Jack DeVries
Amarillo, Texas
National Accounts Manager
Genex Cooperative

What education are you bringing with you to this position?
I have seen both sides of the spectrum in my education and background. This helps me make the best decisions that are possible. I was also in the military so I greatly understand the value of teamwork and commitment.

Please describe your agricultural background.
I was raised on a dairy farm in the Netherlands to the age of seven. Then my family moved to Dublin, Texas, where we own a large commercial dairy. We were there until I was 14. In 2001, my family moved to Neillsville, Wisconsin, where we owned an 800-cow registered herd and some high-end show cows. From 2010 to present I filled management roles in various dairy herds ranging from 8,000 cows to 700 cows.

What territory will you cover?
All of Texas and New Mexico.

What are your new responsibilities?
I am a national accounts manager for the large herd division of Genex Cooperative. My responsibilities include sales to large accounts with the help of our local sales personnel. I provide resources and consultative services to keep those accounts as profitable as possible.

What previous positions have you held?

• Herdsman: Triple G Farms
• Night supervisor: Prince Corp.
• Transport specialist: Army National Guard E-4/SPC
• Business owner: AMORE of Wisconsin LLC
• Contracted dairy manager: V.A.S.T.
• Dairy manager: North Star Acres/Jeff and Sandie Potter