Kahler Automation Appoints Jessica Geelan as Chief Financial Officer

 

Strengthening Kahler's Financial Strategy

Fairmont, Minn. - Kahler Automation is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Geelan as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Geelan brings nearly 25 years of finance experience to the position, with extensive background in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and full-spectrum financial operations.

"Jessica has proven to be an exceptional asset to our team," said John Christ, CEO of Kahler Automation. "Her depth of experience and her strategic approach to financial leadership will continue to strengthen our organization and our long-term vision."

Geelan, who began her career at Kahler in February 2025 as Controller, is stepping into the CFO role following Chantill Kahler-Royer's transition from CFO to an advisory position.

"We are incredibly grateful for Chantill's leadership during her time as CFO," Christ said. "While she is stepping into a different role, she remains a strong and influential part of Kahler's future through her ongoing work on our board of directors."

Prior to joining Kahler Automation, Geelan served as the Director of Distillery Operations and Finance at Templeton Distillery, where she oversaw financial management, operation leadership and long-term organizational planning. 

In her new role, Geelan will lead Kahler Automation's financial strategy, steer long-term planning, support cross-department financial operations and maintain strong financial discipline and continued growth. 

"I'm honored to take on this role and continue supporting Kahler's mission and momentum," Geelan said. "This is an exciting time for the company, and I look forward to helping shape the financial strategy that supports our customers, our people, and our future."

ABOUT KAHLER AUTOMATION
Kahler Automation is an industry leader in bulk material handling and automation systems for agriculture. Kahler Automation provides customized solutions for liquid and dry fertilizer and agricultural chemical facilities and specializes in legal-for-trade material blending, truck loadout, repackaging, truck traffic, and data management systems. Kahler Automation is a small, family-owned business with southern Minnesota roots dating back 75 years, driven by people with a passion for service, dedicated spirits, curious attitudes, and a focus on quality.