Meet Midwest Vet
Get to know the people that are Midwest Vet!
Founder, Owner, CEO
Cindy Burrell
Meet Cindy Burrell, our Founder and CEO, who has been with the company for an incredible 31 years! Though she's now semi-retired and no longer involved in day-to-day operations, Cindy remains deeply committed to supporting our staff and clients—her passion for helping others succeed has been at the heart of our company from the very beginning.
Growing up on a family farm in Day County, Cindy learned the value of hard work early on, and opening Midwest in the mid-1990s was a bold decision that has since proved incredibly rewarding. She loves connecting with multiple generations of local producers, a true highlight of her role.
Outside of work, Cindy enjoys traveling, volunteering, and watching her grandchildren grow. Fun fact: she loves Karaoke with her husband, Dennis—though she tends to take a more observational approach!
Owner, COO
Chris Bartelt
Meet Chris Bartelt, our Chief Operating Officer and a 31-year veteran of Midwest! Chris joined full time in 2011, bringing a background in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from the South Dakota School of Mines. He started as a Lean Manufacturing Engineer, and now he channels his skills into supporting our team and ensuring Midwest provides top-notch service to producers. Chris’s favorite part of his job? The variety! From working directly with local cow/calf and feedlot producers to connecting with clients across state lines, every day is a new adventure.
Outside the office, Chris enjoys traveling with his wife, Cathy (also our Office Manager), and watching their kids grow. Fun fact: Chris is the only one in his family who isn’t a Tae Kwon Do black belt!
Animal Health Specialist
Michael Brual
Meet Michael Brual, our experienced Animal Health Specialist! With four years on our team, Michael brings a deep passion for agriculture and a dedication to helping producers keep their herds healthy and productive. Raised in a small farming community in Southern Minnesota, Michael was immersed in agriculture from an early age through 4-H and FFA, experiences that laid the foundation for his career. Before joining us, he worked as a herdsman across South Dakota and Wisconsin, gaining hands-on expertise in livestock care and farm management. What he enjoys most about his role? The daily challenges and the chance to make a real difference for his clients. Outside of work, Michael enjoys exhibiting and marketing show cattle. Fun fact: He’s called three states home!
Owner, HR & Marketing Support
Kristen Henderson
Meet Kristen Henderson, Owner and HR and Marketing Support at Midwest! With an impressive 31 years here, Kristen’s journey began in our custodial department, where she first learned the ropes before evolving into a leadership role. Her dual engineering degrees and MBA uniquely equip her to align our team with our company’s goals and connect clients to Midwest’s solutions. Kristen finds fulfillment in seeing her work’s impact firsthand, from hiring talented individuals to creating standout client offers. Outside of work, Kristen has a passion for community service, playing key roles in revitalizing a 135-year-old opera house, supporting our hospital’s board, and serving on the ag committee. And her fun fact? She teaches math—for fun!
Owner, E-Commerce Support
Brooks Henderson
Meet Brooks Henderson, an Owner and leads our e-Commerce Support and the mastermind behind order fulfillment across all Midwest’s e-commerce platforms. With 16 years of experience, Brooks brings a unique background in metallurgical and materials engineering, including designing production lines for Caterpillar heavy equipment. Today, he focuses on improving processes to ensure that our products reach customers on time, every time.
As a numbers guy and sports fan, Brooks thrives on the urgency of meeting customer expectations—he loves having a “scoreboard” to track success. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking in the Black Hills and coaching his son’s basketball team. A fun fact about Brooks: he attended the 150th Kentucky Derby and witnessed the unforgettable game 163 at the Metrodome!
Veterinarian / Practice Manager - Miller
Dr. Rebecca Whitlock
Meet Dr. Rebecca Whitlock. With 6 1/2 years at Midwest under her belt, Dr. Becky brings exceptional care to both large and small animals. Growing up on a hobby farm in Webster, SD, she developed a love for agriculture early through 4-H and FFA. After earning her BS and MS in Animal Science from South Dakota State University, Dr. Whitlock completed her veterinary training at Ross University in St. Kitts and Kansas State University. Dr. Whitlock loves the variety her mixed animal practice brings, saying, “Every day is different. Building relationships with producers and helping their operations thrive is a responsibility I’m proud to have." Outside work, she enjoys traveling, horseback riding, baking, and hiking with her husband. Fun fact: A Springer Spaniel named Duke helped toddler Rebecca learn to walk! 🐾
Associate Veterinarian - Miller
Dr. Nic Almoney
Meet Dr. Nic Almoney. Since joining Midwest in July 2024, Dr. Nic has been a key part of our team as an associate veterinarian, delivering top-notch care to both livestock and pets. Dr. Almoney's passion for veterinary medicine started young, inspired by a farming upbringing. A 2022 graduate of UPenn, they spent two years as a beef vet in Nebraska before bringing their expertise to our community. What’s the best part of the job? “Getting to know our clients and helping beef herds stay healthy and pets thrive.” Outside of work, Dr. Almoney and their husband love restoring classic cars and attending shows. Fun fact: Dr. Almoney grew up on a produce farm but now secretly loves gardening! 🌱