Meet The Executives’ Club…

ATM’s, credit card processing, gift cards and check guarantee placement. Providing wholesale pricing and consulting, business planning, maximizing income for merchants point of sale equipment and software. Focusing on reducing costs for processing, equipment and protecting liability as well as boosting income for businesses of all sizes.

*With over 20 years experience in the industry I credit our success to on the spot top notch customer service driven by HONESTY and complete information. Our customer are our most trusted asset and it shows. You will know instantly this is a different approach to doing business. With over 1600 customers we feel our position is proven that we can show you a better way to make your business more money.

TCI Insurance is a full-service, locally owned independent insurance agency that has been providing client protection since 1985. Building on that foundation of values: we are a team-oriented, people-focused, family-owned business. We are motivated by our entrepreneurial spirit and a genuine caring for our employees, clients and community.

In our interactions, we strive to have these values constantly at the forefront of how we think and how we act.

• Executives’ Club panelist November 2017 Cover Your Assets

At Enclave, we approach every project by first spending significant time understanding the beneficiaries of the finished project, including end users, the neighbors and the community. This important step allows the team to develop communities that serve the end user, while having a positive impact on its neighbors and the community. We recognize that financial and market analysis will drive what makes sense to build, who it will be built for, and what budget we have to work with. However, we believe a well-designed community does not have to come at the expense of budget, and budget doesn’t have to constrain our ability to create a well designed and built community.

Our foremost talent is to complete thoughtful projects for defined target markets, on time and on budget. To date, 100% of our projects have been delivered on time and within budget.

CORE VALUES

• DO THE HONORABLE THING
• BE EMPOWERED
• PROMOTE INNOVATION
• CARE FOR EACH OTHER

By assembling the right partners (architects, engineers, lenders, investors) and working closely during the design phase, Enclave is able to design project budgets that work and successfully manage project specifications and schedules to deliver developments that achieve goals across every level.

• CEO Spotlight | AM 1100 The Flag 2.18.20
• Fargo Business to Build HQ in West Fargo | September 2019
• A Nod To The Past | Fargo INC! September 2016

Speaking to Mark is a unique experience. A quick mind and diverse interests have helped him sustain an amazing collection of relationships across the globe. More importantly, his ability to translate the details of his clients’ interests and goals always result in a solution tailored to them. Mark had the opportunity to work with some of the best-known CPAs in the upper Midwest before founding Giddings & Associates. He is also a co-founder of Mid America Consultants International and served as the company treasurer for several years.

Mark has developed a niche in sophisticated tax and business consulting. He is best known for:

• Supporting multiple complex business deals and tax situations;
• Focusing on the personal and business needs of farmers and multi-generational enterprises;
• Providing keen insight for individuals with multi-state or expat tax matters — including filmmakers, entrepreneurs and entertainers;
• Serving clients on all seven continents.

When Mark responds to a question or need, you can be sure that he’s rolled it over in his mind and viewed every angle. Ultimately, you will make the decision, but it will be well informed from Mark’s extensive knowledge and research. His goal — and the culture of Giddings — is to serve clients for a lifetime. And then earn the trust of their children and grandchildren.

While his passion for Doobie Brothers music and hot air balloons is epic, Mark’s friends, family and clients love him anyway.

Mark and Diane have made their home at Middle Cormorant Lake in Becker County, Minnesota.

• Executives’ Club panelist October 2016 Leasing Changes
• Executives’ Club panelist February 2019 Profit
• Throughout 2020, Mark led a series of online discussions for our Members regarding PPP

Tom has been involved in the entrepreneurial community in the North Dakota-Minnesota area for nearly ten years. At heart, Kading is an entrepreneur.

He has been involved in numerous start-ups and successful ventures. Over the years Kading was involved as an In-House Counsel who provided advice concerning business structure, intellectual property, securities, and business disputes. As early as law school, Kading became involved in real estate startups. The real estate industry taught him a lot about business structures, obtaining investors, and navigating the complex business world. From real estate Kading moved into various construction related inventions which include automated CNC equipment and automate lumber processing. Ultimately, Kading helped launch the first CBD production facility in North Dakota.

Over the years, Kading was involved in numerous legal transactions and resolutions. Kading found that many attorneys struggle to bridge the gap between the needs of business and the advice attorneys provide. When Kading sold his business interests, he was inspired to start a law firm that offered solutions to business people in such a way that was valuable to clients.

• Founded Health Support Systems: April, 2020
• ND State Representative District 45 since 2015 

Harlan Goerger is founder and president of H. Goerger & Associates, dba AskHG. As a facilitator, Harlan has worked with countless companies of all sizes and industries. In the business world, he has observed the ideas and concepts that work, and also those that are not as effective. His experience gives his business solutions the ideas and cautions that not only keep risk levels low, but boost growth levels as well. Harlan’s insight does not come from textbook insight, but real life, real business experience.

Harlan has authored three books on business and sales and has created countless training and development programs for business, including the CEO Solution groups, Performance Based Management Program and the New Paradigm Selling System.

It was the desire to have a positive impact in the business community that drove him to develop the CEO Solution groups. By positively impacting the leadership capability and capacity of business owners and CEO’s, the entire organization has been impacted for the better!

On a personal note, Harlan has three grown children which all run successful business enterprises and have graced him with seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Harlan loves tinkering with custom cars and motorcycles- basically anything that goes fast.

Harlan is certified in:

• DISC Profiles
• InnovatorMindset Profiles
• Persuasion Boot Camp by Dr. Kevin Hogan
• ND/MN Insurance License 17270294
• Former Dale Carnegie Instructor in seven programs

What Can Harlan Do For You? | Jan 2016 Fargo INC!

Kristi Larkin – Fargo born and raised, Kristi attended NDSU where she received her degree in Apparel & Textiles with a minor in Business. She worked at Laurie’s during college from 1990-1994. After college she worked at Dayton’s as an assistant buyer, then moved over to Sonnie’s as an assistant manager. She took a break from retail and worked in outside sales, but later returned to to Laurie’s to take over as owner in 2010.

For over 30 years, Laurie’s has been providing sophisticated and fashion forward trends for women of all ages. Our buyers travel to fashion markets across the U.S. to find the hottest looks that has resulted in a space that’s reminiscent of the shopping districts in major cities coupled with the charm and friendliness that only this area can provide.

Laurie’s was first started in the early 1980s by Laurie Chatham in two locations, Bismarck, ND and Fargo, ND.

In 2008 Laurie closed the store in Bismarck and sold the Fargo location in 2010 to Kristi Larkin.

Laurie’s prides itself on providing the ultimate shopping experience through experienced staff that will help you build your dream wardrobe.

We believe every woman should feel confident and beautiful in her clothes with a style that is all her own.

Laurie’s provides customers with quality products from a wide selection of brands. Our store sells large varieties of casual and dressier items, and our staff is committed to treating each client with the utmost care and attention. Sign up today to receive exclusive offers delivered to your inbox.

Located in the heart of Fargo, Laurie’s is a well known Women’s Clothing Store that offers customers a place to find unique and timeless fashion pieces. Founded in 1980, we sell quality merchandise to customers across the map. Whether you’re looking for a dress or an outfit, Laurie’s has something for everyone to buy and love.

• Fashion’s Finest | Area Woman Magazine July 2016

• Total Control
• Performance
• Quality
• Reliability
• Full Service

Jim is a Fargo, ND native and graduate of North Dakota State University. He has enjoyed a nearly 30-year career in a variety of community development and commercial real estate ventures. He was affiliated with Fargo based GOLDMARK Commercial, the largest commercial brokerage firm in the region, for 23 years concluding his tenure there having served as President and Managing Broker. In late 2019 he started JBC Commercial Real Estate.

In his free time Jim and his wife enjoy spending time with friends and family at their lake home, traveling and NDSU athletics. He is also involved in a variety of business ventures and community involvement. He currently serves on the boards of Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, NDSU Research & Technology Park, 701 Angel Fund and the City of Fargo Tax Exempt Review Committee.

In the Summer of 2019, a group of veteran commercial real estate professionals, led by Jim Buus and Lori Ibach, left GOLDMARK Commercial Real Estate to form JBC Commercial Real Estate. Jim Buus had been serving as GOLDMARK Commercial’s President and was also a part-owner. Buus, Ibach and five other veteran agents and administrative staff left together. Additionally, Dovetail Development LLC, owned by Elissa Novotny, which had been collocated within GOLDMARK Commercial, left to collocate with JBC Commercial.

JBC Commercial is owned by Jim Buus and Lori Ibach; the two have a combined 50 years of experience. For a variety of reasons, the team felt there was an opportunity in the market to conduct commercial real estate in a different way than they had been doing, a style that features less conflicts of interest, more collaboration amongst the stakeholders and more integration with the overall brokerage, design and development process.

In addition to being commercial real estate leaders, the JBC Commercial team prides itself on active community involvement and leadership.

Team members are involved and participative in a myriad of local organizations such as the West Fargo Youth Hockey Association, North Dakota State University, Bison Football Players Association, NDSU Team Makers, TNT Kids Fitness, Vitalant Blood Services as well as respected business groups such as various chambers of commerce, Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, Moorhead Business Association and the Executives Club of Fargo Moorhead.

Radiant Homes is a team of expert builders dedicated to achieving distinguished design paired with exceptional functionality.  We partner with you and your family to create a space designed specifically for the life you’re building. And the best part? You can get the home of your dreams at the budget you define. We guide you every step of the way. Our goal is to keep your excitement high and your stress levels low.

“Give us a call today to start exploring the possibilities. I would love the opportunity to tell you more about how Radiant Homes can partner with you on the journey to realizing your dream home.” – DAVID REID, PRESIDENT

• 2019 Spring Parade of Homes recap

No matter where in the world you want to go, we can help get you there. Our experienced agents will take the time to answer your questions and listen to your ideas, before making expert recommendations that fit your budget. We believe extraordinary vacations begin with careful planning, that’s why we are devoted to ensuring our clients always have the best possible experience—both before they leave and while they’re away.

“Cindy and her staff have always worked extremely hard on behalf of their corporate and leisure travel clients,” said Roger E. Block, CTC, President of Travel Leaders Network. “I am very proud to honor Cindy and her dynamic efforts by bestowing her with our highest honor, the Golden Legacy Award.”

Cindy, who was raised in Argyle, Minnesota and moved to the Fargo/Moorhead area right after high school, understands the needs of local travelers. She originally planned to build a career in the medical field, however, after working in a hotel and travel agency in the area, she realized by age 19 that her passion was travel. Beginning in the mid-1980s, Tyo worked as a travel agency manager in Crookston, Minnesota, and in Fargo/Moorhead.  She then spent several years in Los Angeles, California, before returning to Fargo – first to manage her current agency, then becoming the agency’s owner in 2003.

In addition to Tyo being honored with numerous awards from Travel Leaders through the years, she also has been recognized by various travel industry suppliers, such as Princess Cruises, Travel Guard and Viking River Cruises.  Her agencies are also top producers for Barcelo Hotels & Resorts, Funjet Vacations, and RIU Hotels & Resorts, among others. She is also very supportive of the local communities where her agencies are based, including supporting local golf tournaments such as the Roger Maris Celebrity Tournament and the Sunshine Kids Charity Golf Tournament.

Full Service Corporate Travel Management Travel Travel specializes in providing a cost-effective corporate travel management program customized to fit each of our accounts’ particular needs. In business for over 20 years, Travel Travel has experience handling accounts in various industries. Each account is assigned a team of travel experts to help with a full custom implementation (travel policy, reporting, duty of care, etc.), including a primary agent who knows, and is dedicated to your account. Travel Travel is unique in that we are able to provide the attention and care expected from a locally owned small business, while simultaneously providing the cutting edge technology and resources of a global organization. Call or email Travel Travel today to see how we can save you time, money, and peace of mind!

2019 Golden Legacy Award from Travel Leaders article

What Brady Does For BNG As CEO and an owner, Brady leads the overall direction of all our companies as well as negotiating contracts and new partnerships. His other primary focus is working with the executive team to assure every aspect of the company is operating with excellence, and empowering department heads to achieve our various business goals. In addition to the daily grind of running the business, he dedicates time to maintaining the company culture of BNG by developing strategies and working with the HR team to implement strategies to provide the best work-life balance for employees and their families.

Brady’s Past & Passion Born in Winnipeg, Canada, Brady was raised in a conservative, faithful family who soon moved to North Dakota. Being raised in a Free Lutheran church contributed to the core values Brady strives to embody, “Love one another as you would love yourself.” Both of Brady’s parents were Collegiate Athletes in Valley City, North Dakota where they met. With this background, Brady grew up loving competition in everything and understanding teamwork. To this day, he still values ambition, and having a happy attitude, fundamental skills that have contributed to the company’s success.

Before becoming CEO, Brady worked in sales, and still enjoys working with the various sales teams at BNG to satisfy his passion (and prove to himself that he still has it). From a high level, he strives to keep a pulse on how the business is handling sales and customer service. Recently, Brady has dabbled with public speaking about entrepreneurship, the importance of recurring revenue, and how companies can improve their cash flow.

In His Spare Time When Brady is not working, he spends time with his wife Brandi and their 5 beautiful children. Brady’s other hobbies include basketball, golf, softball, bowling, lifting weights, and watching various sports on TV.

Kent is the CEO of Petro Serve USA, a diversified retail petroleum business that operates 32 convenience stores in North Dakota and Minnesota.   The cooperative employees 500+ staff in a trade area that stretches from Bemidji to Bismarck and Grafton to Wahpeton.  Petro Serve received the Paul Dana Marketing Vision Award for its “Helping America Fuel Better” campaign.  Kent has a bachelor’s degree in Management from the University of North Dakota.  He became a CEO at age twenty-two in 1981.  That year he turned over his entire staff of 11 workers, in one morning, and survived to tell about it.  Petro Serve USA’s diverse young leadership currently uses the EOS Operating System and has doubled their sales five times in the last 18 years.

• CEO, Farmers Union, Ellendale, ND | 3yrs
• CEO, Cenex, Drayton, ND | 12yrs
• CEO, PetroServe USA since 1998

Diversified cooperative founded in 1934

Corporate Office: 1772 Main Ave W, West Fargo

23 PetroServe locations ND/MN + 9 Valley Dairy locations GF/EGF purchased in 2016

“EOS had a major impact on helping us simplify our rather complex business. Each of the EOS Tools, including the Rocks, Scorecard, 8 Cashflow Drivers, Level 10 Meeting, LMA, and others, have significantly helped us affect the bottom line. I really value how Barry Gish helps us set SMART Rocks by driving our Leadership Team to identify the most important and strategic things we can accomplish in the next 90 days as well as helping us stay focused on accomplishing our 1, 3 and 10-year goals. On average, our Leadership Team sets 30 Rocks each Quarter and accomplishes them with a 90% success rate. The result on Petro Serve is exponential. EOS has been the fuel that powers growth here at Petro Serve USA.” – Kent

“I’m thankful for Kurt and The100,Inc. His passion to help business people grow their businesses and more importantly their personal growth is unique. Passion is a powerful pill to take every morning, especially when you mix it with purpose.” – Kent

“Spotlight Media is constantly growing and changing. In 2010, there was 1 employee. Now look at our team! All our employees come from a wide range of backgrounds and each offers unique skills that help the Spotlight Media team become even stronger and more well-rounded.” – Drago

Originally from the south side of Chicago, spent two years in and out of the NFL, and now publish magazines, build retail brands, build e-commerce stores and consider myself a serial entrepreneur in the place I call home: Fargo, North Dakota.

Go Bison!

– Learn about our company at: http://www.spotlightmediafargo.com
– Read our magazines at: issuu.com/fmspotlight
– Come eat a burger at our restaurant this year: http://www.herdandhorns.com
– Our other sites include: fargomonthly.com, bisonillustrated.com, designandlivingmagazine.com, fargoinc.com

Email me if you need anything or just want to arm wrestle. – drago@spotlightmediafargo.com

I am Shawn Weyer, owner of Weyer-For-Hire of Fargo LLC. Prior to opening my business in Fargo, I mentored under my father for over 12 educational years of tackling all project types- everything from removing rubber from large tanks followed by spray applications, to custom painting interior and exteriors of multi-million dollar homes.

While painting full time, I continued my education and graduated from North Dakota State University with a business degree, as well as completing the pre-requisites for chiropractic school.  After being accepted to Northwestern school of Chiropractic in Minneapolis/St.Paul, I made the decision to continue the painting business I had started in Fargo.

Continuing this business was the right decision.  With steady growth and a brand based on precision, detail, experience, integrity and skill, Weyer-For-Hire of Fargo LLC takes pride in being the growing household name for your go-to full service painting business in the Fargo, ND and surrounding areas.

Contact us today for a free estimate on your next residential or commercial painting project!

Weyer-For-Hire of Fargo LLC  is a professional painting and staining business located in Fargo, ND.

We finish both on site and in our spray shop. With over 4,000 square ft. of shop space and an in-house spray booth, we can service all your painting and staining needs.  From millwork packages to cabinets and doors, we finish almost all types and sizes of projects.

Whether you own a turn-of-the-century historical home, new construction, an apartment complex, warehouse, retail store, barn, house, deck , hotel and so forth, Weyer-For-Hire can service all your painting needs!

We are a 2nd generation painting business recreating and expanding on a family business established over 15 years ago.  We are proud to continue and individualize a brand of excellence in painting services that only comes with experience, skill and precision.

Art is an entrepreneur with over 30 years of success in business buying & selling, commercial real estate, investment consulting, and venture capital. He will assist you in locating specific business opportunities in any industry and guide you to a successful outcome.

Art is a highly accomplished Senior Executive and Entrepreneur with more than 25 years of success in the venture capital (verticals), commercial real estate, development, and management consulting. Leveraging extensive experience as a licensed real estate agent in North Dakota and Minnesota and managing venture capital funds and real estate holdings, Art is a valuable asset for startups to small companies seeking expert experience with audit committees, finance, various hybrids of equity (reverse mergers, straight-line debt), cash flow, or investor relations. His key areas of expertise include leadership development, venture capital management, problem-solving, strategy, and anything real estate, including multifamily, retail, commercial, 1031 exchanges, land development, and sales.

Free Poker Network, Inc. Marketing and promotions specializing in free-to-play Texas Holdem for bars/restaurants nationwide, over 250 locations. More than $1 million in prizes including 100+ World Series of Poker bracelet event seats have been given away since 2005.

FPN Gaming North Dakota licensed distributor of gaming supplies including exclusive pull tab games, electronic pull tab gaming systems, blackjack tables and supplies, custom prize boards, LED display cases, bingo, Dakota Poker Tour live streaming events, and other services for the purpose of raising funds for North Dakota charitable organizations. Secretary, North Dakota Council for Charitable Gaming.

Limo Leader, Inc. is a reservation / event management system with integrated mobile app for small to mid size operators in the limousine and party bus transportation industry.

Fargo Party Ride Limo service began January 2009 specializing in unique Limo Bus/Party Buses for wedding transportation, bachelor/bachelorette parties, casino runs, Vikings ticket+transportation packages and more. Eight (8) unique vehicles to choose from.

Powerplay DJ, Inc. Mobile disc jockey service providing entertainment for all occasions in the upper midwest with home office in Fargo and 2nd office in Bismarck. Performed for 77 weddings in August 2014. Servicing over 500 clients annually. DJ, Karaoke, Video, Trivia and related services. 13 sound & light shows plus 3 photo booths.

Fastball Productions Developing sports-related solutions for the Joomla market. Specializing in baseball team/league websites and the world’s only commercial Joomla extension specifically for baseball webmasters. Added Football and Basketball extensions.

As a Human Resource Consultant and former health insurance executive Kim brings 30 years of sales, management and employee benefits experience to business owners and executives. Kim brings an insightful strategic and practical implementation talent to clients that are challenged, overwhelmed and even non-compliant in the complex world of Human Resource Management. His question-“How is your HR Model serving your business purpose and do you need to reinforce, rethink or reinvent your current approach”-has served clients around the region.

Kim is the founder and CEO of Human Resource Management Group, LLC, a human resource consulting and outsourcing firm here in Fargo.

HRMG provides all the functions usually associated with a traditional in-house human resource department. Businesses view human resources outsourcing and consulting as a strategic tool that relieves them of human resource responsibilities and enable them to focus on what they do best. In addition to allowing you to concentrate on your core business activities, outsourcing provides some key benefits, including: skilled professionals focused on human resources, reduce and manage operating costs and improving employee relations.

Feel confident that you are in compliance and adhering to the latest laws and regulations with HRMG’s assistance while keeping you up-to-date and freeing you from having to stay on top of these ever changing issues.

Specialties: Retirement Plans, Health and Welfare Benefits, Negotiating, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Managing Client Relationships, Safety Analysis

Panelist at The Executives’ Club Luncheon; CYA Cover Your Assets, November 15, 2017

Rich has been with T.R.S. Industries since it was established in 1983. He is also a sales associate and marketing manager. You can find him at the trade shows that T.R.S. Industries attends.

T.R.S. Industries was started in 1983 in the garage of Roger Cossette. Roger’s wife Claudia and son Richard joined shortly after and the company continued to grow. Richard’s wife Joy joined the company along with their sons Shane and Bob. Tarp manufacturing equipment was also purchased as we continued to grow.

In 1989 the company expanded to the Fargo Industrial Park and built a building large enough to drive a Semi Truck or trailer into the shop for repairs and installations. In 1992 and 1995 we added to the existing building to more than double our space. In 2005 T.R.S. Industries expanded to add the Fabrics Division, which was located directly behind the existing building and used for new tarp production and custom covers.

In 2009, T.R.S. Industries added a new building which housed production and the majority of the offices. The new location was 1230 40th St N, Fargo, ND. T.R.S. still had their location at 4119 14th Ave N, which was used to house installation of tarps and repair on large truck tarps.

In 2013, T.R.S. Industries added 36,000 square feet onto their new building, which increased manufacturing space to 69,000 square feet. This new addition was used to house all of the employees under one roof, in order to serve customers more efficiently. T.R.S. manufactures many of the parts for Roll Tarp Systems and stocks a wide selection of replacement tarps, lumber tarps, and steel tarps.

a brief video history

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The Howe’s saw a unique opportunity to give back to a college and community, which has had such an impact in their lives.

Jim and Gwen Howe both grew up on farms in North Dakota, Jim in Casselton and Gwen in Arthur and later in Kindred. Gwen graduated from NDSU in Child Development and Family Relations and worked at 1st Bank. Jim graduated from Iowa State in Farm Operations. He is the 4th generation running the family business, Howe Seed Farms.

The Howe’s believe that education is the key to success. They were fortunate enough to have their college paid for and could in turn pay for their two children’s college educations. Both of their children graduated from NDSU, Michael in Communications and Virginia in Pharmacy.

They know some students struggle to pay for college, especially single mothers, and they found a way to help. Jim and Gwen recently became involved with the Jerimiah Program, and wanted to tie this cause in with NDSU, the college that has become such an important part of their lives. It was a revolutionary thought to set up an Endowment where one of the requirements is to be actively involved in the Jerimiah Program in Fargo, North Dakota. This program provides support for single mothers and their children, to help transition them from poverty to prosperity, through a career-track college education. Gwen and Jim want to reward those that successfully move through this program, by ensuring a four-year college degree. Not only does their endowment provide scholarships in perpetuity, it gives back by helping two generations, the mothers, and their children who can now learn by example how to be successful.

Both feel their parents taught them so much in life, including the importance of community service. Jim and Gwen have enjoyed being involved at NDSU, Gwen being on the Alumni board for many years, and Jim being a trustee on the Foundation Board. They believe you don’t have to be a NDSU alumni to get involved, and you should use your money to do good things for others. They are excited to know they will be helping women obtain independence with the help of their scholarship.

Mr. Maring is a longtime entrepreneur with management experience in several diverse industries. He graduated Cum Laude from Concordia College, Moorhead, MN with a BA in Business Administration and Accounting with a minor in Spanish. Barry developed his financial skills as an auditor with KPMG in Minneapolis, MN and he passed the CPA exam the fall after graduation. Subsequently, Barry joined the North Dakota Department of Banking as a Bank Examiner. Barry began following his entrepreneurial spirit early in his career when he developed a quick-serve Italian restaurant and purchased and developed various restaurants. He is now with Sonmar Management and Right at Home in Fargo, ND.

Married 27 years to Elizabeth with a 22 year old son, Jack and a 20 year old daughter, Brooke. He enjoys golfing and relaxing at the lake in his free time.

Mike found meaningful work early in his career, but was constantly intrigued by how people engaged in their work and what led to team success. When teams were doing well, he noticed better communication and clear direction. When teams struggled, it was because they weren’t on the same page and they didn’t appreciate each other’s unique strengths and contributions.

He began reading and researching what impacts business success and found some common themes. People and healthy organizational dynamics (culture) are the primary drivers of success. Strategy matters but leadership is everything.

What was once simple intrigue, became the passion and the cornerstone for Sagency. When he founded Sagency in 2011, he was (and still is) eager to take on the challenge of guiding clients to achieve healthy growth.

Mike believes success and healthy growth always center around people:

• Leveraging the talent of people on a team to achieve bigger goals.
• Finding the right people.
• Developing the capabilities of people.
• Engaging people to create and execute plans to win.

“Our incredible team has a simple mission: We help leaders create a culture where everyone knows and does what it takes to win as a team. We take pride in being trustworthy guides. We’ve been there before, so we know the way to help you achieve healthy growth.” – Mike Meagher

I am at my best when I can help others and I feel valued. I enjoy a career that involves building relationships with people based on mutual respect and trust. I believe banking and finance go beyond the numbers and that in my profession I can make a positive difference in people’s lives. I look for opportunities that allow me to use my natural talents and gifts such as being well organized, accountable, and analytical ~ yet empathetic and genuine. I strive to be kind, helpful, educated, confident, free thinking, healthy, and graceful. My life’s journey involves God, family and friends and together, I hope for a lifetime of travel, culture and amazing life experiences.

Guiding You Through Your Business Life Stages | Fargo INC! Magazine, September 2020

Steve eats, sleeps and breathes small business financing!  He has been at the helm of Dakota Business Lending since 2010 after leading Prairieland CDC in Minnesota for 15 years. Knowledge of lending programs and strategy are definitely his forte.  Steve uses this experience for the betterment of the entire industry by serving on the National Association of Development Companies (NADCO) Board of Directors.  He has been involved with numerous committees to provide legislative advocacy and networking opportunities for small business development throughout the region.

With Steve in the lead, nobody gets left behind.  He is a trailblazer that ensures the whole team plays a vital role to our mission. He knows the value of the services that we offer and wants to ensure that all businesses have the opportunity to take advantage of these programs to help them achieve their dreams. He is a pioneer that is always looking for new and better ways to do what we do and have a broader impact on the success of those we serve.

President and CEO of Dakota Business Lending, which is a first-rate financing partner that can provide the momentum you need to start or grow your small business. What you might want to know about me is that my purpose is to challenge myself and others to be a better version of ourselves every day, in doing so, create a richer, more fulfilling experience of life.

John was raised in Walhalla, North Dakota, where he met his wife, Heather. They married in 2003 and now live in West Fargo with their two children, Noah and Emily, and their Golden Retriever, Kona. John enjoys West Fargo because its continual, steady growth offers abundant opportunities for its citizens. Outside of the office, John’s hobbies include traveling, golfing, cheering on the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Wild. He also spends time diving—he is a SCUBA certified Master Diver. Though his favorite book changes frequently, he currently cites “The Power of Positive Leadership” by Jon Gordon as his go-to read.

John took his first accounting class as a junior in high school and was immediately hooked. He went on to study accounting in college and started working as a professional in the field in 2003. John joined Brady Martz in 2019 via its merger with Fiebiger, Swanson, West & Co., PLLP (FSW). As the shareholder in charge of the firm’s Fargo office, John specializes in serving clients in the construction industry and ESOP-owned entities. He performs audits, reviews, and compilations of for-profit entities and also occasionally performs non-profit audits. With nearly two decades of experience under his belt, John is a valuable team member. He established his career with Eide Bailly before joining FSW as a senior associate in 2007. By the time FSW merged with Brady Martz, John was the firm’s managing partner.

A determined and driven professional, John’s personal philosophy of service is simple: “Do what is right.” In fact, his favorite quote is, “The definition of integrity is doing what is right, even when no one is watching.” John credits his success in the accounting field to a combination of hard work, determination, and the desire to provide greater financial security for others.

Designations & Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – North Dakota

Memberships

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• North Dakota CPA Society (NDCPAS)
• Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)
• Minot State University Alumni Association

Education

• Minot State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting (2003)

Dayna Del Val was born with tenacity and advocacy in her DNA. She sharpened those skills as President & CEO of The Arts Partnership (TAP) where she consistently and successfully advocates for the enduring power and value of the arts across every facet of the community. In her tenure, TAP has received the Governor’s Award for the Arts, The Differentiator Award from the Governor’s Main Street Initiative, the Pineapple Award from the FM Convention & Visitors Bureau and Dayna was awarded the Emerging Leader Award from the ND Association of Nonprofit Organizations.

With a vast portfolio of publications, including a multi-year, monthly arts advocacy column for The Forum and more than 10 years writing the reflections end page for Inspired Home magazine, as well as TEDx, Creative Mornings Fargo and Ladyboss talks and a commencement address for MSUMoorhead, Dayna is equally at home in front of a screen or a live audience.

Never one to put on the brakes, Dayna has recently turned her advocacy efforts to inspiring people to pivot from failure and find joy on the other side through her blog extraordinaryextraordinary. She weaves stories and insights of being a young, single mom, of lessons learned in her professional role, of the complexities of middle-age and, most importantly, of the shared journey her husband Dr Mazz Marry and she took to joyfully restore their marriage and their lives after his near-death experience from alcoholism. They do the short, focused weekday daily livestream “Daily Dose of Dr Marry & DD” on Daily Dose’s Facebook page at 8:30am.

A life-long fighter, both for herself and of those in her sphere, Dayna’s core belief is that there is always more for anyone who’s willing to pursue it, and she’ll help you do it!

Tech Enthusiast. Design Junkie. UI Hacker. Crypto Learn-it-All. GIS Lover. 107 Remote Pilot.

Lake Agassiz Development Group has been helping ambitious, hard-working North Dakotans for more than 40 years. LADG is comprised of four organizations with one staff to fulfill our clients’ needs.

Lake Agassiz Regional Council (LARC)

Originally an outgrowth of the USDA Resource Conservation and Development Program, the Lake Agassiz Regional Council began as a regional economic development resource for Cass, Ransom, Richland, Sargent, Steele and Traill Counties. In 1975, the U.S Department of Commerce designated these six counties as an Economic Development District, which enabled LADG to access federal funding for planning and public works projects. The district also manages the HUD Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program.

Lake Agassiz Regional Development Corporation (LARDC)

After years of success helping communities, the Lake Agassiz Regional Council formed the Lake Agassiz Regional Development Corporation in 1987. The new entity soon opened the Regional Small Business Center in downtown Fargo to provide office space and financial resources to help entrepreneurs get their businesses up and running. Lake Agassiz Regional Development Corporation further expanded its resources for new and growing businesses by adding lending to its list of services including the SBA Microloan Program, the USDA Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program and the USDA Intermediary Relending Program.

In cooperation with local investors, Lake Agassiz Regional Development Corporation has also developed senior housing in Wahpeton, Lisbon, Hope and Page. These facilities provide seniors an opportunity to find comfortable housing and remain in their communities. They also provide an opportunity for young working families to purchase affordable single-family homes from the seniors who are moving into the facilities.

Lake Agassiz Certified Development Company (LACDC)

Lake Agassiz Certified Development Company was created in 2005 to manage the SBA 504 Program. This program offers long-term, fixed-rate financing in conjunction with a lead lender for owner occupied real estate or equipment purchases. An 18-member board comprised of area business, banking, government and community leaders oversees the SBA 504 Loan Program.

WHO I AM:
As founder of Traction Planning , my passion is to help entrepreneurs and their leadership teams succeed in every aspect of business. This is my driving focus and what truly sets me apart. When I partner with a client, I am fully invested in them. This bond, fueled by my personal values of hard work and integrity, drives this passion to serve my clients with a relentless energy that encompasses more than three decades of leadership, coaching, and facilitation experience.

WHAT I DO:
As a Certified EOS® (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Implementer, I help entrepreneurs and their leadership teams take control of their organizations by aligning vision, people and process. EOS is a transformational system that helps small to mid-sized organizations create healthy, strong, cohesive leadership teams. With every client, my goal is the same: to help leaders master the EOS Process™ to get all that they want from their organizations to become stronger, more focused and more effective.

MY EXPERIENCE:
I have a unique ability to understand the challenges of management and know what it takes to run an organization, having served inside organizations in a wide variety of positions, including President, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Vice President of Planning and Development, Vice President of Development, Consulting Manager, and Sales Representative with industry-leading companies.

I have also served alongside numerous organizations and their leadership teams as advisor, coach, and facilitator. I have worked extensively with both for-profit and non-profit entities.

MY PROMISE:
Are you running your business or is it running you? If you are an entrepreneur and want to get more out of your business and reach new levels of growth and success, let me help you implement a holistic system to make you strong in all Six Key Components of business™. It’s guaranteed.

For Nelson, the challenge of running and sustaining the longest-running business in North Dakota can be a little daunting.

“It scares me to death. What was the vision of Fred Knight? What was the vision of Steve Gorman? What was the vision of the people that ran the company before, and are we still holding on to that vision?” Nelson often asks himself. “Our predecessors, that stuff means a lot. We have a vision, but the company has a lot of history. I think you need to respect that.”

Knight Printing in Fargo occupies a 37,000 square foot production facility and employs over 40 people — the backbone of the award-winning company.

Image Printing in Bismarck occupies a 31,000 square foot production facility and employs over 40 people, many of whom are working stockholders.

Outstanding Products! Extraordinary Customer Service!

Total Imaging –
My goal is to provide the absolute best quality products to my customers at great prices while providing extraordinary customer service. I work with clients to discover the best solutions for them. From promotional products to embroidered, screen printed or otherwise decorated clothing, I want to make sure we have the right product and that we do it right. I can and do assist clients with finding the right product to market their products and brand their business.

Rapid Refill Ink –
My business education and over 40 years of experience in management, business, electronics repair, computer hardware including printers, copiers and information technology, means I understand the needs of business to have the correct solutions. For more than 18 years i have been helping clients find the right products for their printers. Whether it is toner, ink, ribbons, service, or replacement printers I find clients the correct solution for their printing situation everyday. Most of the time that solution will save them 30 to 50 percent or more.

Paul Bougie, Founder and President of House of Bouge, is a native of Fargo, North Dakota; therefore, he has a vast networks and deep connections to the area. He prides himself on relationship building, helping others, and he enjoys sharing his talents throughout the community. Paul attended Shanley High School and North Dakota State University, where he studied communications & theater. During that time, he discovered his path to the mic and joined the team at the campus radio station, KDSU. His passion for radio and media was born.

​That energy and enthusiasm only grew as he cultivated a following in broadcasting and media over 30+ years and work at K-100, Lite Rock 105, Froggy 99.9 as Tad Pole, The Box 101.9, 95.1, KFGO, AM1100. Paul was not only in front of a mic or an audience, he immersed in all areas of the industry behind the scenes as well. He honed his marketing skills with creative advertising, building marketing plans for radio, and assisting clients with some planning for other media. As broadcasting changed, Paul sought the opportunity to work with other creative arenas and joined the diverse team at Spotlight Media. With all of the knowledge and experience in the wide platform of media/marketing types, his experience pointed him in the direction of growth and entrepreneurism.

His passion for building the message and his understanding of the power of in-house work and out-of house collaboration for a client led him to the creation of House of Bouge. Paul’s connection to community continues in event work and has even been seen in the area with the mic in hand hosting and emceeing events such as Bison Bidders Bowl, FM Raise Your Spirits, and many others. Paul is also a member of the band the Front Fenders, which has a strong local following for “bringing the fun”. That doesn’t stop there, he is often recognized for his work in commercials for Tailgators as the Viking donning braids and sarcasm highlighting the Viking-Packer-Bears rivalry. The bottom line is that Paul seizes opportunities to connect to community and help you and your business be its best while enjoying the process and sharing in the fun.

• Jan2019 Executive Expo opening speaker You vs Them

Patrick Kirby is the Founder of Do Good Better Consulting and a believer that “we’ve always done it this way” is the most dangerous phrase in the English language.

Patrick has spent over a decade working in nearly every capacity in the nonprofit industry, for organizations of all shapes and sizes, and strives to ‘Do Good Better’ every day. From organizing $10,000 cure walks to $1 million galas, Patrick’s passion lies in creating creative solutions to make fundraising less boring.

He cut his donor relations/fundraising teeth as the Alumni Coordinator at the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, MN, before trying his hand as a manufacturing sales rep to companies such as Target and Best Buy. Tired of being yelled at for uncontrollable international shipping issues in both English and Chinese, Patrick re-joined the world of nonprofit work as the Sr. Development Director at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation MN/Dakotas Chapter before taking the Chief Development Officer position at the Anne Carlsen Center.

He earned his B.A. in “B.S.” (politics) at Loras College in Dubuque, IA, and is hopelessly addicted to super nerdy Sci-Fi/Fantasy novels and old school SquareSoft ® RPG Nintendo games. Patrick married out of his league to his wife Shannon, has three ridiculously adorable children named Spencer, Preston and Willow, a chunky dog named Grover, and lives in West Fargo, ND.

• Author of Fundraise Awesomer!

Our primary mission is to assist North Dakotans with disabilities to improve their employment opportunities and to assist North Dakota businesses in finding solutions to their disability-related issues.

Through this “dual client” approach, we assist individuals with permanent injuries, illness, or impairments to achieve competitive employment and increased independence. We also assist business owners and employers through full service business consultation on a variety of business and disability-related areas.

DVR and the workforce development partners work closely with employers, businesses, and organizations in all North Dakota industries.

Through the building of this business network, our public workforce development partners are able to gain important business insights to meet the workforce needs of North Dakota businesses.

Our services to businesses include:

• Staffing help, like recruitment and retention
• Financial Incentives
• Accessibility and ADA Consultation
• Disability education and awareness training

Any legally operated and registered North Dakota business, non-profit organization, or government agency is eligible for DVR services. There are no costs associated with services except for those accommodations or modifications chosen as a result of DVR recommendations.

Business Financial Incentives

Business Training and Education

Business/Employer Champions

My passion for working with people, combined with creative design and technical expertise in everything I do assures you a well-designed, creative project. With over 30 years of design industry experience, I have extensive experience with cabinets, flooring, furniture, and draperies.

I bring to my clients an understanding of the construction process as well as trusted relationships with local contractors, trade partners, and architects. This unique combination will provide you with exceptional results.

When designing, I pay close attention to your needs and preferences. We will work together to create beautiful functional spaces that perfectly reflect your personality and compliment your lifestyle.

I believe in giving back to our community and am passionate about helping those less fortunate. I am actively involved at my Church as well with FM Home Builders Association, Rotary International and Rebuilding Together. Serving others has become a cornerstone value that Design Direction’s success has been and will continue to be built on.

A Fargo resident, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

• Faces of Fargo Business | Fargo INC!

WHAT I DO: I help business’s give back to employee’s by collaborating to create amazing events.

WHO I WORK WITH: I partner with CEO’s and HR departments to create fun events that employee’s will want to be part of.

WHY IT WORKS: When you partner with Harmon Entertainment, your events will run smoother than ever before. We know how to create an event people will talk about for a very long time.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT: What makes us different is we are not “just music”. We are event planners, MCs, lighting designers, dance instructors, fun instigators, and DJ’s. We will help plan your event to make it the best ever! We have been planning parties and celebrations since 2008, and have performed at over 1000 events.

WHAT OTHERS SAY:

“Harmon Entertainment is so professional! From the first meeting to the end of your event, they are invested to make your event successful.”

“Hiring a great MC/DJ is a gift you give back to your employee’s. You will not be disappointed with your investment with Harmon Entertainment”

HOW IT WORKS: We start with a free consult (Phone, Video, or in Person) to determine your wants and needs and tell you about what could be possible at your event. Then we create a personalized quote based on your event.

READY TO TALK? Reach out to me directly here on LinkedIn, email me at daveharmon1@gmail.com, visit us online at http://www.harmonentertainment.biz, or call me direct at 701-730-0054.

This is my story…

My love for music started at an early age. My father was a professional musician so music was always a part of my life as long as I can remember. When I was 8 years old my dad created the “Harmon Family Band” with my 3 brothers and sisters and mom. I sang and played the base guitar. We practiced all summer long and at the end of the summer we went on a 10 stop tour across the west coast ending at Disneyland. It is one of the best memories of my childhood. I believe this early involvement in music helped me to develop my rhythm which carried into being a better dancer and DJ.

In the fall of 1996, I was attending NDSU and took a “social dance” class as one of my electives. In that class I learned the basics of swing, country two step, and waltz… but my favorite was swing. I would tear up any dance floor I could with friends doing all sorts of cool swing moves. In 1998, the big swing craze hit and every time I went out dancing I would get a handful of people wanting to know how I learned to dance and they asked to show them how I did certain moves. Shortly thereafter in January 1999, I started Harmon DanceWorks and taught my first swing class. I have been teaching 3 to 4 dance classes per year ever since. I had also been DJing swing events regularly and doing dance performances from 1999 until 2008.

In 2008, I got married to my lovely wife Allison and planned my own reception which included a reception dance lesson and choreographed first dance. Many of our guests told us it was the best wedding reception they had ever been to. I had been to other receptions in the past and knew I could do a better job than most DJ’s I had seen. A month after I was married, Harmon DanceWorks starting booking wedding receptions and we have been growing every year since.

Hope to see you soon!

Speaker, Community Builder, Way maker.

Peter grew up on a fourth generation family farm in Kulm, ND. In his past lives he has picked rocks, ran a seed dealership, and implemented ERP software at ag companies across North America. “Implemented ERP software” is a fancy way of saying he helped busy men and women who didn’t know what Windows was learn how to use computers to run a business on one. 

Peter is the co-founder of Genesis Feed Technologies, a mobile platform for the animal feed industry. When he’s not in front of his computer he likes to spend time with his wife and three girls. In the remaining hour of the month he will sometimes read a book or workout.

Peter is Founder and Organizer of the International Potluck, who’s mission is to “Connect people through food and storytelling.”

EPIC Companies is a real estate investing and development firm based out of West Fargo, ND. We take pride in our property management, capital investment and real estate development.

We are a small company with an aspirational vision for the future.

Our focus is on developing commercial rentals with office and retail space, industrial rentals, and multi-family spaces.

The sky is the limit.

Working hard to develop real estate projects, offer investors high returns, and create long-lasting relationships. Offering investors return on their capital through debt and equity real estate investment opportunities.

EPIC Companies seeks to achieve superior risk-adjusted returns through the new construction of mixed-use buildings in secondary markets in the upper Mid-West. EPIC’s projects range from $3-20M with 25% allocated to commercial space (usually first floor) while the upper floors are dedicated to multi-family housing.

Matt is the CEO of Be More Colorful, LLC. Matt’s background includes years of experience finding creative ways to reduce technical barriers faced by a broad customer base. His professional roles have included website merchandising, internet marketing analysis, programmer/analyst, mathematics instructor and technical services manager. Matt describes himself as a lifelong student who loves to learn and apply new concepts in creative and innovative ways. He is passionate about using 360° photography and real-world virtual reality to create a culture of increased curiosity and appreciation of all the world’s amazing places… and to demonstrate that many of these places are hiding in our own communities.

Katie Chaussee is the creative mind behind Be More Colorful. Born and raised in the Fargo-Moorhead area, she earned a bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Art from NDSU. Katie loves all things artistic and has significant experience in digital media, office management and customer service relations. Her experience and education combined with her aptitude for visual arts are some of our most valuable assets at Be More Colorful.

Our Vision

At Be More Colorful, we help businesses incorporate the thrill of virtual and augmented reality in promoting their locations to help them get the right customers on site faster.

• Fargo INC, Jan. 2020 | This VR Company Is Changing How ND Is Developing Its Workforce

• CareerViewXR career awareness/workforce development project video

As a business owner, I know the importance of productivity & trust. We pride ourselves on allowing our commercial accounts to focus on the details of their business operations day to day & not cleaning. We understand that every one of your customers matter and your business space & its cleanliness reflects that. We know that you get one impression when a potential client walks through your doors & we don’t want you to have to worry about whether the sale is ruined by dust, or dirt. Business owners love that they can leave that to us.

We offer a 100% guarantee or we will clean it again.
DUST SETTLES…. WE DON’T!

To get a easy, quick fast free quote take advantage of user friendly website with a built in quote tool. Instant quotes – no waiting to hear back. You select the service of cleaning you need. There are other convenient options to add if you need your windows, basement cleaned & many more – Customized to fit your needs.

If you’d like a customized quote over the phone give me a call.

Our cleaning services gives you a great cleaning experience and a standardized process EVERY-TIME, but we are more than happy at creating a custom cleaning program to meet your needs. Just let us know and we will be more than glad to help you. We really are dedicated to making your life better & easier.

Call me and see why we’re being referred!

– Sandra Vigen, Owner and CEO (701) 371-7889

I am passionate about leading people and movements that change peoples lives and communities.

One of the greatest joys in life is seeing peoples lives changed. How they grow and how the community grows because of the message is an incredible journey that I dedicate my life to.

About Friends of the Children. Our model is distinct, courageous and proven. We have redefined the youth mentoring field by creating the first and only long-term professional mentoring program in the country. Our Friends are experts in building sustained and nurturing relationships with youth. We specialize in working with youth who have faced a lot of adversity. We have the data to show that it’s real and it works.

ONE We select children who could most benefit from a relationship with a long-term professional mentor.

TWO We hire and train full-time paid professional mentors called Friends.

THREE We commit for the long term.

FOUR Our work is relationship-based, individualized and intentional.

FIVE We work with youth in school, at home and in the community.

SIX We evaluate, measure and improve.

‘We have the largest selection of certified pre-owned phones in the area, and we also carry the highest quality replacement parts available. We are a husband wife team that actually seems to work pretty well together :)” – Miranda

Wordwork operates upon the premise that audiences cannot be convinced, they must agree to be won. This perspective and its effectiveness counter the norm and make Wordwork a pioneer in strategic communication. It’s an unrivaled resource for making your message matter.​

What messages do you need? You tell me. Then we’ll engage unique, though proven constructs to formulate content and strategies that create opportunities for audiences to understand you and why you’re relevant and important.​

Medical issues and traumatic losses have impeded my own career, but I refuse to forfeit my expertise, experience, or abilities to them. Wordwork is my platform to perform and persevere as a:

• ​Writer – engaging my pen so you needn’t worry about the power in yours

• Strategist – enlightening audiences to how you can fulfill their needs.

• Pathfinder – enabling you to identify, seize, and optimize opportunities.

• Advocate – enhancing revenue, membership, and enthusiasm for your cause.

• Advisor – educating others how to communicate potently.

​Collaborative service and your interests drive this business.  You just don’t get that kind of service anymore – unless you work with Wordwork.

​Let’s work together!

Lioness Creative, LLC is a strategic, problem-solving consulting firm that utilizes design-thinking and creativity-generating techniques to address immediate “pain-points” and long-term plans for individuals, businesses, non-profits, and social-entrepreneurial ventures.

We are your trusted consultants, advisors, strategists, outsource destination, and action leader/manager in the development of solutions that capture efficiencies and expand capacity, results, impacts, and your bottom line.

We empower you and your team through custom engagement and idea generation that focuses energy on inspiration to actuality for both individuals and organizations.
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We assist you and/or you organization efficiently, effectively, and innovatively so you can do what you do best—your passion and your purpose.

Jackson Strom discovered a love for drawing at a young age while growing up in rural South Dakota. In addition to working on the farm, he built homes with his Dad during the summer, and poured concrete for a local contractor. He often looks back to the experience he gained during those years to assist in his current design outlook.

Jackson earned his Master’s Degree in Architecture from North Dakota State University while working for one of the premier architecture firms in the region. During this time, his growing interest in design led him to spend his free time studying architecture, and growing his knowledge of the profession. These experiences would lead him to become a design principal in a regionally renowned and award-winning firm.

With over a decade of experience, Jackson’s passion for the profession led him to found Strom Architecture. Outside of the office, Jackson loves to spend time with his wife, Lindsey, and their son, Sully. Click here to read a recent interview Jackson did in regards to starting Strom Architecture.

To contact Jackson directly, reach him through email at jackson@stromarch.com

I get the whole agricultural picture. I am not just another sales person trying to make a buck.

As a working farmer, Realtor, Accountant, MBA, and Graduate of Western College of Auctioneering in Montana, I’m educated and armed to better assist you and your family in legacy and disposition of assets.

I lead our sales, programming, on-air, and branding efforts, and just about anything else needed to run a small business. Everything we do well is thanks to God and a tremendous team of gifted people.

Fieldstone Group | As with most good things, it started in the country. Steve Hallstrom and Scott Hennen, owners of Fieldstone Group, grew up in rural communities where farm fields were dotted with nearby stone piles. These piles came from the rock that had been removed from the fields by hand, to allow the seed growing underneath to flourish.

That’s the idea behind Fieldstone Group. When a stone is removed from farm fields, there is growth and health. Today the stone we remove allows companies and organizations to reach new levels of significance and prosperity. These “stones” take many shapes: reputational damage, brand issues, unfounded narratives, sales declines, and organizational obscurity.

That’s where we come in. Fieldstone Group is a full service creative and strategic partner. We can work with your top executives to establish organizational strategy, or simply carry out your plans and ideas. Either way, we’ll give you advice backed by decades of experience and know how.

• Fargo INC! interview – Nov. 2018: Check One, Check Two

Creative video marketing designed to give brands their EDGE.

Joe is from St. Paul, Minnesota. He attended Minnesota State University Moorhead studying finance & marketing. Joe was very active on campus as a football player and part of many student organizations. He racked up 6 internships for various positions by his junior year which became boring to him so he started Advertise Edge in 2017. Joe holds many roles within Advertise Edge but his main responsibility is building a culture where creativity thrives.

At Advertise Edge, we apply our experience and creativity to make your brand come alive on screen. We help businesses communicate authentically and effectively through video. We work with companies across the Midwest, the US and the World, creating a message that is communicated clearly.

A message where your audience sees you in the best light. We believe in creating partnerships with our clients and guide them through all aspects of corporate video production process.

Chezy!

Hi, my name is Joe Tjosvold (Chez-vold) and I’m an award-winning director for another video advertising agency called, Advertise Edge.

In 2020, I was having a conversation with one of my longest-standing clients and mentors, Mark Teckenburg. He said, “Joe, your videos are great, but I need consistent content and simply put I can’t spend thousands for every video my company needs. You know the process of producing videos and I challenge you to be more innovative and fill a void for small businesses with high-quality videos but at a fraction of the price.” After months of testing and refining new processes, Chezy was born!

Transformational business leader with over 20 years’ experience helping companies bridge the gap between organizational strategy and operational excellence through effective project portfolio management. As servant leader, I excel at building innovative and dynamic teams that deliver business value. I have a passion for creating a vision and purpose for team members so combined talents drive results.

Experience has taught me my professional values come down to the following:
– I don’t want credit for successes; that’s reserved for the team and the company
– A is for Accountability; I hold myself accountable and hold others accountable as well
– Though I have big ideas, I excel in execution
– I run towards fires
– I’m calm amongst chaos
– Communication is my customer service, and it’s market driven
– Conflict is a “growth industry” and I don’t shy away from it
– I’m known as a “smoke jumper” and can parachute into tough situations and turn them around

I enjoy meeting people and making professional connections. Please reach out to me if you’d like to talk Project/Program Management, creating an impactful culture, or triathlons.

Dagger Machinery is primarily engaged in the restoration and management of equipment. Powered by AUCTIONTIME, we have one of the largest global audiences. We buy, sell, rent and provide auction services for a wide variety of equipment.

Erik is also Founder of

• Blue Line Walleye Tournament
• EJ Contract Employment
• Serve-All Fargo/Moorhead

We are looking for gently used upscale consignments, we are not a thrift store and may not accept everything that comes through our door but you can always be guaranteed that you will find something interesting in our store. We take most consignments on a 90 day contract so our inventory is always changing. See our consignment page.

We refinish, repair, repurpose and generally reimagine furniture pieces. You know the piece you have out in the garage because it didn’t match or it was broken? Bring it to us and you will want to bring it back into the house when we are done. From scratches to broken corners, from missing trim to peeling veneer, we can repair your favorite pieces as well. We have not met a challenge we won’t try yet….see our furniture restoration page.

We also give space for local artisans to sell their work. We look for unique and interesting locally made items that will have a home in our shop for 120 days. Please send photos of your work to consignfargo@gmail.com for more information.

Please reach out with questions or to schedule an appointment. Note: We are not accepting consignments until early 2021 – but may still have room for some furniture projects until we launch.

Dr. Shelley is the owner of Killdeer Vet Clinic and State Ave Vet Clinic.

Dr. Shelley earned her Ph.D. in pharmacology from University of Pennsylvania in 1996. She earned her DVM degree from Ohio State University in 2001. She worked as an equine vet at the prestigious Hagyard-Davidson-McGee in Lexington, KY until 2004. Realizing her vocation in life is to bring quality and accessible veterinary care to rural areas,  she moved to the Great Plains and also began to work internationally serving the underserved.

She also is the founder of Sustainable Vets International, a 501c3 nonprofit international organization whose mission is to ‘reduce animal suffering globally’. When she’s not working she enjoys a simple life in her straw-bale house reading.  Travel to Nicaragua keeps Dr. Shelley on the run.  She is currently not seeing medical appointments so she can focus her clinic on Ometepe Island in Nicaragua, sharing her sustainable growing project with those in Uganda, Africa and educating others on personal health and wellness, which contributes to easing animal suffering internationally.

Her belief is ‘Wellness starts at home’.

My name is Shaun Engelsrud and I am a Water Professional with Dakota Water Conditioning in West Fargo, ND. I grew up in Detroit Lakes, MN, where I was active in sports, hunting, summer and winter activities. I have been in the FM area for over 20 years and so happy to be apart of this thriving community.

Dakota Water Conditioning is locally owned FULL service water management company and we specialize in all types of water issues, whether it’s Iron, Hardness, Chlorine/Chloramine, “Rotten Egg” smell, Arsenic, Tannins, Bacteria, etc. we can fix it. We carry over 20 products that will provide perfect water for any situation. Our residential softeners and drinking water systems come with a 5 year warranty and we stand behind everything we install.

Whether it’s new construction, a remodel, seasonal, or commercial, our softeners and treatment systems can handle it.

We carry and install a line of commercial softeners and filtration systems that can handle any application. Whether it be farm operations, boilers, apartment buildings, hotels, hospitals, restaurants, car washes, salons, etc. our systems can be sized and set to provide perfect water for your needs

I would be more than happy to answer any questions and provide a free water analysis to anyone who is wondering about their water, I can be reached at 701-552-0969 or dakotawaterpro@gmail.com. http://www.dakotah2o.com

Additional Companies: The Water Minion – portable

Mike took over the CEO position at Robert Gibb & Sons in August 2020, after spending 9 years at Spectrum Aeromed as VP Director of Production and Project Manager.

Mike has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from NDSU and Masters of Business Administration from the University of Mary. He also serves on the Board of Directors with Impact Dakota, who’s Mission is to positively impact business results of manufacturers and other industries.

Robert Gibb & Sons is a leading full-service mechanical contractor in the Midwest specializing in plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services.

The company was founded in 1915 by the late Robert Gibb Senior, who immigrated to the United States from his native Scotland. Born and raised in an industrial community, his interests and talent directed him toward a career in the mechanical industry. Following World War II, Mr. Gibb’s four sons joined him in the business, accelerating the expansion and diversification of the firm.

Today, the Gibb company remains a family-run corporation, with two of Robert Gibb’s grandsons as the owners. With multi-million dollar commercial and industrial construction projects, the people at Robert Gibb & Sons understand that excellence isn’t just a goal, it’s a responsibility.

Indoor air quality has never been more important than today.

What if there was a no-maintenance system that could virtually eliminate pollutants, dust, dander, pollen, smoke and even pathogens such as mold, viruses and bacteria in your space quietly and efficiently? A system that reduced SARS-Cov-2 in a lab test by 99.9% in 30 minutes?

Check with Robert Gibb & Sons to learn more about the GPS NPBI Bipolar Ionization unit which can increase the filter efficiency of your existing HVAC system by 4-5 MERV levels.

Josh Hutchins was born in Wisconsin and moved to Rochester, MN after meeting his now wife Stephanie.

His career with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK started in 2014 in Rochester, MN. He started on the trucks as a driver and worked many different positions before moving his family to the Fargo area and opening TWO MEN AND A TRUCK- Fargo.

Josh is a husband and father of two. When he is not in the office or building work relationships, he can be found in the hunting blind or ice fishing shanty.

Josh’s favorite thing about TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is the sense of family throughout the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK system and especially his franchise. Josh’s biggest word of advice for customers is to start the planning process early to ensure there are no surprises.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® started in the early 1980s as a way for two brothers to make extra money while they were in high school. Now, 30 years later, the company has grown to more than 350 locations worldwide.

Brothers Brig Sorber and Jon Sorber started moving people in the Lansing area using an old pickup truck. They had their mom, Mary Ellen Sheets, develop a logo to put in a weekly community newspaper. That stick-men logo still rests on every truck, sign and advertisement.

That first truck Sheets bought in 1985 has now multiplied into a fleet of more than 2,800 trucks. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is the nation’s largest franchised local moving company. Customers benefit from having trained, uniformed movers who are insured and bonded to handle any home and business moving tasks.

The company has come a long way – and logged a lot of miles – since Sheets sketched the first “stick-men.” The TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® system continues to pave the way for future growth and innovation, while remaining rooted in the core principles of exceeding customers’ expectations.