ORANGE CAN MAKE YOU GREEN.

With

Katie Krogstad Roed

AGE: 38

FOUNDER AND CEO, SUGARBROOKE CREATIVE ERSKINE, MINN.

After moving to Northwestern Minnesota in 2007, Katie Krogstad Roed learned that if she wanted to pursue her passion for marketing and advertising, she’d have to blaze her own trail. The next year, she launched SugarBrooke Creative, a boutique marketing agency that fuels creative communication strategies for some of the nation’s top brands.

Her portfolio spans industries across the United States, ranging from major players such as Microsoft and Digi-Key to the flower shop down the street.

A North Dakota State University graduate, Roed has been recognized regionally and internationally for her work. Additionally, she volunteers to help mentor young entrepreneurs, coordinate community blood drives and serve her church.

She lives in northern Minnesota with her husband, Josh, and daughters, Clara and Grace.

“Whether it’s marketing advice, providing networking opportunities or simply encouraging those who need a pep talk, Katie builds lasting relationships and wins the hearts of those she works with. There’s truth to the ‘Minnesota Nice’ stereotype, because whatever it is, she’s got it.”

In 2001, Mike Schroeder was hired to the production floor of WCCO Belting, a rubber-product manufacturer. He was promoted to second shift supervisor in 2002 and later supervised third shift employees, too.

Due to his success, he was named Employee of the Year in 2004.

In 2008, Schroeder became an engineering technician, developing specifications for new products. In 2012, he was promoted to lead developer. He has a patent for a tube conveyor belt and another patent pending for a potential game-changer in field testing.

This year, Schroeder was named product specialist, a role in which he sees customer applications firsthand and helps WCCO’s R&D.

Schroeder continues to challenge the status quo of the rubber belting industry.

“Throughout Mike’s career at WCCO, he created processes that are still in place today. … He currently is in the role of an engineer, without any higher education training or degree. But Mike’s willingness to learn, ability to think outside the box and determination to succeed make him a valuable contributor to the growth of our company.”

Miranda Schuler

AGE: 39

AGENT/AGENCY OWNER, MIRANDA SCHULER AGENCY, FARMERS INSURANCE MINOT, N.D.

Mike Schroeder

AGE: 36

PRODUCT SPECIALIST, WCCO BELTING WAHPETON, N.D.

Miranda Schuler’s passion for helping clients – particularly during times of need – led her into the insurance industry. This same passion propelled her to establish her own Farmers Insurance agency.

With a team of four staff members, she strives to accomplish her mission of clientfocused service.

Schuler served from 2014 to 2017 as an elected alderwoman for the city of Minot. Subsequently, she changed her focus to local philanthropy and currently serves on the board for Independence Inc. and Strengthen ND, volunteers in support of Minot Youth for Christ and recently founded a nonprofit booster club in support of Minot’s North American Hockey League team.

“Through her business, Miranda honors local educators, law enforcement and first responders regularly because she has a heart for others who also serve our community. She is an inspirational woman who exhibits grace and determination in everything she does.”

Dustin Scott

AGE: 38 CITY ENGINEER, WEST FARGO, N.D. PROJECT MANAGER, MOORE ENGINEERING, WEST FARGO, N.D.

Dustin Scott earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering from the University of North Dakota. He gained field experience in North Dakota and Minnesota and performed design work on structural and transportation projects in the Pacific Northwest.

Scott then returned to his hometown of West Fargo and joined Moore Engineering, where he has played a lead role on teams responsible for providing engineering services to the city of West Fargo.

He currently represents Moore Engineering as the city engineer in West Fargo.

Scott is a member of the West Fargo Exchange Club and American Council of Engineering Companies and is president of the North Dakota Chapter of the American Public Works Association. He lives in West Fargo with his wife, Jennifer, and their three sons.

“Scott’s accomplishments combined with his humble ways of handling situations are amazing for a individual of only 38 years old.”

Elise Siverson

AGE: 36 TAX MANAGER, EIDE BAILLY FARGO, N.D.

A Minnesota State University Moorhead graduate, Elise Siverson has worked at Eide Bailly for eight years. She is active both in serving her clients and within the organization; her advocacy and mentoring led her to be the Fargo office’s first-ever recipient of the Rising Star Award, which recognizes top Eide Bailly performers who go above and beyond.

Siverson is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the North Dakota CPA Society. In 2017, she received the “Making a Difference” Award for her contributions to the ND CPA Society.

Siverson also gives back through mentorship and volunteerism. She’s a member of the YWCA Cass Clay’s board, the chair of the ND CPA Society’s public relations committee and a volunteer with Minnesota State University Moorhead’s mentorship program.

“Elise is always seeking to improve herself and her profession, and she does so with unmatched energy and insight. She is incredibly accomplished and an exemplary young professional in our community.”