Published on March 8, 2015
Meet Keith Wingert
Read on to learn more about Keith and his areas of expertise.
About Keith
Role: Sales & Technical Specialist
Location: Virginia, USA
Areas of Expertise: Operational knowledge, Commercial production, Leading teams
Meet Keith Wingert, a seasoned professional with 33 years in the Turkey industry. Keith's journey began on a turkey farm in Iowa, under the guidance of his aunt and uncle. He reflects on this as the best way to learn the business, emphasizing the importance of day-to-day tasks for success.
His expertise lies in sales and technical specialization, having led teams of over 200 people in various aspects of turkey production. Keith's leadership philosophy revolves around understanding and supporting his team, believing that taking care of people leads to top-notch product quality. "Turkeys are our business, but people are such a huge part of whether or not we are successful," he says. "Taking care of people, allows them to take care of the animals."
Outside his busy work schedule, Keith is passionate about family and enjoys his free time with his daughters. A proud Texan, he values relationships, honesty, and investing time to build trust with customers.