In this special episode, Peggy Coffeen, host of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, partners with World Dairy Expo to interview Juan Moreno, CEO and Founder of STgenetics and recipient of the 2025 International Person of the Year award. Juan shares his inspiring journey from growing up on a dairy farm in Colombia to pioneering reproductive technologies that have transformed dairy cattle breeding. He discusses his motivations, the pivotal moments in his career, and the importance of individual animal care in modern dairy farming. Juan also reflects on the role of artificial insemination technology in advancing the global dairy industry and emphasizes the collective effort required to feed the world.  Be sure to start planning your trip to World Dairy Expo, September 30th through October 3rd. Get your passes now worlddairyexpo.com. This episode is brought to you in partnership with the Dairy Show and World Dairy Expo. 00:00 Introduction to the Dairy Show Special Edition00:47 Juan Moreno's Early Life and Career Beginnings04:27 Pivotal Moments and Academic Pursuits07:32 The Birth and Growth of STgenetics10:40 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Sexed Semen Technology20:36 Global Impact and Future Vision26:36 Reflections and Personal Insights44:29 Conclusion and Upcoming Events