SEC. 09 — LEADERSHIP
The people behind the network.
Nebraskans who know the land, the work, and the stakes — because they live them. Board and team members shown here; full bios available on request.
Team
Gabe Sanchez
Founder & President
Founded NFN to keep Nebraska land in Nebraska hands and build a member-owned alternative to outside ownership.
Lou Reynolds
CEO, NFN Farm Exchange
Brings deep agricultural market knowledge to NFN Farm Exchange, connecting Nebraska producers with direct buyers and building a transparent alternative to traditional real estate channels.
Nate Smith
State Director, NFN Auctions
Leads the network's machinery, equipment, and estate auction operations across the state.
Jillian Buell
Social Media & PR
Tells the stories of the network's members, markets, and mission across Nebraska.
Angie Sanchez
Office Manager & HR
Keeps the network running day to day and is often the first friendly voice members reach.
Board & Advisors
Justin Bennett
Chairman of the Board
Grew up in Fairbury, Nebraska and operates the family farming operation in rural Jefferson County. Provides governance and long-view leadership for the member-owned network.
Tim Correll
Vice Chairman
30-year livestock order buyer and managing partner at OC Cattle Brokers, conducting business across 14 states. Supports board strategy and the network's commitment to Nebraska producers.
Jason Lewis
Treasurer
PhD agronomist and corn farmer in Henderson, Nebraska. Oversees financial stewardship across the network's profit centers.
Paul Gangwish
Secretary
Farms 14,000 acres with PG Farms, Inc. and The Diamond G across Shelton and Springview, Nebraska. UNL agronomy graduate and Nebraska Corn Growers leader.
Dick Hollman
Advisory Council
Lifelong Angus seedstock producer near Hallam, Nebraska. Past President of the Nebraska Angus Association and Nebraska Classic Corporation.
Travis Wenzel
Advisory Council
Senior Territory Business Manager for Zoetis with 25+ years in cattle. Stocker operator in Arthur County and Army National Guard veteran with deep Nebraska ag and political networks.
Vern Terrell
Advisory Council
Diversified producer in Sheridan County operating Terrell Farms and Terrell Ranch. Serves on the National and Nebraska Grazing Lands Coalitions and is a Nebraska LEAD VIII alumnus.