Don has worked with individuals and businesses for over thirty years and he brings a diverse background and broad experience to his clients. Don began his career as a personal trust officer working with individuals and families on estate planning, trust and investment issues. He then worked on individual and business retirement plans handling ERISA issues and investment management. Don has a business background and has held a Series 7 securities license, as well as, real estate and insurance licenses. Over his career Don has helped individuals, families and businesses grow and protect their assets, handling simple to complex personal and business issues.
Our one goal is to make your life better. Whether it is peace of mind from knowing that your family or business is protected, starting, expanding or selling your business, or protecting your rights and your property – we will stand with you to help you achieve your goals.
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
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!
Bob is a Fargo native, who graduated from Shanley High School and graduated from NDSU in 1968, majoring in business economics. Bob worked for Green Giant Co in Le Sueur MN for 4 years, before returning home to join the family business in 1972. Bob became CEO in 1987 and with his brother and the entire team, celebrated 100 years in business in 2015.
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.
Mike started with Magnum Electric in 2000 as a new graduate of MState Moorhead as an Apprentice Electrician and now holds the title of President of the company. He dedicated himself to his work, swiftly moving from an Apprentice to Journeyman then to Master Electrician. As a foreman in 2008 he was presented with an opportunity and become part owner of Magnum, the company that had helped build the foundation of his career.
He takes enormous pride in the personal relationships Magnum maintains with all of its customers and clients, even as the company has grown to over 200 employees across many states. He is extremely driven and is always looking for new and challenging opportunities to push Magnum forward and be the best in the industry.
Mike is from Ortonville, MN and now resides in West Fargo with his wife and their four children. He thoroughly enjoys hunting, fishing, and the outdoors!
Magnum Electric began operations March 25, 1989 in Moorhead, Minnesota with Dick Beaton and Tom Heng at the helm. Both owners raised the bar in the industry, and wanted customers and vendors to know that “We do quality work with quality materials”.
For over 20 years, they have successfully established and expanded business operations with the philosophy that “Quality doesn’t cost, it pays”, knowing that customers have higher expectations when it comes to quality and service.
Magnum Electric’s commitment to providing quality workmanship and service has built a solid reputation that continues today, as the company’s new leadership and ownership is smoothly being transferred to Clayton Schenck, Mike Graham and Scott Fougner.
The vision continues with outstanding leadership and unparalleled dedication to service, quality products and cost controls that best serves our valued customers. We take pride in the fact that we are able to meet project deadlines and take care of our customers in a timely, friendly and professional manner.
As an experienced team of electrical professionals, Magnum Electric has many longtime employees who understand the electrical industry inside and out. It is one of the many reasons why customers choose to work with Magnum Electric time and again.
We are also committed to continued education for our employees and apprentices. We provides apprentices the opportunity to receive paid training through the Independent Electrical Contractors Association
Magnum Electric has established itself as the industry leader in providing quality workmanship in wiring, installations and design services, and relies on its strong partnership alliances with the industry’s top organizations such as Minnesota Electrical Association, Independent Electrical Contractors, Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead and Fargo-Moorhead Electrical Industry Association.
- Jamestown College, BA, Business Administration & Communications
- 2018-20, HERO, Executive Director
- 2012-18, Eventide at Sheyenne Crossing, Executive Director
- 2004-12, Good Samaritan Society, Administrator
- Fargo West Rotary, President Elect
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.
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