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Helm Hires New National Sales Manager

As national sales manager, Hoger will be responsible for leadership, planning and execution of crop protection sales.
As national sales manager, Hoger will be responsible for leadership, planning and execution of crop protection sales.
(Helm)

Michael Hoger has been named Helm Agro US, Inc.’s national sales manager. Hoger brings more than 30 years of agronomic experience to the company.

Hoger has worked for DuPont Crop Protection as an area sales manager, U.S. corn portfolio manager and key accounts manager. He also worked for CIBA-Novartis in sales and marketing.

"Mike’s extensive background in sales, coupled with his passion for building strong marketplace relationships, makes him a valuable resource to our sales team and customers," says Jan Stechmann, president of Helm Agro US.

As national sales manager, Hoger will be responsible for leadership, planning and execution of crop protection sales. He will also manage partner programs for the company’s distributor, retailer and grower networks.

He will be entering the company as they increase their offerings following anticipated EPA registration approvals.

Hoger graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Madison with a Bachelor of Science degree and resides in Clive, Iowa.

 

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