Benjamin Sowers
8303 Bolivar Rd. Middletown,MD
Summary
I have been working on my family's operation since I was little. Farming, animal husbandry, conservation, and bringing great products to the public is my passion. Through drive and determination, I have been entrusted with moving our business forward for future generations.
Experienced Chairman well-versed in the nuances of steering discussions without forcing decisions. Expert in procedure and running meetings efficiently. Veteran in the agriculture industry and looking to continue to make a positive impact on corporate operations.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/CEO
Sowers Farm Holdings LLC.
8305 Bolivar Rd. Middletown, MD 21769
01.2017 - Current
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Owner
South Mountain Creamery LLC.
Middletown, MD
01.2017 - Current
Chairman of the Board
Catoctin Soil Conservation District
Frederick Md
12.2021 - Current
- Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
- Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
- Provided recommendations on board of directors on group's effectiveness, actions, and future plans.
Vice President and General Manager
Sowers Dairy And South Mountain Creamery
8305 Bolivar Rd. Middletown, MD 21769
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Led development of strategic marketing plans to raise awareness and drive sales growth.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Farm Manager
Sowers Dairy
Middletown, MD
05.1998 - 12.2010
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Led team of [Number] skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
Education
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School
Middletown, MD06.1998
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Staff Training
- Staff Management
- Business Development
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Financial Management
- Operations Management
- Cash Flow Optimization
- Bidding Process
Timeline
Chairman of the Board
Catoctin Soil Conservation District
12.2021 - Current
Owner/CEO
Sowers Farm Holdings LLC.
01.2017 - Current
Owner
South Mountain Creamery LLC.
01.2017 - Current
Vice President and General Manager
Sowers Dairy And South Mountain Creamery
01.2011 - 01.2017
Farm Manager
Sowers Dairy
05.1998 - 12.2010
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School