Peak Performance: Dairyland Power Cooperative

In this episode, we talk with some of the Communications team at Dairyland to discuss their roles, responsibilities, and the collaborative dynamics that drive their success. They share insights into community engagement initiatives, communication strategies, and the importance of teamwork. The team also highlights their personal interests and achievements.

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠⁠ In this unforgettable episode of Peak Performance, we're handing the mic to our Dairyland Power Veterans: Brian Waite, Energy Management Analyst, Caleb Hefti, Technical Project Manager, Eric Hammes, Manager of the System Operations Center, Patrick Roff, Supervisor of Project Controls, Chuck Forrester, Organizational Effectiveness Contractor, and Andy Black, Organizati...

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE! In this episode, the Organizational Effectiveness team interviews Andy Thomes, Environmental Specialist II, and Ben Campbell, Environmental Biologist, from Dairyland about their work in electric fishing and environmental stewardship. They discuss the purpose of electric fishing, the techniques used for fish surveys, and the importance of habitat restoration for fi...

Submit your story https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=GAHWoq75G0ikOScDlOu5CT_lLxBV_xNHppGsww9_WNdUM1pVWEk5SlVUSzhWMDJaOUIzVTlSTFY5Ri4u In this episode, we interview Mike Weir, Manager of Engineering Design Services, who is also a youth hockey coach. Mike shares his experiences coaching young players, discussing the challenges of keeping kids engaged, the evolution of hockey safety...

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠ Randy Prewett shares his experience and emphasizes the importance of leadership and observations in driving continuous improvement. He explains that observations go beyond identifying issues; they engage employees, highlight strengths, and foster growth through positive feedback and constructive conversations. Randy stresses the role of leaders in maintaining high...

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠ In this conversation, we introduce Denise Tilly, the new Continuous Improvement Manager at Dairyland Power. We discuss the importance of continuous improvement programs, particularly the Corrective Action Program (CAP), and how it will help identify and fix issues within the organization. Denise shares her background and the tools she plans to implement, including...

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠ In this conversation, Butch Miller (Site Manager), Brad Soppa (Maintenance Planner/Analyst), and Don Loock (Alma Fuels and Solid Waste Manager) discuss the upcoming outage and the preparations being made at our John P. Madgett Plant. They cover the duration of the outage, the scope of work, and the critical importance of safety and human performance. The team also t...

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠ Dave and Conrad Domine discuss their family's hobby of forestry management and the use of human performance tools in their logging activities. They also discuss the impact of their forestry management on the game population. The conversation touches on hobbies they enjoy, such as hunting and hiking, and some humorous anecdotes from their outdoor adventures. In th...

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠ Brad Foss, Director of Environmental Services and Regulatory Affairs at Dairyland Power Cooperative, shares his journey from a summer student to his current role. He discusses muskie fishing, electrofishing, and environmental stewardship. The conversation also delves into safety measures, hunting, and the importance of effective communication and accountability.

Submit your story ⁠⁠⁠HERE! In this episode of Peak Performance, we bring back Dustin Rosemeyer (Rosy), a line construction supervisor, for a part two episode! Rosy shares his mountain lion hunting story with his daughter. They were successful in their hunt, and the experience was a special father-daughter bonding time. The conversation also touches on the use of human performance tools, such as ef...

Submit your story ⁠⁠HERE! In this unforgettable episode of Peak Performance, we're handing the mic to our Dairyland Power Veterans: Brian Waite, Energy Management Analyst, Caleb Hefti, Technical Project Manager, Eric Hammes, Manager of the System Operations Center, and Patrick Roff, Supervisor of Project Controls. They share their personal experiences in the United States Army, Air Force, and...

Submit your story ⁠HERE! In this conversation, we interview Line Construction Supervisor Dustin Rosemeyer (aka Rosy),  about storm restoration challenges. Rosie has been working in line construction for 25 years and has seen his fair share of storms. He discusses the preparations that are made before a storm hits, such as ensuring trucks and equipment are in safe locations. He also talks about the...

Andy Pierce shares a thrilling story about a hunting trip in grizzly bear territory and the importance of human performance tools in such situations. Despite thorough planning and preparation, the presence of aggressive grizzly bears posed a significant risk. Andy emphasizes the need for effective communication, a clear exit strategy, and constant self-checking to ensure safety. The experience sha...

This conversation introduces the members of the Organizational Effectiveness crew who are responsible for putting together this podcast. They discuss their backgrounds and goals for the podcast. The importance of human performance tools is a highlight of the discussion, exploring the complexities of categorizing and integrating them into workplace practices. They also emphasize the need for person...

In this electrifying sound bite, we offer you a sneak peek into Dairyland's upcoming series: "Peak Performance." Join host Andy Black and the Organizational Effectiveness team as they set the stage for a podcast dedicated to the pinnacle of excellence within Dairyland. This bite-sized teaser is a prelude to the in-depth discussions, inspirational interviews, and powerful stories that...