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RANSOM, N.D. Dan Olson, Dakota Plains Cooperative Agronomy Manager was honored at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis for completing CHS Future Forty, a development program for young emerging leaders in the cooperative system.  Part of the 2013 inaugural class, Olson was nominated by Ken Astrup, General Manager for Dakota Plains, for demonstrating strong leadership potential and a desire for continued learning.

“CHS Future Forty has been a great opportunity for Dan to develop his leadership style accelerate professional development,” says Astrup.

CHS Future Forty is a collaboration between CHS and the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management that enrolls progressive individuals in a university designed-curriculum with top-notch instructors.  The course is filled with experiential learning, case studies and cooperative modules.  Similar to a mini-MBA, this prestigious leadership program is reserved for 30-40 pivotal, emerging managers in the cooperative system.

The three-part program culminated with a case study presentation by attendees before a group of cooperative leaders.

CHS president and CEO Carl Casale addressed the leadership group during graduation and noted that the critical role the program plays in propelling young leaders.  “As these individuals embark on the exciting next phase of their career, growing their peer network and sharpening their business skills is crucial,” says Casale.  “That kind of experience is a valuable commodity in agribusiness. We believe that by working together, we can help strengthen the entire cooperative system for greater shared success.”