Staff Bios

Karen Koncar, R.D.
Executive Director of the Dairy Council of Utah/Nevada, Karen has been with the organization for 23 years. A leader in Utah's Dietetic Association, Karen is also involved with Dairy Management, Inc. (DMI), an organization that works to build national demand for dairy on behalf of dairy producers. She is one of DMI's five Regional Plan Facilitators and a member of the Strategic and Planning Committee. With three children, three grandchildren and a gentleman's ranch to run, Karen and her husband, Mark, manage to stay busy.

Becky Low, MS
Vice President Dairy Council-Utah, Becky provides nutrition research and education materials to health professionals, schools, teachers, school food service workers and consumers. An 8-year veteran of the Dairy Council of Utah and Nevada, Becky has also been the expert on a weekly cooking segment on KSL TV since 1995. When she's not helping consumers integrate the science of nutrition into their diets, Becky enjoys cooking, camping, and collecting books.

Jenn Harrison
Jenn started her work with the Dairy Council as a part-time temp while attending full-time school. Eleven years later, as Financial Administrator, her job duties include accounting, human resources, meeting planner, and overseeing the Dairy Women and Dairy Ambassador programs. When not at work, Jenn trains and competes in triathlons. She loves teaming up with her husband and chasing after their two beautiful daughters.

Libby Lovig, MS, R.D.
An eleven-year veteran of the Dairy Council of Utah and Nevada, Libby is the Vice President of Dairy Council-Nevada. Responsible for daily promotions, public relations and education, Libby's work is not limited to Northern Nevada, but transcends the Dairy Council's jurisdiction. One of the key elements of Libby's work is promoting the region's dairy farmers. A dressage rider, horse lover and runner, Libby's favorite dairy indulgence is a glass of ice cold milk

Lori McDonnell
When you call the Dairy Council office, the first voice you will likely hear is Lori McDonnell's. The voice behind the phone and office manager for the past 3 years, Lori is happy to help you find the right promotion or education materials. Outside of work, Lori is an avid reader and enjoys community and charity work with the American Legion. Lori and her husband love discovering and trying out new recipes, but not to worry, her skills ensure you'll always find something good to eat in her home.

Ray Buttars
Having grown up on a dairy farm, Ray is familiar with the hard work and dedication of Americas Dairy Farmers. As the Vice President of Business Development, Ray has extensive and successful background in Strategic Business Planning, Finance and Commodity Legislation Marketing. Ray's pleasurable pastime is working (or playing) with his sons on their 300-acre farm.