John grew up on a family farm near Chelsea, SD raising corn, soybeans, wheat and cattle. He graduated from SDSU with degrees in Ag Economics and Ag Business, along with a minor in Ag Marketing. John has continued to further his education and insight into agriculture through participation in TEPAP (The Executive Program for Ag Producers) and SDARL (South Dakota Ag and Rural Leadership).
John has been with Hurley since 2006. Through his farm and educational background, he has become deeply knowledgeable in farm production paralleled with ag marketing and finance. John enjoys partnering with operations to challenge producers to make solid business decisions in securing revenue for the operation – all with the goal of financial, emotional and relational health of those he has the opportunity to serve.
John lives in Brookings, SD with his wife Jodi and 4 children – Avery, Reid, Landry and Jack. John believes that life is more about what you give than what you get, and he strives to do this in his vocations of husband, father, coworker, and consultant.