Ian Lokai promoted to Account Manager for SSMC

June 16, 2025 – Select Sires Member Cooperative (SSMC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Ian Lokai to Account Manager. In this role, Ian will be responsible for a direct sales route, serving both dairy and beef customers in southwestern Ohio, a territory previously served by Dan Pyles, who is retiring after 30 years.

Ian began his career with SSMC four years ago as a relief technician and developed his own route. Ian served the member-owner dairy producers ranging from 25 to over 4,000 cows. He also had a growing list of beef customers.

His skills also include a deep understanding of reproductive protocols, PCDART and DairyComp herd management software programs. “These skills add great value to the customers Ian serves,” shared Chris Lahmers, Area 3 and Mexico Business Director and Dairy Sector Manager.

During his time as a student at The Ohio State University, Ian worked on a nearby dairy, gaining valuable herd health experience as well. After earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, he continued to assist in their dairy and cropping enterprises.

Select Sires Member Cooperative serves 27 states and the country of Mexico by delivering excellence in personalized service, quality offerings and cattle genetics. We are committed to expanding knowledge and providing professional development opportunities for our team. This promise ensures the highest quality service to our members-owners while enhancing our team’s growth and experience. Select Sires Member Cooperative operates as a true cooperative while striving to inspire the excellence of producers, herds and our communities.