Three Re-Elected to Accelerated Genetics Board of Directors (12/21/2011)

Baraboo, Wis. (December 21, 2011) - The Accelerated Genetics Board of Directors recently had three members re-elected to serve new three-year terms. Those re-elected include Brian Brown of Belleville, Wis., representing District 8; Andy Dejno III of Independence, Wis., representing District 4; and Rick Carlson of Hollandale, Wis., representing District 7.

Board members are elected through the democratic process from the grassroots membership, they strive to lead and formulate policy for the benefit of all dairy and beef producers. The current board represents a wide array of operation styles and each member brings a unique perspective to the Board of Directors. Their experience and management skills provide a great foundation for them to challenge the Accelerated Genetics management team in developing innovative products, research and service to be positioned for future market trends and evolutions.

With the re-elections the Board of Directors reorganized and new officers are as follows: Brian Brown - Chair of the Board, Belleville, Wis. - District 8; Dave Score - First Vice Chair, Boyceville, Wis. - District 1; Gary Eibergen - Second Vice Chair, Granton, Wis. - District 3; Nick Butzler - Secretary/Treasurer, Cashton, Wis. - District 5; John Pronschinske, Arcadia, Wis. - District 2; Andy Dejno III, Independence, Wis. -- District 4; Dennis Bell, Gays Mills, Wis. - Distrcit 6; Rick Carlson, Hollandale, Wis. - District 7; Jeff Styczynski, Pulaski, Wis. - District 9; and Doug Thesing, Winona, Minn. - District 10.

Accelerated Genetics is a global provider of bovine genetics and research, reproductive services, and solution-based animal health products. With a focus on People, Products and Pride, the Accelerated Genetics vision is to be the producer's trusted first choice.