Ryan Mullenhoff
402.910.6558 / ryan@redstarne.com
Kristin Mullenhoff MARKETING
402.276.4500 / kristin@redstarne.com
Ryan & Kristin Mullenhoff / Owners
Ryan and Kristin were born and raised on farms near Leigh, so farming has always been a big part of their lives. Shortly before they were married on Valentine's Day in 2004, they started a small seed corn and soybean business. At first they were hesitant. At that time they were the owners of Mullenhoff Trucking and found their days busy hauling pigs and helping manage the family farm. Although neither of them were familiar with the ins and outs of the seed business, they took a leap of faith and started Ryan Mullenhoff Seeds. They thought, at the time it would be a short-term opportunity for their family which would soon be expanding. They welcomed their son Jackson Charles in May of 2005.
Over the next couple of years, they quickly found this "short-term" opportunity to become their forever future. In 2010, they added fertilizer and a list of other services prompting them to change their name to Ryan Mullenhoff Sales, LLC. Over the years they have continued to expand both the business, and their sales team. They have successfully grown into one of the most trusted full-service Ag Dealerships in the area,
with 4 locations, serving customers from 7 states. Known for their excellent customer service, community involvement, and 24-7 service, they have been proudly building relationships with farmers for over a decade. Due to their ever expanding business and sales team, in 2020 they officially changed the company name to REDSTAR, LLC.
Leigh, NE Location
(Main Office Location) 844.502.9368 / 48303 115th Ave Leigh, NE 68631
Andy Method
Executive Financial Analyst & Dealer Development
Andy Joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Andy comes to REDSTAR with experience in the Chemical & Fertilizer Industry. Previously, Andy was a Chemical Sales Rep for east central Nebraska and most recently a Strategic Account Manager dealing with large equipment dealers and distribution partners for a nutrition company. Outside of REDSTAR, Andy helps out on his family farm and also farms himself. Andy received his Bachelor's in Agronomy Degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and is currently pursuing his MBA at Northwest Missouri State University. Andy is based out of Omaha, Nebraska.
402.350.7247
Lori Bartling
Front Desk Receptionist & Personal Assistant
Lori joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023, but previously worked for REDSTAR for 4 years. Lori comes to REDSTAR with many years of knowledge and experience in the Ag Industry. Lori is also a talented cook and enjoys visiting with others.
402.750.4269
Jerry Osten
Manager of Operations
Jerry joined the REDSTAR Team in 2014. Jerry has his own farming business and prior to REDSTAR worked in the Sales and Service Industry for an Ag Dealer for many years.
402.910.8509
Joani Bruhn
Accounts Manager
Joani joined the REDSTAR Team in 2018. Joani comes to REDSTAR with over 35 years of Legal, Purchasing, Secretarial and Accounting experience.
Fran Groteluschen
Dispatch Manager
Fran joined the REDSTAR Team in 2021. Fran has 15 years of experience in early childhood education and owned her own daycare business for 7 years.
402.910.8692
Ryan Hoffman
Sales & Service
Ryan Hoffman joined the REDSTAR Team in 2022. Ryan comes to REDSTAR with over 20 years of experience in Ag Service and Sales. Prior to REDSTAR, Ryan worked in Ag Sales at a local implement dealership. During this time he acquired extensive knowledge in ag production and sales support while building strong relationships with his many customers.
402.270.5411
Mckenzie Bahns
Service
Mckenzie joined the REDSTAR Team in 2022. Mckenzie has worked in the Ag industry since she was an intern in college. Mckenzie graduated from Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Nebraska with a Degree in Agronomy.
Cort Pokorney
Agronomist
Cort joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Cort is a graduate of Northeast Community College, and The University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Cort holds an Associate's of Science Degree as well as a Bachelor's of Agronomy Degree. Cort completed 2 internships with agronomic suppliers, and has spent several years working for feedlot and grain production operations.
402.910.2446
Phil Wendt
Service
Phil joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Phil brings over 15 years of Farm Hand, and Agricultural Experience. Prior to REDSTAR Phil worked as a Farm Hand at a Cattle Feed Lot and and helps run his family's farm, as well as markets and raises show pigs.
Heather Schachtner
Accounting Assistant
Heather joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Heather comes to REDSTAR with 30 years of experience in Agriculture, Staff Management, Project Management and Credit Management. Heather has a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness from Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa with emphasis on Management, Communications, and Marketing. Heather is based out of Fonda, Iowa.
712.358.0245
Kirsten Peterson
Marketing & Photography
Kirsten joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Kirsten comes to REDSTAR with 4 years of experience in the Marketing and Graphic Design field. Kirsten holds a Bachelor's of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design from the Creative Center of Art & Design in Omaha, Nebraska. Kirsten also owns her own photography business, Kirsten Marie Photography.
402.270.1020
Justin Svehla
Sales & Service
Justin joined the REDSTAR Team in 2020. Justin comes to REDSTAR with many years of Farm Hand and Ag Experience.
402.317.8504
Anthony Bruhn
Service
Anthony joined the REDSTAR Team in 2021. Anthony holds Degrees from Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Nebraska in Diversified Ag, Agronomy and Agribusiness. Anthony also has a Custom Applicator’s License.
Clint Paulson
Service
Clint joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Clint comes to REDSTAR with 15 plus years experience in the Cattle/Farming Industry as well as Inventory Management, Record Keeping and Facility Maintenance. Clint served as a Grain Operations Management Trainee and as an Assistant Superintendent of Grain Operations in his previous jobs. Clint has a Bachelor's of Science Degree from Northwest Missouri State University majoring in Animal Science / Agriculture Business.
Osceola, NE Location
402.747.2217 / 210 Ridge St. Osceola, NE 68651
Ryan Sanley
Manager & Sales
Ryan joined the REDSTAR Team in 2014. Ryan has managed the REDSTAR Osceola Location since its opening. Ryan has many years of experience in the Ag Industry. Prior to coming to REDSTAR, Ryan had worked in the Sales and Service Industry for an Ag Dealership. Ryan also has a Custom Applicator’s License and is part-owner of REDSTAR Apply.
402.641.4824
Kalin Gabriel
Service
Kalin joined the REDSTAR Team in 2021. Kalin is a graduate of Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Nebraska with a Degree in Agronomy. Kalin also has a Custom Applicator’s License.
Clayton Watts
Applicator & Truck Driver
Clayton joined the REDSTAR Team in 2022. Clayton comes to REDSTAR with several years of experience in Applicating. Clayton also has a Custom Applicator’s License.
Payton joined the REDSTAR Team in 2022. Payton comes to REDSTAR with years of experience in Photography. Payton is the owner of Roots Photography and also enjoys the creative part of editing.
Cedar Rapids, NE Location
Michael Kennedy
Manager & Sales
Michael joined the REDSTAR Team in 2020. Michael is one of two managers at the Cedar Rapids location. Michael has worked in the Ag Industry for over 10 years and is a Certified Crop Advisor.
308.750.0549
Tyler Kennedy
Manager & Sales
Tyler joined the REDSTAR Team in 2020. Tyler is one of two managers at the Cedar Rapids location. Tyler has worked in the Ag Industry for over 10 years. Tyler is a Certified Crop Advisor.
308.750.2094
Columbus, NE Distribution Center
4930 Howard Boulevard Columbus, NE 68601
Sandy Stankoski
Distribution Secretary
& Chemical Dispatch
Sandy joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Sandy comes to REDSTAR with over 15 years of experience working within an Ag business. Prior to REDSTAR Sandy worked for a local Cooperative.
402.920.3404
Travis Runge
Distribution Manager & Sales
Travis joined the REDSTAR Team in 2018. Travis comes to REDSTAR with over 15 years of experience in
Ag Business. Travis is a Certified Crop Advisor and has a Pesticide Applicator License.
402.910.9657
Dash Bierman
Dash joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Dash comes to REDSTAR with many years of experience in Handling and Transportation. Dash has a Degree in Business and Administration from Central Community College in Columbus, NE.
Fairmont, MN Location
469 160th Ave Fairmont, MN 56031
Paul Miller
Manager & Sales
Paul joined the REDSTAR Team in 2022. Paul comes to REDSTAR with multiple years of experience in Ag Retail. Prior to REDSTAR, Paul was a Crop Consultant and served as a District Sales Manager specializing in seed and chemical. Paul also farms on the side. Paul graduated from South Dakota State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy.
507.236.3269
Outside Sales
Columbus, NE
John Person
Sales
John joined the REDSTAR Team in 2021. John has an extensive background in Agronomy and has worked in the Ag industry for over 40 years. Over his many years John has operated sprayers, managed grain elevators and fertilizer plants, built a solid sales portfolio and owned his own Agronomy and Ag Input business.
402.660.7342
Charles City, IA
Brandon Robbins
Sales
Brandon joined the REDSTAR Team in 2023. Brandon comes to REDSTAR with 13 yrs of Sales experience in the Ag Industry. Brandon's experience includes the sale of Equipment, Fertilizer and Chemical tanks as well as Ag retail in Chemical, Fertilizer, Micro nutrient and Biologicals.
641.420.6495
Tom Stanton
Head of REDSTAR Branded and REDSTAR Fertilizer
Tom joined the REDSTAR Team in 2022 and comes to REDSTAR with over 30 years of experience in Ag Business and Management. Tom also has an extensive background in Fertilizer, Development and Research. In his past experiences, Tom has served as Plant Nutrition Manager, Regional Manager, Regional Accounts Manager, Sales Director and has run his own Consulting Business. Tom holds a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness and Management from South Dakota State University.
712.301.2549
Art Schreiber
Lead Truck Driver
Art joined Mullenhoff Trucking in 2018. Art comes with over 30 years of Trucking experience. Art is a lead truck driver for REDSTAR Fertilizer
and Mullenhoff Trucking.
Fred McMullin
Lead Truck Driver
Fred joined Mullenhoff Trucking in 2019. Prior to truck driving, Fred was an Accountant for over 20 years and worked in the Human Resource Department. Fred is a lead truck driver for REDSTAR Fertilizer and Mullenhoff Trucking.