Our guest for the July 10th edition of PlayMakers Talk Show: Jennie McDowell, CEO, Dairy MAX, Inc.

From her early days on a Wyoming farm—riding her first horse at age three—to leading multi-million-dollar initiatives in consumer engagement and agriculture, Jennie McDowell brings a rare blend of grit, global perspective, and heart to her role as Chief Executive Officer of Dairy MAX.

Jennie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from New Mexico State University, where she got her start in business by managing a restaurant and catering operation. Her passion for strategy and impact took her halfway across the world to the University of Otago in New Zealand, where she completed her MBA and served as a business strategy consultant. One of her proudest projects? Helping develop the first authentic Chinese Garden in the southern hemisphere.

Driven by purpose and deeply connected to agriculture, Jennie has spent more than a decade helping Dairy MAX build trust in dairy through innovation, partnerships, and measurable outcomes. She’s led efforts that grew product sales, reshaped digital strategy, and expanded dairy’s footprint in schools, food banks, and international markets.

Jennie is known for her strategic mindset—and her competitive edge. She’s the reigning champion of Dairy MAX’s fantasy football league, proving she knows how to play smart both in business and just for fun.

Jennie is proud to lead a mission that supports the farmers who feed the world—and to champion a product she truly believes in.

DairyMAX.org

(800) 332-4790

Guest, Jennie McDowell, Host Steve A Klein

Our guest for the June 26th edition of PlayMakers Talk Show: Ken Malcolmson, President Ereritus, North Dallas Chamber of Commerce

After serving as President and CEO of the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce since 2017, Ken transitioned into the President Emeritus role in February 2026. He continues to support the chamber’s mission to promote civic engagement through informative programming, advocating for pro-business policies, and making connections.

Prior to joining the NDCC, Ken had a lengthy career as an executive in the health insurance and benefits business with Aetna, Towers Perrin, CIGNA, Express Scripts and most recently as the West Region CEO for the Commercial Segment of Humana. Immediately before joining the Chamber, Ken served as the CEO of a health care start-up – Afferent Provider Solutions.

Ken also has a real passion for civic engagement as evidenced by his key impact roles in numerous non-profit organizations. He has served on the Boards of Directors of the YMCA of Metro Dallas, the Dallas Regional Chamber, Momentous Institute, the Dallas Breakfast Group, the Dallas Friday Group and the Friends of Katy Trail, and currently serves as a Mayoral appointee to the Board of Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas and on the Executive Board of The University of Texas at Dallas.

Ken has a B.A. in political science and government from Southern Methodist University, where he has served on the Board of Trustees, Chair of the SMU Alumni Board, and a multitude of executive and advisory Boards.

NDCC.org

(469) 923-2100

Host Steve A Klein, Guest Ken Malcolmson