Nidhi Mogili, manager, data science, has been with CHS for six years. She grew up in India and would often visit her grandparent's farm. "Agriculture is also the backbone of the Indian economy. I was curious about the industry in the U.S.," she says. "That, plus my data analytics experience, brought me to CHS." Her background instilled in her adaptability and a collaborative mindset, which helps her navigate diverse teams and complex challenges. "Everyone has a unique story shaped by their background, experiences and culture" says Mogili. "By approaching each other with curiosity and openness, especially when someone's experiences are unfamiliar, we can create a environment where everyone can thrive."
CHS and the CHS Foundation are committed to developing ag leaders for life. We're achieving our goals through strategic initiatives to advance understanding of the cooperative business model, cultivate student success through university partnerships and grow ag leadership programs.
From the Washington mountains to vast Kansas prairies to the rich farmland of Illinois, CHS ag retail business units dot the map, serving more than 450 communities. These locations offer a variety of products and services backed by advice from local experts. Each of the 25 ag retail business units look to the leadership of their senior director of operations. These individuals work closely with their local producer boards, employees and all areas within CHS to bring value to local farmer-owners and customers. Evan Fust is the senior director of operations for CHS High Plains based in Yuma, Colo., and CHS United Plains Ag based in Sharon Springs, Kan. From assisting in the elevator during harvest to representing CHS at community events, he creates connections with farmer-owners, customers and communities every day and is an advocate for the power of cooperatives.
Agronomist Sydney Swanson says the support she gives cooperative farmer-owners in western South Dakota is helping to feed the world, acre by acre. “I’m proud to work for a co-op,” she says. “Everyone at CHS has that same goal: to provide customers with everything they need to have a successful year.”
You might ask: What's the potential for career growth at CHS? As a diversified and global company, we offer vast opportunities for your professional growth. You can learn, grow, and advance within the organization. Whether you’re just starting your career or seeking new challenges, our supportive environment empowers you to achieve your goals. Hear from Wendy Wondercheck, one of our recruiters, about how we prioritize employee development and foster career success.
Safety is a core value at CHS. Our environment, health and safety (EHS) team plays a crucial part in keeping safety the top priority in the work we do. Tom Brower leads our EHS team. "We're accountable for helping employees understand and operate with safety in mind, “ he says. "The key is to create a culture that identifies the risks involved with the work being performed, whether that involves grain handling, driving, oil production or other functions, and work to ensure employees have controls in place to protect themselves and others against safety risks." Learn more about Brower in this interview with World Grain: https://bit.ly/45IZZHg.
Our facility in Myrtle Grove, La., hosted an event celebrating Black History Month and the importance of diversity and inclusion. It was organized by one of our employee resource groups, Mozaiko, and leaders at the facility. The group brought in J’Quincy Jones Sr., from Sweet Jones Farms near Baton Rouge, to speak to employees. Also known as “Farmer Jones,” he's a first-generation farmer and promotes equity for African Americans in farming (he’s in the center of the photo). “These events are important to our value of inclusion at CHS,” says Kareen Lucas, Mozaiko co-lead. “Mozaiko will continue to collaborate with different people and CHS locations to help build a sense of belonging.”
