BIRKEY’S FARM STORE ANNOUNCES CEO MIKE HEDGE’S RETIREMENT,
BRADY FOSTER TO ASSUME ROLE
CHAMPAIGN, IL – Birkey’s Farm Store is proud to congratulate CEO Mike Hedge on his
retirement after nearly 32 years of service. Hedge first joined Birkey’s as the Chief Financial
Officer in 1992 until 2013 when he stepped up as President and CEO, wielding leadership over
business operations and strategic initiatives.
“Birkey’s has a culture that is all about building genuine relationships. I am going to miss all the
relationships I’ve built over the years. When I look at the team working alongside me, I know
Birkey’s is in good hands,” said Mike Hedge.
Following Hedge’s retirement, Birkey’s President Brady Foster will assume the role of CEO.
Foster has taken on various positions at the dealership and corporate level over his 15 years of
service and has served as president for the past year.
“It has been a privilege working with Mike – he is an excellent mentor and leader. I admire the
great effort he has put into the Birkey’s organization. I’m honored to take on this role and lead
our employee-owners in continued success and growth,” said Foster.
Hedge’s retirement will commence January 2 nd , 2024, marking the beginning of Foster’s
transition into the CEO role.
“I’m confident Brady is going to do a fantastic job leading the company. I’m excited for him and
wish him the best in his new role,” said Hedge.
Brady Foster (left) and Mike Hedge (right)
About Birkey’s
Birkey’s Farm Store celebrates 70 years of serving Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri with second-to-
none product support. As your needs have changed over the years, we’ve added the resources
required to serve you. What was once an operation in a small shop has grown to a network of
20 locations and 520+ employees in our 100% employee-owned organization. This continued
investment in people, infrastructure, technology, and tooling has enabled Birkey’s to become a
leading dealer for Case IH Agriculture, Case Construction Equipment, and powersports
equipment.
We are headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, and own and operate a network of full-service
Case IH Agriculture and Case Construction Equipment stores throughout Illinois and western
Indiana, and powersports equipment in Hannibal, Missouri. For more information about the
areas we serve, visit www.birkeys.com.
