WAYNE GADBERRY

Strategic planning for the future and setting achievable goals are the foundation of Gadberry’s success.

“I believe you have to be growing or you’re falling back, and through that, you grow, you support your employees,” he said. “Success is what can happen when you strive for that and people in the organization believe in it. Everyone is working toward the same goal.”

In the community, Magnum has supported Madison Elementary School as part of Fargo’s Adopt-a-School program for the last 20 years. Employees today continue to support the school.

“We believe it’s important to be active in the local community,” Gadberry said.

Gadberry and his wife, Cherie, have four children and 15 grandchildren. His sons David and Matthew are both in leadership roles at the company.

This profile was compiled by Prairie Business staff, based on nomination forms and biographical information provided by the winner’s company.