Aurora Cooperative
Who We Are
Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company, established in 1908 by a group of farmers in Aurora, Nebraska, has a rich history rooted in collaboration and mutual success. Founded to provide critical resources and services, we have grown into an industry leader with over 70 locations across five states committed to innovation and sustainability.
Our core mission remains to create value for our owners through top-quality products, services, and expertise. We do this through the power of one team, ensuring our growers can rely on us as a true one-stop shop and feel welcomed as part of our family. We are dedicated to helping our growers achieve their goals because their success matters.
Agriculture Elevated represents our unwavering commitment to advancing agricultural standards on the farm, in your fields, and in our offices. We empower our employees and expand our infrastructure to enhance the communities we serve. Through resilience and unity, we continue to grow and push forward, dedicated to standing by our farmers for today and the future.
Board of Directors & Executives
Meet The Team
Board of Directors
Paul McHargue
Chairman
Craig Grams
Vice Chairman
Chris Beins
Secretary/Treasurer
Robin Bochart
Governance Committee Chair
John Willoughby
Audit Committee Chair
Ken Kozisek
Nominating Committee Chair
Tobe Duensing
Director
Paul Mumm
Director
Brad Kroeger
Director
Troy Rainforth
Director
Cortney Brandes
Director
Ryan Bonham
Director
Colin Schwenka
Director
Nate Girmus
Director
Derek Klute
Associate Director
Board of Directors & Executives
Meet The Team
Executive Leadership
Chris Decker
Chief Executive Officer
Carl Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Kara Ronnau
Executive Vice President & General Counsel
Kenton Schegg
Executive Vice President
Kevin Sagehorn
Executive Vice President
Jason Throener
Executive Vice President
