E174 Bob Hagenow: A Legacy Built on a Handshake

In this episode of The Bullvine Podcast, hosts Bella and Douglas discuss the remarkable career of Bob Hagenow, Key points covered include:

1. Bob’s background: Growing up on a registered Holstein dairy farm in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, and his education at UW-Madison.

2. Career at Vita Plus: Bob’s 38-year journey from nutritionist to regional business manager, impacting over 400 employee-owners.

3. Industry contributions: Bob’s work in nutrition innovation, team development, and industry leadership.

4. World Dairy Expo involvement: 40 years as a ring steward and his contributions to the event’s board and committees.

5. Youth development: Bob’s extensive involvement in 4-H, FFA, and mentorship of young professionals.

6. Community service: 11 years on the Rio Community Schools board and various volunteer activities.

7. Awards and recognitions: Induction into the Wisconsin 4-H Hall of Fame and receiving the Honorary Recognition Award from UW-Madison’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

8. Personal philosophy: Bob’s commitment to helping others succeed and his approach to building relationships in the industry.

9. Future outlook: Bob’s optimism about the dairy industry’s potential to feed the world.

The episode highlights Bob Hagenow’s significant impact on the dairy industry through his technical expertise, genuine care for others, and commitment to developing future leaders.

https://www.thebullvine.com/dairy-industry-professionals/bob-hagenow-a-legacy-built-on-a-handshake/