Advisory Committee

Since its founding in 1962, the University of Wisconsin Center for Cooperatives has benefited from the guidance of an advisory committee. Comprised of cooperative leaders and cooperative development professionals, the committee members play an important role in UWCC’s strategic direction and provide counsel on education, outreach, and research initiatives. Additionally, committee members provide perspective on developments within their cooperative sector and important linkages to the broader cooperative community.

We are grateful for their support and guidance.

Frida Ballard

Position title: Worker Organizer

Worker Justice Wisconsin

Marie Barry

Position title: Director of Community Economic Development

Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative

Margaret Bau

Position title: Cooperative Development Specialist

USDA Rural Development

Jim Dell

Position title: Chief Executive Officer

Alcivia

Anya Firszt

Position title: General Manager

Willy Street Co-op

Jason Geils

Position title: Worker-owner

Flora Cooperative

Steph Harrill Kyle

Position title: Director of Financial Inclusion and Community Engagement

UW Credit Union

Mark Huth

Position title: President and Chief Executive Officer

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin

Jesse Singerhouse

Position title: General Manager/CEO

Dunn Energy Cooperative

Daniel Smith

Position title: President and CEO

Cooperative Network

April Stevens

Position title: Executive Director

Cooperative Care

Kimberly Turnmire

Position title: Vice President of Organizational Development

CROPP Cooperative/Organic Valley