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2017 State of TECHNOLOGY
Community Builders
Community Builders are a level of Premier Partner businesses committed to improving the area by investing in our programs and events.
THE CHAMBER STAFF
PRESIDENT FROM THE a note
Minnesota’s Legislative Session
I love Eggs & Issues events because of the timeliness of each month’s topic. In June, we hosted the second of our legislative wrap-ups, this time focusing on the session in Minnesota.
While it was a divided session, with 23 new legislators in the House and 21 in the Senate, they were able to come together for a successful conclusion for all Minnesotans.
Bill Blazer of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce opened the event. He discussed the state chamber’s four main priorities: business tax relief, creating health care options, stopping new workplace mandates, and transportation investments. All saw success except for passing Uniform State Labor Standards.
He also discussed the Real ID requirements, meaning Minnesota driver’s licenses will become federally compliant by 2020. One issue we’re watching locally that was also on the state chamber’s radar was affordable child care and housing—an area that
still has some work left. “Our one-word summary for the 2017 session was that it was successful,” he said. “The legislature made substantial progress toward the development and growth of the state’s economy.”
Sen. Kent Eken, Rep. Paul Marquart and Rep. Ben Lien also took the stage to share what they saw in the legislature. Eken expressed concern for higher education and not enough funding for long-term care. “We are facing demographic changes, the likes of which we’ve never seen in world history,” Eken said. “This is a major challenge and a daunting task, but we need to shine the spotlight on it.”
Marquart noted the difference a year makes, comparing last year’s absence of a tax bill and bonding bill. He also spoke to the first-ever student loan credit and the teacher shortage.
Lien commented on a tax bill for businesses on the MN/ND border, and his concern for student loan forgiveness, which he says is important
because student debt is a real crisis that is slowing economic growth.
One other victory was the Moorhead railroad underpass, which was a great example of teamwork from our lawmakers and our community members.
If you haven’t been to an Eggs & Issues before, I encourage you to check one out. I think it’s so important that our members take time to learn more about the issues that affect their businesses, their community and their lives, and this monthly forum does just that. Plus, it’s a great time to network over a delicious breakfast. I hope to see you soon!
Making a DIFFERENCE IN our metro
The Chamber draws on the diverse strengths and expertise of more than 2,100 public, private and non-profit member firms to advocate for a pro-business environment, educate the professional community and engage members in the pursuit of a prosperous region.
Premier Partners are an elite group of businesses that recognize the importance of economic development efforts and make a significant commitment to the health of the region. Premier Partners give above and beyond their initial Chamber dues investment through sponsorship and marketing dollars to support the work we do. Premier Partners fall into two levels: Community Builders and Business Builders.
In return for this increased support, Premier Partners receive a unique set of privileges and benefits that enhance their business. From increased exposure to heightened networking, Premier Partners gain access to an extensive network of businesses and professionals.
Through partnership with The Chamber and their fellow members, Premier Partners make a positive difference for our metro.
We are proud to call the following businesses our Business Builders
Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services
Avis Rent A Car
Concordia College
Dawson Insurance
Discovery Benefits
GOLDMARK Property Management
Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead
McGough Construction
Mortenson Construction
NDSU Research and Technology Park
ROERS
Vogel Law Firm
Walmart
West Acres Development, LLP
As we head into our 2017-18 fiscal year, it’s a great time to consider increased support through our Premier Partner program. To learn more about opportunities and specific benefits, contact Darren Dunlop at 218.359.0514 or ddunlop@fmwfchamber.com.
2017 State of TECHNOLOGY
-Technology from Every Corner of the State-
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
1 to 5 p.m.
Sanctuary Events Center
Presenters include ND Governor Doug Burgum; Betty Gronneberg from uCodeGirl; Brian Kalk from EERC; CoSchedule; Dr. Kelly Rusch from NDSU; the NDSU Innovation Challenge winners; and Seth Arndorfer from Dakota Carrier Network.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
SOCIAL SUPERSTAR
State of the Military
Tuesday, July 11
7:30 to 9 a.m.
Courtyard by Marriott
National security is a key component to the overall well-being of our nation. In ever-changing global times, it is important that our National Guard members are ready and prepared. We are fortunate to have such important military operations here in Fargo Moorhead West Fargo with the 119th Wing of the Air National Guard, the Happy Hooligans and the 141st MEB of the Army National Guard. These airmen and soldiers are essential not only to national defense, but across the state in times of crisis and natural disaster. With deployments happening and changes taking place, it is important that community members are informed so we can best support our co-workers, friends and family who serve in the National Guard.
Please join us as we host Major General Alan Dohrmann, Adjuntant General for the state of North Dakota, as he shares with us an update on the current happenings for military men and women of our region.
REGISTRATION (includes breakfast) Chamber Members: $30 in advance | $35 at the door Non-Members: $40 in advance | $45 at the door Register at fmwfchamber.com or by calling 218.233.1100.
Tuesday, August 1
7:30 to 9 a.m.
Courtyard by Marriott
Topics and Speakers TBD
Check our website for further details
Eggs & Issues events expose the community to expert speakers on timely topics about the issues affecting Fargo Moorhead West Fargo.
How to Retain Millennials
Many employers are struggling to attract and retain a qualified workforce, which made our June Business Training that much more relevant. Brein Haugen from Rasmussen College presented research into millennials, and Tamara Anderson of Dale Carnegie facilitated a panel discussion comprised of local working millennials to share their perspective.
According to Forbes, by 2020, 1 in every 3 adult Americans will be a millennial, and by 2025, 75% of the workforce will be millennials. There are many misconceptions out there regarding millennials, but it seems millennials are just misunderstood.
Millennials aren’t going away anytime soon, so understanding what motivates them is crucial for employers.
On the panel, Andrew Young, Hatch Realty, shared that flexibility goes a long way, and for him that means allowing work to happen when each individual is at their most efficient (for instance, working late or from home some days rather than a strict 8 to 5 schedule).
Culture is also a big factor for many millennials, and working in an environment where they feel heard, trusted and supported. They want good relationships with their supervisors, they want one-on-one meetings, and they want consistent feedback. They value open communication and mutual respect.
Our panel was slightly divided when it came to annual reviews, but most agreed that they’re not effective. Instead of going over a whole year at a time, they prefer in-themoment feedback in response to specific scenarios in which they excelled. Likewise, they want constructive criticism too, because they want to continually grow.
Millennials like challenges, and they like room to prove themselves. They want to try new things, and the trust to run with new ideas. Micromanaging does not align with this generation.
Millennials also value the ability to grow outside of the workplace. They’ll appreciate when employers encourage professional training, leadership opportunities or volunteer hours. They also tend to blend their personal and professional life, which goes beyond working late. They want to be social with their co-workers, so building in time for teambuilding or an after-work outing can go a long way.
Thank you to all our panelists for sharing so candidly with our attendees! Also featured was Kristina Hein, United Way of Cass-Clay; Alycia Peter and Mackenzie McFadden, Rasmussen College; Amanda Even, Dress for Success; and Tyler Fischbach, The Chamber.
Serving Customers in a Digital World
Tuesday, July 11
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holiday Inn Fargo
We live in an age where we rely heavily on technology for communication — email, instant messenger, social media, web applications and more. But our customers are still human. How do we put that human touch on the service we provide despite our digital delivery?
Join a panel of customer service enthusiasts from a variety of area organizations as they share their tips, tricks and what they have learned about providing excellent customer service in a digital world. We’ll hear from Ryan Aldrich from GoodBulb, Becky Moch from Sanford Health, Deanne Trieglaff from Swanson Health Products, and Mark Youngblood from Discovery Benefits.
This training qualifies for 2 CPE credits for the North Dakota CPA Society.
Preparing for the Active Shooter
Wednesday, August 9
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Courtyard by Marriott
The thought of an active shooter in our business or on our campus strikes fear. What motivates the shooter? How do we respond? Moorhead Police Department Lt. Chris Carey will deliver a presentation on the history of active shooters and the lessons we learned from past events.
What should you expect as a response from the police? Knowing the five stages of an active shooter can assist in prevention. Is your business or campus attentive to employee behavior and doing everything they can to prevent being a target? Do you know how to “harden a target”? Knowing when to run, hide or fight should be a part of every employer’s plan. If the time comes to fight, you will find your inner warrior. Does the media influence how we feel or how we prepare for an active shooter? This presentation will provoke emotion and emotion will provoke action. Be prepared!
This training qualifies for 2 CPE credits for the North Dakota CPA Society.
REGISTRATION (INCLUDING LUNCH)
Chamber Members: $27 in advance | $32 at the door Non-Members: $40 in advance | $45 at the door
Register at fmwfchamber.com or by calling 218.233.1100.
PROGRAM SPONSORS
YOUNGBLOOD
CAREY
MOCH TRIEGLAFF ALDRICH
CALENDAR OF EVENTS: JULY 2017
Eggs & Issues
State of the Military
Tuesday, July 11 | 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Courtyard by Marriott Fargo-Moorhead
Women Connect
Women Creating a New World Through Fearless and Passionate Leadership!
Tuesday, July 18 | 3:30 to 5 p.m. Sanctuary Events Center
Business Training
Serving
Tuesday, July 11 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holiday Inn Fargo
Chamber Challenge Golf Outing
Wednesday, July 12 | 12:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Edgewood Golf Course
Women Creating a New World Through Fearless and Passionate Leadership!
Tuesday, July 18
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Sanctuary Events Center
How do we answer the call of leadership, embrace our power as women leaders and live a fulfilling life at the same time? Whatever your leadership role, this session is for you!
We are living in extraordinary times. As women, we are not only being asked – but are expected – to step into numerous leadership roles like never before. It is crucial that we take our place at the table, the boardroom, the corner office or lead from wherever we are.
At this presentation, you will find out if you have any fears limiting your leadership so you can step up and lead fearlessly. Learn how to inspire, motivate and model what is possible for others. Redefine and reframe your leadership so that leading powerfully and authentically becomes natural. Learn how your inner resilience, authenticity and presence affect your leadership so you can lead from a point of fulfillment.
Nukhet Hendricks is a women’s leadership coach, founder of She Leads Fearlessly and executive director of Homeward Animal Shelter.
Please bring school supplies to donate to United Way.
In addition to the parking lot to the south of Sanctuary, the Roberts Commons Parking Garage is now open for use during Women Connect events!
The address is 217 Roberts St. N. Levels 2-7 are available for hourly parking. Parking is free for the first two hours and weekdays after 5 p.m.
Serving with Confidence: Making an Impact on a Board or in Public Service
Tuesday, August 22
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Sanctuary Events Center
Gender diversity is good for all, especially when it comes to leadership positions for women in corporate America. Whether on a board of directors or in a public service role, women bring value to the table – and to their companies and communities.
Gone are the days of the “male, pale and stale” leadership. Today we know that organizations function best when they accurately represent their jurisdictions, and that a diverse board is better positioned to thrive in today’s global economy.
But how can we as women add substantial value and not just be the token woman for a checklist? Here, we’ll discuss how you can step up and serve confidently. We’ll discuss how to find opportunities in our own community, how to break into these roles and how to effect positive change once you’re there.
We’ll also hear from an expert panel of local women who have served on boards, who will share their stories and offer attendees a look inside their roles.
Panelists include: Shara Fischer, chair of the City of Fargo Planning Commission; Michelle Lawson, Clay County Judge; Susan Mathison, MD, Catalyst Medical Center; and Shannon Roers Jones, attorney at ROERS and State Representative, District 46. Moderated by Lisa Borgen, American Crystal Sugar.
Please bring children’s books to donate to the Jeremiah Program.
REGISTRATION
Chamber Members: $25 in advance | $30 at the door Non-Members: $35 in advance | $40 at the door
Register at fmwfchamber.com or by calling 218.233.1100.
American Crystal Sugar Company | Bell Bank | Bremer Bank, N.A. | Choice Financial | Consolidated Communications
Dabbert Custom Homes | Delta by Marriott | Discovery Benefits, Inc. | Eventide Senior Living Communities
First International Bank & Trust | Gate City Bank | Heritage Homes, LLC/Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties | KLJ | Minnesota State University Moorhead | Network Center, Inc. | Otter Tail Corporation | Vogel Law Firm Wanzek Construction Inc. | Western State Bank
MATHISON ROERS JONES FISCHER LAWSON
HENDRICKS
YEA!: YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS
As we reflect on the successful completion of our second YEA! class and begin to plan for the 2017-18 year, we asked our recent YEA! graduates for their feedback as no one can promote this program better than those who have reaped its benefits! One common theme repeated among students was the positive impact our volunteer instructor, mentors and guest speakers had on everyone’s experience. This program wouldn’t be the success it is without the many volunteers who dedicated their time to helping our students and investing in the longevity of our thriving business community.
“Working with my mentor was an eyeopening experience. I’m glad I took advantage of the lessons he taught me.”
“One of my favorite parts was working with my wonderful mentor and getting to meet so many local business leaders. It was really cool to see how many resources there are for entrepreneurs in my community.”
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Interested in volunteering for next year’s class? Contact Katie at kralston@fmwfchamber.com.
“I got to meet some outstanding people from the community in YEA! and I wouldn’t trade that for the world. YEA! has been an amazing ride.”
2016-17 SPONSORS
BARBACOA | THE BOILER ROOM | TWIST American Crystal Sugar | Danielson Legal LLC Office Sign Company | Marco
“Josh and Katie were instrumental in my development as an entrepreneur. The knowledge I gained is invaluable.”
June’s Eggs & Issues examined the recent legislative session in Minnesota as we heard from an expert panel. For a recap of what happened and how it will affect us going forward, check out page 5.
Business Training last month was all about millennials and how employers can retain and engage this generation of workers. Tamara Anderson of Dale Carnegie and Brein Haugen of Rasmussen College hosted a stellar discussion, which also featured a panel of millennials who shared their perspectives.
In May, the YPN hosted another great Corporate Cup at MSUM – check out the winning teams and photos on page 18. Then last month we also welcomed new members and hosted a summertime picnic at Lindenwood Park.
LAST MONTH IN PHOTOS
Women Connect in May featured favorite presenters Tonya Stende of Dale Carnegie and Kristi Huber of United Way, who shared a number of practical tips with attendees for creating – and keeping – authentic relationships. Thank you to all who donated cleaning supplies for Habitat for Humanity!
We had another great time at June’s Business After Hours, where we had a hawaiian beach theme at the Courtyard in Moorhead. Thanks to sponsor Midco and congrats to all who won door prizes!
Off the Clock Tee Party
Wednesday, July 19 | 5:15 to 7:30 p.m.
Moorhead Country Club FREE | Registration Required
No need to be Tiger Woods to join in on the fun! The July YPN Off the Clock will be held at the Moorhead Country Club where we will be also hosting a putting contest. Come for networking, putting or both. Golf experience not required, but fun is!
PROGRAM SPONSORS
It was another spectacular Corporate Cup in 2017! We were once again sold out, and we commend the commitment and spirit from all of our participants. Thanks to our sponsors, volunteers and participants that work to make this event a success.
This year’s winning teams are…
Team Spirit
Choice Financial
Best T-Shirts
Spotlight Media Inc.
Rock Bottom
Mortenson Construction
Competitive Division
First place: Express Employment Professionals/BNG Team
Second place: Bobcat Company/ Doosan
Third place: Heritage Homes, LLC
Recreational Division
First place: Choice Financial
Second place: Zerr Berg Architects, Inc.
Third place: Cass County Electric Cooperative
The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo community continues to receive recognition nationwide for its high quality of life and standard of living. Here are just a few of the acknowledgements from recent months.
Fargo Best City to Build a Forever Home
GoodCall.com recognized Fargo as a prime area in the U.S. to build a lifelong dream home in the “2017 Best Cities to Build a Forever Home” report. GoodCall analyzed 468 cities nationwide. Fargo was ranked #17 in the U.S. and within the top 10% for its comparative custom home cost, growing home values, affordability, population, educational values and low employment and crime rates.
ND Best State to Live
According to an April Newsweek article, there’s no better place than North Dakota for young people looking for opportunities. “U.S. News released a list of the top 10 states millennials are moving to, and echoing its number one ranking as the best state for economic growth, North Dakota was also named the best place for young adults. “
Aside from making lists, our region has also had several mentions in national articles and websites! Here are a few snippets:
Fargo’s no joke.
It’s
a hub of cool creativity. | March 10, 2017 | Boston Globe
“Recently, the city has undergone a renaissance, with a revitalization of downtown bubbling with inventiveness. Here are some of the best examples of the savvy Fargo of today, a nexus of creativity, sustainability, and an energetic maker movement.” The article goes on to mention our coffee culture, bike sharing, rooftops, contemporary art, local goods, farmer’s markets and craft spirits.
Why Fargo Isn’t Frozen—It’s Cool | Midwest Living
“Broadway forms the backbone of an evolving downtown. Creative shops, breweries and restaurants, enliven the spaces between the landmark Hotel Donaldson and the Fargo Theatre. Until recently, this homey outpost for hipsters was a bestkept secret of the north, known to most people only for a cult-classic film. Now it’s the second-fastest-growing Midwest city.”
METRO IN THE NEWS SPEAKER
What makes your organization unique?
Founded in Fargo, uCodeGirl is a grassroots initiative that inspires teen girls to see themselves as a confident, driving force behind technology and its innovation, rather than be mere consumers of it. Here’s what else Betty Gronneberg, founder and executive director, shared with us.
uCodeGirl strives to ignite the curiosity of girls, to cultivate their interest and increase their aptitude in technology — our collective future. Building confidence, building skills and providing exposure to real-world experiences are the three tenets of uCodeGirl.
Beginning in the middle school years, girls’ attraction to technology decreases as they react to social pressures and gender bias—the result is a downward spiral where girls doubt their abilities and feel alienated if they pursue technology. Interest declines further in high school, leaving few U.S. female college freshman enroll in computing classes.
Intrigued by the question, ‘How can I see more of me in the technology workforce?’ Gronneberg founded uCodeGirl to help young girls rewrite their future. uCodeGirl offers that pathway to technology careers for teen girls by tapping into their creativity, skills and potential.
uCodeGirl makes technology interesting, relevant and age-appropriate through hands-on project-based learning as well as immersion into the real-world. uCodeGirl invites girls ages 12 to 17 to “opt-in” early to the many ways technology solves real-world problems. uCodeGirl builds a village of support around its students for sustainable engagement. We believe upward mobility and economic success should be within everyone’s reach. Therefore, uCodeGirl engages girls from diverse socio-economic backgrounds to work together and build a community. Active and sustainable engagement increases their potential to confidently participate in STEM careers.
While many organizations are striving to improve technology workforce diversity, uCodeGirl uniquely focuses on improving girl’s technology participation during the formative teen years.
Are there any initiatives you’re focusing on right now?
uCodeGirl just launched its first annual Crack the Code: Technology Camp for Girls on June 19. Two weeks. Six unique sessions offer something for everyone. A community of like-minded girls, inspiring female role models/mentors, and a rich collection of programs & activities make this camp unlike any other. uCodeGirls will learn to create & launch websites, develop concept mobile apps, build wearable e-textiles, and assemble & program robots. While fostering collaboration and sharpening communication, they will gain skills to design, take feedback from peers, iterate and test their innovative ideas – all 21st century skills needed to become a creative, innovative and resourceful adult.
What is one thing you most want others to know?
In the next decade, 80% of jobs across every industry will require some level of technical skills. Computing jobs are being produced at an accelerated pace than available skilled workforce to fill them. Women are significantly missing from this equation. Our purpose is to equalize the technology playing sandbox with diverse voices. Our goal is to increase female enrollment in computer science programs in schools and help fill the critical talent pipeline.
FIND US! ucodegirl.org Twitter: @ucodegirl Facebook: /ucodegirl LinkedIn: ucodegirl
Want to See Your Business Here?
We’re looking for small businesses in current good standing with The Chamber that have a unique offering, interesting history or are just doing something spectacular. Tell us who you think deserves to be featured! Fill out the form at bit.ly/BridgeMS to suggest a business, or email ahofland@fmwfchamber.com
Life can be turbulent at times for anyone, but at-risk youth can face even greater challenges. That’s where Youthworks steps in. This year’s ChamberChoice Small Notfor-Profit winner supports youth and their families, helping them meet
goals and establish strong, healthy relationships through a range of programs. Above all, they offer a safe place for kids and families.
On average, approximately 170 youth experience homelessness each
night in the Fargo-Moorhead area. The goal at Youthworks is to reduce that number by helping those who need it most.
Founded in 1991, Youthworks offers professional social work, family counseling and mentoring to youth who are diverted from juvenile court, suspended from school, are homeless, victims of sex trafficking or are in need of food and shelter. And, they are the only local agency that offers a short-term care and assessment center for children aged 11 to 17.
They have two locations in North Dakota (Fargo and Bismarck), but serve people across the whole state and even into Minnesota. In the last two years, Youthworks has expanded programming and staff in the area of human and sex trafficking prevention, education, intervention and advocacy. So far, they have been able to help over 30 victims of human trafficking, and are looking to expand their experience in labor trafficking.
“All these programs are responses to what our community or state needed,” Jessica Fleck, program manager, said. “We really wanted to step in and fill those gaps.”
Youthworks operates a statewide guardian ad litem program, advocating for 1,000 children in deprivation cases before the Juvenile Court.
They’ve expanded their Transitional Living and Pathways to Parenting programs, and recently purchased the home next door to their main campus to allow for more space for homeless programming. They also do street outreach and have a 24hour crisis line.
Youthworks’ success and growth can be attributed to an overarching approach to positive youth
development. And it’s working, as surveys of youth and families consistently show they feel respected and safe at the agency. “We’re driven by treating any and all with respect and humanity,” Joan Neilan, development director, said. “These are not easy situations, and we believe that youth should have a voice.”
Part of how they give these individuals a voice is by hosting a youth advisory board for their clients to have input on their programming. They also involve youth and clients in street outreach and integrate them into the community.
It’s important for Youthworks to give back, and they make a point to offer volunteer opportunities to both its staff and clients.
MEMBER PROFILE
They’re a part of the FargoMoorhead Coalition for Homeless Persons, and contract with the schools, juvenile courts, Social Services and Sheriff’s department. One message Youthworks wanted to share in this article was to remind that youth homelessness is a thing, but it doesn’t mean homeless kids are bad kids. It can affect anyone, and that is why an agency with such a welcoming atmosphere and opendoor policy means so much.
With its strong leadership and dedicated board and staff, Youthworks no doubt will continue to serve a vital role in our community into the future.
Melanie Heitkamp, executive director
NEW MEMBERS
Boulevard Shoppes
shadowcreekdevelopers.com
Shopping Centers
We welcome the following businesses who have invested by joining The Chamber.
Boulevard Shoppes is an upscale retail center in a prime West Fargo area just South of I-94 and West of Veterans Boulevard. Featuring unique modern exterior and customizable interiors, this shopping center is the perfect location for growing businesses.
CoSchedule
coschedule.com
Marketing Services
CoSchedule is the #1 marketing calendar and fastest growing startup in North Dakota. CoSchedule provides professional marketers a centralized productivity platform to plan, promote and execute on their entire marketing strategy.
EagleRidge Companies
eagleridgedevelopment.com
Real Estate - Development
EagleRidge is a land development company with a mission to bring value to builders, residents, municipalities and investors by providing expertise and a long term sustainable vision in our single family, multifamily and commercial developments in the upper Midwest.
Giga-Green Technologies
giga‑green.com
Information Systems
Giga-Green Technologies are experts in Microsoft technology, programs and licensing. Their Microsoft certified professionals have experience with the latest cloud solutions including Office 365 and Azure. They specialize in hybrid environments utilizing your on-premises environment to enable the most out of the solutions.
Great Rides
greatridesfargo.org
Health - Nutrition
Great Rides builds healthy individuals and communities by encouraging the use of bicycles for lifestyle, sport and recreation. Through their community events, programming and cycling-centered services, they help the community they love to find and share its love for riding a bike.
Heartland Payment Systems
heartlandpaymentsystems.com
Credit Card Equipment - Processing
Heartland Payment Systems offers a fast, secure complete payroll and credit-card processing service; available online; assumes liability for tax calculation, remittance and electronic tax filing; offers “Visa Pay Day Card,” direct deposit or checks; equipment purchase and rental available and offers fraud-monitoring service.
iCare Electronic Repair
icarefargo.com
Computer/Mobile App Software & Services
iCare Electronic Repair provides repair services for most makes and models and all problems with smartphones, tablets (such as iPads) and computers. They offer fast turnaround, low pricing and a friendly staff to address any issues that you may be experiencing. They are located in SoMa district downtown.
Lloyd’s Auto Body Inc. lloydsautobodyshop.com
Automobile Repair - Service - Body Shop
Lloyd’s is a full-service auto body repair facility. They offer postaccident assistance with towing, estimating, insurance processing, complete repair and painting of your automobile. Their technicians are trained on all cars and trucks, both domestic and foreign. They also offer free loaner vehicles.
Luxury Bath of Fargo luxurybathfargo.com
Contractors - Remodeling
Luxury Bath of Fargo can make your tub or shower dreams come true. Either change the space to update the look or functionally; change it to be a safe environment. With Microban infused into only their product, the area can be mold and mildew free...only with Luxury Bath!
Morgan Stanley morganstanley.com
Financial Consultants
Morgan Stanley offers global financial services as a market leader in securities, asset management and credit services. Please also visit www.mssb.com.
New Life Center fargonlc.org
Social Services
The New Life Center has been serving the hurting and homeless in our area for over 110 years. In addition to providing basic services of food, clothing and shelter, the NLC helps guests move forward through accountability-based programming. In short, their guests discover value and find hope.
Purpose Learning Group
701.730.2963
Consultants
Purpose Learning Group is committed to supporting organizational success in the areas of learning and development, project/program management, and technology innovation and strategy.
Vent Medics, Inc. ventmedics.com
Air Quality - Indoor
Vent Medics is an independent, owner-operated duct cleaning business servicing Fargo-Moorhead and the surrounding communities.
We encourage all members to conduct business with each other. When you do, let them know you learned of their business through The Chamber!
Want to find all our members? Search our online directory at fmwfchamber.com
Want to see your news here? Email your announcement to thebridge@fmwfchamber.com
CoSchedule announced a major build-out of new office space in Fargo’s Cityscapes Plaza and will relocate its Fargo operations there ahead of a hiring push that will see the company add an additional 50 employees over the next 18 months. The office relocation comes after the news that CoSchedule has attracted $2.2 MM in private investments, including 1 MM from the North Dakota Development Fund as well as notable investors Gen7 Investments (a Forum Communications company) and best-selling author and digital marketing celebrity, Jay Baer.
Ethos Home Care will expand into offering hospice services in the Fargo Moorhead area. A strategic priority is the continued growth of Ethos to allow them to achieve their mission of enriching the quality of lives for those they serve. By adding Hospice services, this enhances and expands the continuum of care for both Bethany and Eventide teams. Ethos hospice will be managed by one of its partnering organizations, Knute Nelson. To provide clinical leadership is the hospice medical director, Dr. Parul Gupta, Essentia Health.
Locals Love Us awarded Dr. Jonathan Bultema’s Maple Family Dental of Horace the #1 Dental Practice in the Fargo/Moorhead area. Locals Love Us has local people vote in over 200 different categories to see which businesses are the best and that they really love. Maple Family Dental stood out as being a business that people trusted and that is involved in the community and cares about each person.
Marco announced that it has assumed responsibility for the copier/printer sales and service previously provided by Dakota Business Center, a Rapid City based company. The 15 employees that previously supported Dakota’s copier/printer solutions have joined the Marco team. This is the 16th acquisition the company has completed over the past three years. They have six locations throughout South Dakota.
Moore Engineering moved up to number 432 on ENR magazine’s list of Top 500 Design Firms for 2017. In 2016, Moore was number 448. The list ranks by annual revenue the 500 largest U.S. firms that provide engineering design services. Jeffry Volk, Moore’s president and CEO, credits Moore’s employee-owners with the company’s success and said they are expanding geographically, as well as in the services they provide.
MEMBER NEWS: COMPANIES
North Dakota State College of Science has again been reaccredited as a CEO Cancer Gold Standard™ employer for 2017. NDSCS has maintained this standard since 2013. The CEO Roundtable on Cancer, a non-profit organization of CEOs, founded by former President George H.W. Bush, created the Gold Standard to recognize employers for taking exceptional health and wellness measures on behalf of their employees.
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross presented the North Dakota Trade Office with the President’s “E” Award for Export Service at a ceremony in Washington, D.C., May 22. The President’s “E” Award is the highest recognition any U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports.
“The North Dakota Trade Office has demonstrated a sustained commitment to export expansion,” said Secretary Ross in his letter to the company. “The ‘E’ Awards Committee was very impressed with your office’s development of a 12-week export management course in partnership with North Dakota universities. The office’s Trade Talks series of seminars and webinars was also particularly notable. ….”
Starion Bank has received a five star “superior” rating from BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading independent bank and credit union rating firm. Star ratings are assigned on a scale of zero to five stars, with five being the strongest, and are based on the overall financial picture of the financial institution. The ratings are independent, meaning no institution is able to pay to be rated or excluded.
Town & Country Credit Union was awarded a first place Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award and the Five Star Award from the Credit Union Association of the Dakotas. The Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award is given for its practical application of credit union philosophy within the operation of the credit union. It is awarded for internal programs and services that benefit membership. The Five Star Award recognizes an individual credit union for its outstanding achievements for the year in education, legislative activities, public relations, member contact and community service. The award provides formal recognition of the credit union accomplishments; recognizes credit union excellence and honors the credit union for increasing public awareness of credit unions.
MEMBER NEWS: PEOPLE
Aldevron
Wade Ellingson, Packaging and Shipping Specialist
Henry Hebel, Chief Operating Officer
Justin Kerr, Quality Control Scientist
Tracy Kurtz, Client Relations Manager
Kirsten Schumacher, Intern
Suksimaran Singh, Biomanufacturing Operator
Steffan Stroh, Intern
Bell Bank
Heather Heick, Human Resources Team Lead
Jon Walvatne, Personal Banking Officer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Premier Properties
Tera Beck, Realtor®, Krabbenhoft Team
Blake Fason, Realtor®
Maura Havig, Realtor®
Natalie Moe, Realtor®
Beyond Realty
Jess Azure, REALTOR®
Ryan Rettig, REALTOR®
Anna Sholl, REALTOR®
CCRI
Laura Anderson, Mental Health Practitioner
Cornerstone Bank
Kathy Weiss, Home Mortgage Consultant
Corporate Technologies, LLC
Dylan Rossow, Service Sales Executive
Keaton Wolf, Service Sales Executive
Dakota Carrier Network
Sheldon Dacar, Ethernet/IP Technician I
DFC Consultants, Ltd.
Lucas Cahoon, Accountant/Consultant
Julie Hagen, Business System Analyst and Solutions Consultant
HAGEN
ELLINGSON HEBEL KERR KURTZ
SCHUMACHER SINGH
MEMBER
Downtown Community Partnership
Nicolette Berge, Events Coordinator
Kalley Norr, Events Intern
Dress for Success Red River Valley
Rhonda Petersen, Program Coordinator
Dynamic Communities
Christen Anderson, Event Marketing Manager
Naomi Wawers, Product Marketing Manager
Eide Bailly
Ashley Brandt Duda, Partner
Tom Fogarty, Partner
Essentia Health
Natalie Aughinbaugh, Nurse Practitioner
Patrick Fahey, Physician Assistant
Amanda Hennen, NP, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Jason Lizakowski, Physicians Assistant
Andrea Middlestead, NP, Cardiology
Heritage Homes
Christine Vangsness, Director of Marketing
High Point Networks, LLC
Jessica Green, Account Manager
Dan Roerick, Pre-Sales Engineer
Houston Engineering, Inc.
Mike Hildreth, Civil Engineer
Jamison Kath, Civil Engineer
Cody Oltz, Civil Technician
Jennifer Vanderheiden, Civil Engineer
LJA
Kristi Brooks, Electrical Engineer
Rachel Poitra, Structural Engineer
North Dakota Autism Center
Andrew Schweigert, Shooting Stars Head
Teacher - AuSome Kids Day Program
North Dakota Safety Council
Molly Glassheim, Accounting Assistant
Kristine Karre, Accounting Manager
Robin Martin, Part-Time Safety Consultant
MEMBER NEWS: PEOPLE
Sarah McKenna, Office Manager
Serena Schmit, Marketing Manager
Kathy Zander, Home & Community Coordinator
Park Co. Realtors
Arlin Fisher, REALTOR®
Nick Hamilton, REALTOR®
Spherion Staffing
Michael Smith, Industrial Recruiter
Spotlight Media
Scott Cramer, Videography Intern
Kyle Gliva, Accounting Intern
Seth Habhegger, Distribution & Circulation
Manager
Nick Hackl, Business Operations Intern
Liz McLain, Office Manager
Pam Mjoness, Sales Administrative Assistant
Scott Rorvig, Sales Representative
Huong Tran, Web/Digital Coordinator
TCI Insurance
Adam Schueller, Sales Advisor
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Ryan Ellingson, Engineering Technician II
Jaqueline Finck, Senior Staff Geologist
Shane Finck, Engineering Technician II
Jay Hanson, Engineering Technician III
Tom Losik, Engineering Technician I
Kaitlind Roberts, Engineering Technician I
Lisa Romano, Engineering Technician I
Wyatt Sharp, Engineering Technician I
TMI Hospitality
Tiffany Eli, Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Katrina Fahrman, Digital Content Specialist
Michele Novotny, Treasury Accountant PROMOTED
SCHUELLER
CRAMER
ROBERTS
GLIVA
ROMANO
HAMILTON
HANSON
HACKL
McLAIN FAHRMAN
HABHEGGER
Cecilia Olvera, National Talent Advisor
The Village Family Service Center
Lacie Horton, Administrative Assistant
Western Products, Inc.
Jay DeMers, IT Help Desk Technician
Tammy Hamre, Credit Manager
Western State Bank
Katie Bohner, Customer Service Representative
Lisa Donat, Compliance Officer
Corin Puhalla, Communications Specialist
Matthew Riegel, VP/Customer Care Manager
Ryan Rued, VP/Business Banking Officer
OTHER NEWS
Scott Aafedt, business solutions consultant at DFC Consultants, has completed advanced training on inventory and asset management software from Panatrack. This was the first training of its kind by Panatrack, lending Aafedt to an elite group of nine software partners with this training.
Two Houston Engineering, Inc. employees out of Fargo earned their professional engineer (PE) registrations. Congrats to Michael Ferrie and Ashley Rolland on this accomplishment!
Town & Country Credit Union’s Marketing Coordinator Tera Heiser received the First Time Presenter award from the National Youth Involvement Board for the number of financial literacy presentations and outreach activities she completed in 2016.
Peter Johnson and Reneé Freeman of Town & Country Credit Union were named Minnesota Housing Top Producing Loan Officers at the Platinum Level for the second half of 2016.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties announced that 14 real estate agents and four teams have been recognized and awarded by the national BHHS franchise.
Top 100: The Krabbenhoft Real Estate Team
Chairman’s Circle Diamond: The Krabbenhoft Real Estate Team
Chairman’s Circle Platinum: The Gillund Group
Chairman’s Circle Gold: The Ericka Schott Team
President’s Circle: Team Heritage, Sabrina Anderson, Peggy Isakson and Pat Karley
Leading Edge Society: Rodger Pape, Tyler Rebrovich and Rod Richter
Honor Society: Bryan Buhr, Deb Clark, Tom Houglum, Katie Johansen, Kim Kelsh, Mark and DeAnne Mason and Jill Pfau
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