Chad Besch

Director
New Cooperative Inc. | Algona | 515-200-5115

After graduation from Iowa State University with a major in Agricultural Studies Chad worked on the family farm for 3 years before joining MaxYield Cooperative in 1999. He first worked in the grain department before taking the Energy Team Leader position in 2004. In August of 2021, MaxYield Cooperative merged with NEW Cooperative, Inc. where Chad continues to lead the energy department. NEW Cooperative operates three convenience stores, 16 card locations plus bulk fuel and propane delivery service. Chad has been an active volunteer member of the Algona Fire Department since 2004 and also served on the Algona City council for 10 years. “I look forward to working with others in the energy industry in Iowa to both learn from them and help bring solutions to both their businesses and their clients.”