About Us
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