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Named as VAS’ new Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Coffey will focus on the company’s global growth and help shape the strategic direction of its dairy management platform. His background aligns perfectly with VAS’ mission to empower producers through connected, data-driven tools, according to the announcement.
Kevin Coffey has joined VAS’ leadership team as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the dairy industry, with a strong track record of leadership in data, herd management and innovation.
From being raised on a farm and managing one early in his career, to holding senior leadership roles in dairy consultancy, precision management and the AI industry, Coffey’s journey has been built on a lifelong connection to agriculture.
“VAS has long been at the forefront of innovation in dairy technology with solutions like DairyComp powering data-driven success on dairies around the world. As we look ahead, I’m excited to guide the evolution of that legacy to meet the rapidly evolving needs of dairy producers with greater intelligence, connectivity and impact,” says Kevin Coffey.
Throughout his career, he has led with an understanding of both the day-to-day realities of farming and how the power of innovation and technology can transform operations. He previously led Munster Bovine, the largest AI, herd recording and herd health testing organization in Ireland, and held key leadership roles at Aurivo Co-operative. Most recently, he served as the head of Smart Farming at Datamars, a global company delivering integrated product solutions in livestock management and animal health delivery.
As CEO, Kevin Coffey will focus on VAS’ global growth and help shape the strategic direction of the company’s dairy management platform. His background aligns perfectly with VAS’ mission to empower producers through connected, data-driven tools, according to the announcement.
The company has stated that: “With Kevin at the helm, VAS is more energized than ever to support the success of producers around the globe – today, tomorrow and for the generations of dairymen and women who follow.”
