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Wilbur-Ellis Leadership

At Wilbur-Ellis we believe our culture and values as an organization begin at the top. Our leaders set the tone for who we are and how we operate, and are responsible for ensuring that our people and businesses thrive today and in the future. We believe in recognizing and developing leadership at every level, which is why many of our leaders today have built their careers learning and growing with Wilbur-Ellis

Leadership Team

The Leadership Team is responsible for the day-to-day operations of our business. With the support of others, their role is to set and implement the strategic direction, drive growth, oversee operations, and ensure we uphold our core values – Integrity, Diversity, Effort, Accountability and Service.

John Buckley
John Buckley

President & CEO

Ryan Klaveano

President, Ag Retail & Wholesale

Matt Fanta.
Matt Fanta

President, Nutrition

Jeff Barnes.
Jeff Barnes

President, Nachurs Alpine Solutions

Mike Wilbur.
Mike Wilbur

CEO and President of

Cavallo Ventures

Michael J. Hunter
Michael J. Hunter

Chief Financial Officer

Sherri Sides.
Sherri Sides

Chief Human Resources Officer

Tim Nestler.
Tim Nestler

Senior Vice President and

General Counsel

Bill Cornmesser.
Bill Cornmesser

Senior Vice President of

Enterprise Operations

Willie Negroni.
Willie Negroni

Senior Vice President of

Vendor Relations

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