Cooperative Network is the only organization solely-focused on advocating for cooperatives in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Our staff has decades of combined experience working with cooperatives, associations and membership-based organizations.

The staff at Cooperative Network pride themselves in providing resources to members that will help them effectively grow and strengthen their cooperatives for future generations. Whether offering legislative assistance on a current issue facing your cooperative, providing contacts for technical support or sharing expertise by speaking at your next event or board meeting, contact us to learn how we can help your cooperative achieve its goals!

Staff Directory

Daniel Smith

President & CEO
Email

Dawn Bausch

VICE PRESIDENT OF ADMINISTRATION
Email

Rick Hummell

Communications Specialist
Email

Jennifer Wickman

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIRECTOR
Email