NewsArchive: March 2026

VGM Group’s Heather Johnson Named Employee Owner Of The Year By The ESOP Association’s IA/NE Chapter

Heather Johnson, VGM Education Training And Compliance Manager and employee owner since 2016, was named Employee Owner Of The Year by the Iowa/Nebraska Chapter of The ESOP Association (TEA). The award was presented at the IA/NE Chapter’s Winter Conference held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on February 26.

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2026 Be The Change Partners

For 40 years, VGM has been supporting the communities our employee owners call home. Each year around Valentine’s Day, we announce our Be The Change Partners for the year. In celebration of VGM’s 40th anniversary, this year’s partnerships hold deep meaning to VGM and its history.

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Stories Of Opportunity: Making A Difference

This article was originally published on Jan. 7, 2027, as part of the full release of the 2025 Stories Of Opportunity. The Stories Of Opportunity is VGM Group’s annual report, showcasing the successes of VGM and its employee owners.  

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Learning & Development - Kelsi Gerholdt & Emily McCormack

When employee owners think about what it means to “Create Your Future,” they often assume it means pursuing a new role with new responsibilities. However, Creating Your Future at VGM Group can take multiple forms. For many, it’s simply about taking that next big step in developing professionally.  

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