VEOS – Veracity Edible Oil Solutions

As a large-scale food or energy producer, you have a significant investment to protect. The quality of the supply chain of the vegetable oil you purchase can have a major impact on your bottom line, which is why choosing a broker well-connected to every major vegetable oil refiner in North America is essential to your success. At Veracity Edible Oil Solutions, or VEOS, we are committed to quality and integrity in all that we do. Since our founding in 2007, it has been our honor to cultivate relationships with the continent’s leading suppliers of vegetable oil, and our professional background in managing all commercial aspects of the refining process for major suppliers has given us firsthand knowledge that truly sets us apart from other brokers. For large-scale oil buyers, our team is committed to sourcing you the highest quality vegetable oils for your needs, and as a one-stop shop, we’ll handle every step of the process for you.

Competitive Pricing

Expert Market Insights

Time-Saving Convenience

Quality Assurance

Who We Service

VEOS has worked with some of the biggest vegetable oil consumers across multiple industries, and is happy to connect buyers who represent the following markets:

  • Food – Food Service & Retail Processors
  • Renewable Diesel
  • Biodiesel
  • Industrial
  • Livestock / Feed
  • Refiners
  • Co-Product Processors

Veracity Edible Oil Solutions, or VEOS, was founded in 2007 with the intention of bringing expertise and integrity to an industry that was lacking such qualities in most brokers. We are extremely proud to broker in excess of $ 1.7 billion in sales annually, connecting the biggest names in food and energy production to North America’s expansive network of quality vegetable oil refiners and suppliers. Our goal is to continue to be a trusted resource for large-scale oil consumers, and to navigate the entire supply-chain of vegetable oil for our buyers so they can focus their energy on expanding their business. Not only that, we greatly value our well-established connections to our suppliers, and we are proud to continue to represent every supplier across North America with integrity. The relationships we’ve formed guarantees our clients the best prices and superior efficiency, as we handle every aspect of every deal, including all negotiations, contracts, and logistics.

Why Choose VEOS?

VEOS is proud of developing a reputation based on integrity, knowledge, and the superior customer service we provide to both our buyers and suppliers. Above all else, our team truly sets us apart from our competitors, and our ongoing commitment to excellence while navigating each step of the vegetable oil supply chain means you always get the best value possible.  

Competitive Pricing

Our amazing relationships with every supplier in North America means we can negotiate the best prices available for your needs, without ever sacrificing quality. Furthermore, we can broker multi-faceted deals with ease across multiple suppliers depending on your specific needs and plant locations.

Expert Market Insights

Unlike other brokers, we have decades of firsthand experience IN the industry, providing us with a deep understanding of the entire supply chain and market, which translates into valuable insights and advice on how to maximize your profits. We are proud to say that each of our three brokers as well as our Customer Service lead were previously employed by crusher/refiners.

Time-Saving Convenience

Dealing with multiple suppliers and coordinating the logistics of large oil shipments can be time-consuming and stressful. VEOS will handle every related task for you, freeing up your time and resources to focus on other important aspects of your enterprise.

Quality Assurance

Our deep-seeded connections to suppliers across North America ensures that the oils you purchase meet the highest standards of quality, helping to minimize the risk of costly quality control issues. We pride ourselves on our integrity, and for you that means quality.

Expansive Network

As representatives for every North American refiner / supplier, we have an expansive network to provide you with connections a vast array of products. We’d love to hear about your enterprise and how we can help fulfill your needs for large quantities of edible oils for food and/or energy production. We have representatives in Arizona, Illinois, Michigan, Montana and South Dakota. 

Products

  • Soy (crude, crude degummed, once-refined, refined & bleached, RBD-Salad, PHOs, FHOs)
  • Canola (crude, super degummed, RBD-Salad)
  • Corn
  • Peanut
  • Palm
  • “IP” Oils (Non-GMO, Organic, High-Oleic) – expeller-pressed & hexane solvent
  • Co-Products (flush oils, lecithin, VOD-distillate & soapstock)

Meet Our Team

At VEOS, our backbone is our team, and we know the importance of investing in our people to best serve both the buyers and suppliers we are humbled to work with.  

A team of professionals working behind the scenes, on our suppliers and customers behalf. 

Experience

Integrity

Responsiveness

Knowledge

Mark Hingiss

Mark Hingiss

Founder and Co-Owner

Mark previously worked in the industry for over four decades. Working with organizations such as Ventura Foods, Tyson Foods, CHS Inc., and Global Risk Management, Mark gained unparalleled insider knowledge and has been able to develop lasting relationships with suppliers across the continent. During his 18 years at CHS, a global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States, Mark managed all commercial aspects of the refinery and soy flour business, as well as transportation for the division. Furthermore, he has supported and participated actively in the industry by holding positions such as serving as:

  • The National Institute of Oilseed Processing (NIOP) – Board Member
  • The American Fats and Oils Association (AFOA) – President, Director, Member
  • The Institute of Shortening and Edible Oils (ISEO) – Nominating Chair & Director

Experienced industry arbitrator

As the founder of our company, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved. Each year, we broker sales exceeding $1.7 billion, forging vital connections between the giants of the food and energy production industries and North America’s vast network of top-tier vegetable oil refiners and suppliers.

Our primary goal remains unwavering – to be the trusted resource for large-scale oil consumers. We take it upon ourselves to expertly navigate the entire vegetable oil supply chain on behalf of our buyers, allowing them to channel their energy into expanding their businesses.

One aspect that I hold in high regard is our well-established relationships with our suppliers. It’s a source of great pride for us to continue representing every supplier across North America with the utmost integrity. These enduring connections guarantee our clients access to the best prices and ensure superior efficiency in every transaction. We handle all aspects of every deal, from negotiations to contracts and logistics, ensuring our clients have a seamless experience.

– Mark Hingiss

Justin Nielsen

Justin Nielsen

Co-Owner and Broker

Justin maintains strong ties to agricultural production with his family operation near Tyler, MN and has held positions at Minnesota Soybean Processors (MNSP) and South Dakota Soybean Processors (SDSP) merchandising soybeans, soybean meal & hulls, soybean crude & refined oils (including managing CME warehouse receipts and government and small business tenders), refined co-products and biodiesel, before joining VEOS in 2017. Justin has been actively involved within the fats & oils industry by serving within several industry organizations and associations and holding credentials such as:

  • The National Institute of Oilseed Processing (NIOP) – Member
  • The American Fats & Oils Association (AFOA) – Director
  • The Institute of Shortening and Edible Oils (ISEO) – Director
  • Safe Quality Foods – SQF practitioner
  • Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points – HACCP certified
  • Good Manufacturing Practices – GMP certified
  • Standard Operating Procedures – SOP certified

Experienced industry arbitrator

Beth Westemeyer

Beth Westemeyer

VEOS Broker

Beth Westemeyer has almost 15 years of experience in the agribusiness sector, most recently working in the Bulk Liquid Storage market as a Commercial Director for Zenith Energy Terminals, helping in their transition to a more sustainable storage model through renewable fuels and feedstocks.

Prior to joining Zenith, Beth worked for Zeeland Farm Services (ZFS), where she began her career in 2009 and held various positions including Marketing Manager, Director of Business Development, and Oil Merchandiser.

Beth’s years at both Zenith and ZFS have provided her with ample knowledge of vegetable oil trading and risk management, renewable feedstock markets, business development, logistics, and the importance of customer relationships.

Beth earned an MBA from Western Michigan University, and a Bachelor of Science from Central Michigan University.

Sarah Scott

Sarah Scott

VEOS Office and Client Service Manager

Sarah is a driven support professional that previously held various positions at ADM since 2010. She serviced key accounts in her role as Customer Care Specialist at ADM.

Sarah has dedicated her past 10+ professional years to client care, communication, and service. Sarah manages contracts, customized reports, account reconciliation, order entry, order tracking, and ensures the supply chain remains seamless.

She provides excellent service to our clients and is committed to providing a positive experience for all.

Danielle Isbell

Danielle Isbell

Client Service Specialist

Danielle is a skilled Client Service Representative with 10 + years of experience in providing exceptional customer service. As former Sr. Claims Representative and Account Coordinator for a top rated Scottsdale, Arizona stop loss agency, Danielle  became a valuable member of the claims team and successfully managed the largest book of business with the company at the time for more than 2 years.

Danielle is a quick learner with strong communication and problem -solving skills, and she consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction through effective listening, empathy, and timely resolution of customer issues. She is committed to meeting and exceeding customer expectations and is dedicated to creating a positive customer experience.

Kim Shugart

Kim Shugart

Client Service Specialist

Over her 9+ career in the Stop Loss Insurance industry, Kimberly has developed a reputation for providing excellent customer service and managing large, complex blocks of business. Her ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues has been a hallmark of her work.

Throughout her various positions, including Lead Stop Loss Specialist and Lead Claims Analyst, Kimberly has consistently demonstrated her strong leadership abilities by directing teams and training all new hires.

With her keen attention to detail and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, Kimberly is well-positioned to take on new challenges. She is organized, highly adaptable, and has a proven track record of delivering exceptional results. As she embarks on a new chapter in her career, Kimberly is excited to apply her skills and expertise to a new industry.