“Great ideas can come from anywhere. Seek creative people to bring the outside in. And, if you see an opportunity, don't be afraid to go outside of your area. Acting boldly gives us more opportunities as individuals—and helps us be more successful as a company.” 

Jerry serves as executive vice president and chief operating officer of International Business for Land O’Lakes, Inc., in addition to having responsibility for Global Enterprise Customer development. Jerry is Chairman of the Board of Villa Crop Protection, a Land O’Lakes Inc. joint venture in South Africa and serves on the Board of Directors for Bidco Africa in addition to responsibility for ongoing business development in East Africa, China and Mexico.