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by Minnesota Milk Producers Association on Aug 4, 2026, 3:04:10 PM
Aug. 4, 2026
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Voice of Milk, a collaboration between the Dairy Business Association, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative and Minnesota Milk Producers Association, today announced the addition of three new staff members to its team, including a member services staff member, a communications team member and a project coordinator.
The new staff members include:
Steve Nugent joins the Voice of Milk as a strategic account manager. He will work directly with members, supporters and partners of the Voice of Milk, aligning them with resources and service offerings that best meet their needs. Nugent has spent his entire career in the agricultural industry. Most recently, he worked in GPS technology, selling, installing and training for components in precision agriculture. He holds degrees in business administration and accounting. Nugent and his family reside in Ellsworth, Wis.
Cassy Schilter comes on board as the digital marketing specialist. She will oversee social media strategy, website management and other digital marketing efforts for the Voice of Milk. Schilter is a recent graduate of Husson University in Bangor, Maine. She holds a bachelor's degree in marketing communications and a master's in business administration. Schilter grew up on an organic dairy farm in Washington and is passionate about telling farmers’ stories.
Natalie Nate joins the team as an assistant project coordinator. She will support the Voice of Milk with ongoing project planning and coordination. Nate is a recent graduate of St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wis., with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in human resources.
“We are continually striving to enhance our offerings and services for members to better meet the needs of the evolving dairy community,” Tim Trotter Edge CEO, said. “Steve, Cassy and Natalie will make an excellent addition to our team in carrying out this mission and commitment to our members.”
For more information about the Voice of Milk, visit voiceofmilk.com.
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About the Voice of Milk:
The Voice of Milk is a collaboration between Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the Dairy Business Association and the Minnesota Milk Producers Association, working together to bring the voice of milk to communities, congress and consumers. With the strength of over 1,400+ dairy farmers and industry supporters, the Voice of Milk is a multi-state association speaking only on behalf of dairy farmers. For more information, visit www.voiceofmilk.com.