Some people find their perfect job by searching far and wide. For Quentin Boelman, it was right in front of him all along.
For years, Quentin drove past Latham Seeds’ office on his way to work, thinking, “I should get a job there.” The company’s strong reputation, deep roots in agriculture, and family-oriented culture always stood out to him. Finally, in February 2015, he made the leap — and he hasn’t looked back since!
As Logistics Manager, Quentin is the guy who makes things happen. From hiring truck drivers and organizing seed loads to clearing snow and handling last-minute needs, he takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly.
“When something needs to get done, I’m your man,” Quentin says. And trust us, he delivers on that promise every day.
Born and raised in Alexander, Iowa, Quentin has always been drawn to farming. He started his own mowing business at age 10, worked for local farmers as a teenager, and later spent six years at Dows Farmers Coop delivering seed and handling operations. His FFA experience gave him valuable skills, including welding and strengthened his love for agriculture.
Quentin and his wife, Kendra,married in 2015 and have three children: Ian, Noah and Kenzley. When he’s not working, Quentin enjoys fishing, hunting, camping and spending time outdoors with his family.
Quentin doesn’t just step up at work — he steps up for his community, too. He joined the local fire department at 16 and has now served for 18 years, including six years as Fire Chief. His favorite part? Helping others in times of need.
Join us in celebrating Quentin! His dedication, work ethic and passion make him an invaluable part of the Latham Seeds family!
When the Boelman family fires up the smoker, one side dish always makes an appearance: cheesy potatoes! This rich, melty and comforting classic is a must-have side.
Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes
Equipment
- 1 9 x 13 baking pan
Ingredients
- 1 package hash browns frozen
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 16 oz container sour cream
- 2 packages Colby jack cheese shredded
Instructions
- Mix hash browns, sour cream, mushroom soup and 1 package of cheese together in bowl.Spread into 9×13 pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.Cover with aluminum foil.Bake at 350 for 30 mins.Remove from oven and add remaining bag of cheese.Return to oven, uncovered, for 30 minutes.