Meet JOEL HOILAND
EARLY CAREER - TEACHER & COACH
Taught English, speech communications, theater arts, and media at two mid-to-large high schools while also serving as assistant varsity football coach, head varsity wrestling coach, theater director, and speech coach.
Performed in and directed 35 theater productions, receiving numerous awards and accolades.
Joel has built a distinguished career helping businesses and industry organizations grow, evolve, and thrive. With a track record of success across a range of sectors, he’s shaped strategy, strengthened leadership, and championed innovation. Alongside his executive roles, he has also led a consulting practice focused on executive coaching, board advisory, and strategic planning, working closely with leaders to navigate change and seize new opportunities.
COLLEGIATE ATHLETE
Four-year starter, offensive lineman on two college football teams
All-state selection (WSJC)
All-conference selection (BSU)
Full-ride football scholarship (BSU)
Collegiate heavyweight wrestler on a state championship team (WSJC)
CAREER SUMMARY - PRESIDENT & CEO of the following:
Utilimetrics-The Utility Industry Technology Association
Window and Door Manufacturers Association
International Warehouse Logistics Association
National Association of Electrical Distributors
Minnesota Grocers Association
Among other career assignments
LEADERSHIP & CIVIC INVOLVEMENT - BOARDS OF DIRECTORS
Food Industry Association Executives (Chairman)
Associations North (President/Chairman)
Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra (Chairman)
MN Council of Retail Trade Associations (President)
MN Governmental Relations Council (Officer)
Among others …
APPOINTMENTS
Dept of Homeland Security (DHS) Food & Agriculture Infrastructure Sector (Chairman)
Smart Grid Interoperability Task Force
MN Governor’s Food Safety Advisory Committee
MN Health Policy Task Force
MN Workplace Violence Task Force
Convenience Store Industry Environmental Advisory Committee
Among others …
EDUCATION
University of Delaware - Graduate of the Institute of Organization Management
Bemidji State University - Bachelor of Science: English, Education, Performing Arts, Coaching
Willmar State Junior College - Associate’s Degree
Advanced Studies: University of Notre Dame Law School, San Jose State University, University of Minnesota