Tamina Chenier is passionate about placing the right people in the right positions and has over 16 years of experience in human resources and change management. Tamina holds a bachelor’s degree in health from Sam Houston State University and a master’s degree in business administration with a specialization in human resources from Ashford University in San Diego, California. She joined the Dairy MAX team in 2022 to continue collaborative cultures in empowering colleagues and influencing strategic business decisions.

Sarah Bauman is thrilled to help connect Americans with dairy farmers just as she connects her passions for agriculture and communications at Dairy MAX, joining the team in 2022. After growing up a fifth-generation cattle rancher, she earned a Bachelor of Science in human development from Texas Tech University and became a certified community and economic developer and, more recently, 2021 Leadership Women graduate. She previously served as a communications manager for Johnson County Special Utility District and an executive director for Hamilton Economic Development Corporation.

Matthew Winterholler first discovered his interest in the agriculture industry as a teen through 4-H and FFA – and has spent his entire career as an advocate for agriculturalists. Matthew holds an associate’s degree in animal science from Casper College in Wyoming and a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications from Texas Tech University – plus several awards and six years of experience working for checkoff-related organizations, including the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. He is now pursuing a master's degree in public relations at the University of Florida.

Michelle Van Pelt is determined to prevent diet-related diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthy foods. Coming from a family of farmers and working for nonprofits, Michelle joined Dairy MAX in 2022 to make an impact on hunger initiatives.

Jolie Dubois grew up in a family-run business and wanted to make an impact for other family-owned operations, so she joined the Dairy MAX team in 2022 to leverage her passion for marketing communications. With a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Wyoming, Jolie brings six years of experience as a marketing manager, communications and interactive marketing manager, and more for Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park. She is a member of the Public Relations Society of America and enjoys reading, home improvement projects and spending time outdoors.