PDP's 2024 dairy training for effective team management

By Blake Jackson

As 2024 draws to a close, dairy professionals are strategizing for a successful 2025. Building a strong and effective team is key to achieving your goals.

The Dairy Managers Institute, offered by Professional Dairy Producers (PDP), provides the perfect opportunity to develop the management and communication skills essential for long-term success.

This two-day program, held on December 10-11, 2024, at PDP Headquarters in Juneau, Wisconsin, features three sequential tiers led by renowned facilitators.

Simultaneous Spanish translation ensures your entire management team can benefit from this valuable training.

Sharpen Your Leadership Skills:

• Tier One: "Lead and Manage with Insight" will be led by Dr. Becky Stewart-Gross, president and founder of Building Bridges Seminars. Dr. Stewart-Gross brings over 30 years of experience working with businesses of all sizes, sharing her expertise in communication and leadership.

Master the Art of Coaching:

• Tier Two: "Master the Art of Coaching" is led by Michael Hoffman, founder and owner of Igniting Performance, Inc. With over 25 years of experience delivering engaging training programs, Hoffman will empower participants to own their roles with professionalism and a results-oriented mindset.

Financial Savvy and Negotiation Expertise:

• Tier Three: "Nail the Financials and Negotiations" will be presented by a dynamic duo: Dr. Kevin Bernhardt and Linda Swindling. Dr. Bernhardt, a UW-Platteville agribusiness professor and extension specialist, brings financial expertise. Linda Swindling, a renowned negotiation guru and author, will equip you with the skills to strike successful deals.

Registration is now open! Dairy professionals are encouraged to register themselves and their team members today. The registration fee includes program materials and meals.

For more details and lodging information, visit www.pdpw.org or contact PDP at 800-947-7379. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your team's development and unlock a path to a thriving 2025!

Photo Credit: gettyimages-shotbydave