Tyler Glidden grew up in Northwest Iowa and has strong family ties to Southeastern South Dakota. He earned his degree in Business Finance from Iowa State University, where he developed a keen interest in financial management and operations.
Tyler’s professional journey has been marked by his roles in college athletic departments where he excelled in managing budgets, logistics, and fostering relationships. He spent 8 years as the Director of Operations for Men’s Basketball at South Dakota State University. Most recently he spent time at Daktronics, Inc as the company’s Talent Strategist and Inclusion Journey Leader. His passion for organization and efficiency has been a driving force throughout his career.
Outside of work, Tyler enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Erin, and their three children. Whether playing sports in the yard or attending SDSU events, Tyler cherishes these moments with his family. His love for sports and community involvement shines through in everything he does.
Tyler is thrilled to join the Hurley family, where he looks forward to contributing his skills and experience to support the company’s mission and the farm families they serve.