Welcome to The Dairy Hour Podcast, where rural charm meets personal growth! Join us as we milk every moment for wisdom, self-improvement, and mental wellness. Farming is often more than just hard work—it’s a journey of resilience, personal growth, and constant challenges. In this episode of the Dairy Hour podcast, host Val Lavigne (@DairyGalVal) sits down with Rebecca “Bec” (Shaw) Pfeffer (@cowgirltalk), a passionate advocate for the dairy industry, to talk career growth and community and her inspiring journey from growing up on a dairy farm to becoming a successful brand manager for a regional dairy cooperative.
I’m your host, Val Lavigne, a rural dairy farming mom with a passion for filling hearts while never forgetting to fill my own cup. Get ready for insightful conversations, empowering tips, and a splash of fun and laughs, of course!
Posted on 12 Mar 2025 · 1 hour
Watch Dairy Gal Val talk to her guest Rebecca Pfeffer on Career Growth and Community
From Farm Girl to Dairy Leader: Rebecca Pfeffer on Career Growth and Community
In this episode of the Dairy Hour podcast, host Val Lavigne sits down with Rebecca “Bec” (Shaw) Pfeffer, a passionate advocate for the dairy industry, to discuss career growth and community and her inspiring journey from growing up on a dairy farm to becoming a successful brand manager for a regional dairy cooperative. Bec shares how her early experiences in agriculture shaped her career path, starting at Cargill and eventually leading her to key marketing roles in the dairy sector.
Bec’s deep-rooted connection to the dairy industry extends beyond her career. As the newly elected president of the Dairy Girl Network board, she’s passionate about supporting and connecting women in agriculture. Bec emphasizes the importance of building a strong community and the value of having a support system of women who understand the unique challenges of the industry. Her leadership in the Dairy Girl Network has allowed her to foster meaningful connections and create a space where women can share advice, celebrate successes, and navigate the ups and downs of farming life.
In addition to her professional success, Bec co-hosts Cowgirl Talk, a podcast with her sister that explores the intersections of sisterhood and agriculture. Through this personal project, Bec highlights the importance of diverse friendships and finding balance between work and personal life. She discusses how stepping outside of the agricultural circle and building friendships with people from different backgrounds has provided her with fresh perspectives and renewed energy.
The conversation also features fun and lighthearted moments, including rapid-fire questions where Bec shares her love for Taco Bell’s Power Bowl, her favorite road trip stop at Sheetz, and her dream to rent a villa in the South of France. She reflects on the lessons learned throughout her career, offering advice to her younger self to “keep doing what you’re doing” and trust the process.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with career insights, personal growth, and the power of community. Don’t forget to check out WonderCow Colostrum at shop.wondercow.com/DAIRYGALVAL and use code DAIRYGALVAL to save!
Follow Bec on Instagram @bec.pfeff and @cowgirltalk
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