Pottinger’s career in sales, management and leadership positions in agriculture spanned four decades, including time with J.R. Simplot, Saskferco, Ag-Chem Equipment and AGCO. He is currently owner and president of Pottinger Consulting, a firm that focuses on skills enhancement with top-performing ag retailers. He is also involved with Northern Plains Nitrogen, a world-scale project planned for the Dakotas.