Our Team

Travis founded Sunrise ABS in August 2019 after two decades in the grain business. An Agribusiness graduate of Fort Hays State University, he began his career at Cargill implementing risk-management tools on originated grain, then advanced to merchandising manager overseeing 100–110 million bushels annually across rail and truck logistics, ethanol procurement, and cross-country trading. After years trading wheat, corn, milo and soybeans across Kansas, Texas and Colorado — and launching a grain consulting business with Midland Marketing — Travis built Sunrise to work directly with farmers on marketing their grain, bringing institutional-grade discipline and real relationships to every operation.

Kerri brings nearly three decades of grain-trading experience to Sunrise. An Agricultural Economics graduate of New Mexico State University with a master’s in Business Education from Emporia State, she began her career at DeBruce Grain in 1996, trading cross-country grain across Kansas, Colorado, Nebraska, Texas and the Panhandles, and later wheat and feed grains through the Wichita terminal. As Merchandising Manager at Gavilon she ran trading platforms spanning the Mid-Atlantic and Canada and built the company’s Merchandiser Trainee Program. Kerri joined Sunrise in 2020 as Commodity Risk Manager and is passionate about helping producers manage risk and increase profits.

Brandon is a seasoned trader whose work broke numerous sales and growth records during his time at Cargill. Across multiple leadership roles he generated significant proprietary trading revenue while supporting, coaching and mentoring merchants at every level. He draws on a deep understanding of diverse agricultural commodities to develop effective buy and sell strategies, analyze supply-and-demand dynamics, and manage risk — and is known as a strong relationship builder and skilled negotiator who keeps the long-term perspective in mind. Brandon grew up on a small family farm near Beatrice, Nebraska. At Cargill he served as an Alpha Trader and U.S. Merchandising Manager for Cargill Cattle Feeders, Live Pork, Turkey and Egg Production, and led trading for Cargill’s spring-wheat flour mills across the U.S. and Canada. Outside of work he is an active youth coach in softball, baseball and basketball for his four children; he and his wife live in Platte City, Missouri.

Summer was raised on her family’s farm north of Grinnell, KS, where they grew wheat, corn and milo and raised cattle. She earned a Public Relations degree from Washburn University and spent years in athletics administration at Washburn and Fort Hays State before finding her way into agriculture. Summer joined Sunrise in 2021, learning to buy and sell grain and manage hedge positions in the grain-management division before becoming a Merchandiser Assistant in 2023. She works directly with Sunrise merchandisers and clients and is the team’s champion for onboarding and compliance.

Ashley Pohlman grew up in Wichita, Kansas, and graduated from Friends University with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and minors in Marketing and Accounting. After college she moved to Russell, Kansas, where she met her husband and began building both her career and her family.

Before joining Sunrise, Ashley spent eleven years with a law firm, where she gained valuable experience in client service, business operations, and relationship management. She joined Sunrise AgriBusiness Solutions in March of 2025 and has since served in several roles supporting the company's grain merchandising and Farm Direct programs, giving her a well-rounded understanding of grain marketing, producer relationships, and day-to-day operations.

As an Administrative Assistant, Ashley works closely with producers, merchandisers, and end users to ensure grain moves efficiently from origin to destination. She is passionate about building strong relationships, delivering exceptional customer service, and keeping communication seamless throughout the grain marketing process.

Ashley and her husband, Brett, have been married for more than ten years and are the proud parents of two sons, Mason and Royce. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on her boys at football, baseball, basketball, and wrestling events, and camping and spending time at the lake.

Easton was raised in Kansas and has been around the agricultural industry for much of his life. His father is the owner of Sunrise AgriBusiness Solutions, which gave Easton the opportunity to grow up around the business and gain an early understanding of the important role agriculture plays in the surrounding communities. Although he is still early in his professional career, this lifelong exposure has created a strong interest in learning every aspect of the company and gaining a detailed understanding of the agricultural and grain industries.

Easton is currently attending Fort Hays State University, where he is pursuing a degree in Marketing. Through his education, he is building a strong foundation in business while also gaining practical experience through his work at Sunrise. He is eager to continue learning about business operations, grain merchandising, marketing, customer service, and the many other areas that contribute to the success of an agricultural business.

Easton works as an Administrative Assistant and Customer Support team member at Sunrise AgriBusiness Solutions. In his role, he assists clients, supports daily office operations, and helps with a variety of administrative and back-office responsibilities. Working alongside the experienced Sunrise team allows him to develop new skills, learn directly from industry professionals, and gain a better understanding of the day-to-day decisions involved in serving producers and customers.

After graduating from Fort Hays State University, Easton plans to remain in the Hays area and continue building his career with Sunrise AgriBusiness Solutions. He hopes to take on greater responsibilities within the company as he gains experience and develops a deeper understanding of grain marketing, business operations, and customer relationships. His long-term goal is to continue growing within Sunrise, contribute to the company’s future success, and help strengthen the relationships it has built with producers and agricultural businesses throughout the region.

Outside of work and school, Easton is an avid hunter and enjoys spending as much time outdoors as possible. He also enjoys fishing, hiking, camping, and taking part in other outdoor activities with family and friends.

LeNae’s childhood began in southwestern Kansas, and she later moved to north-central Kansas, where she finished her late grade-school years through high school graduation. Her family farms and ranches, and this is where her love for agriculture began. During her high-school summers, LeNae worked for Randall Farmers Coop Union and spent long hours helping during wheat harvest, further strengthening her connection to agriculture. She graduated from Beloit High School before moving to Hays, Kansas, where she has lived for the past four years.

LeNae is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness at Fort Hays State University and is planning to graduate in December of 2026. She has also earned a certificate in Leadership. While in college, she has worked primarily at Bomgaars and spent a summer working for Landmark Implement in Holdrege, Nebraska, gaining hands-on experience in customer service, operations, and agricultural retail.

LeNae began her career with Sunrise Agribusiness Solutions as a Customer Service Representative for the Post Rock division in July of 2026. In her role, she supports clients, assists with daily operations, and helps with various back-office processes for Sunrise.

In her free time, LeNae enjoys spending time with family and friends, whether that’s relaxing at home, spending time with her siblings, or getting together for other activities and events.

Kylee Pfeifer was raised on her family’s farm just north of Ellis, Kansas, where they produce wheat, milo, and raise cattle. In 2014, Kylee and her family established Pfeifer Show Pigs, a family-run show pig operation that has become an important part of their lives. Her involvement in the family farm and show pig operation from a young age inspired her to pursue a career in agriculture.

Kylee is currently working to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Business and will graduate in May 2027. She enjoys learning about grain merchandising, marketing, and the many aspects of the agricultural industry while preparing for a career in agribusiness.

Kylee joined Sunrise AgriBusiness Solutions as a Customer Service Representative, where she works alongside the merchandising team to support daily operations and assist clients. She enjoys learning about the grain industry and is excited to continue growing her knowledge while building relationships with producers and customers.

After graduation, Kylee plans to remain in the area to continue growing her career in agriculture while expanding her knowledge of the industry. Outside of work, she enjoys helping with the family farm, raising show pigs through Pfeifer Show Pigs, and spending time with family and friends.

Darrell brings more than twenty years of experience working alongside grain producers and agribusiness leaders across the Midwest. Originally from rural northeast Missouri with extended family still actively farming, he has seen agriculture from nearly every angle — originating grain, marketing fertilizer, commodity risk management, crop protection, precision agriculture technology, regenerative agriculture, and grain storage system sales. He spent ten years with ADM working directly with producers throughout the Midwest, where he earned the company's Leadership Award for Regenerative Agriculture after enrolling 60,000 acres in soybean, wheat, and cover crop programs. During his time at Cargill he was also recognized for risk management programs and crop insurance referral acres. Whether originating millions of bushels, advising growers on marketing strategies, or introducing precision agriculture tools, Darrell believes his job is to listen first, understand each customer's goals, and help find practical solutions that create lasting value — because agriculture keeps evolving, but relationships remain the foundation of every successful partnership.