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Prairie Business received a number of nominations for its 2022 Leaders & Legacies awards, but we also nominated a few individuals. After reviewing the career highlights and accomplishments of a number of individuals – and recognizing the good work that each nominee has done and continues to do – we have selected nine exemplary business leaders in the region for this year’s awards.

This year’s recipients come from the industries of advertising and marketing, architecture and engineering, construction, financial services and health care. continued on Page 14

In several contests throughout the year, Prairie Business recognizes exemplary leaders and other business professionals, but Leaders & Legacies honors only top executives in the region, past and present. Each award winner has demonstrated quality leadership throughout her or his career, impacting lives and livelihoods and often sparking change. We couldn’t be more happy with these year’s recipients. They are leaders of the highest order and each deserving of this, Prairie Business magazine’s highest honor.

Todd Berning was born in Minot, North Dakota, to Judge Wallace Berning and teacher Mary (Cookie) Berning. After graduating from Minot High School, he went on to receive his undergraduate degree from NDSU majoring in computer science.

Berning began his career at a young age by working in the concessions and vendor filling for Coca-Cola Bottling Co. of Minot. His successful career spans from managing partner in 30-plus real estate projects in North Dakota and Minnesota, owner of MSI Concessions/Catering and Spicy Pie Pizza Restaurants.

EPIC initially started seven years ago and has now turned into the present-day company with 70-plus employees and more than 30 mixed-use buildings. Berning has been a catalyst for positive change and is viewed by his peers as a humble person just looking to make a difference through improving the quality of life of others in our local communities.

“Todd has a relentless passion for enhancing communities. He is a strong leader, impactful mentor, and a great friend. Our growth as a company would not be possible without his vision and leadership,” stated Amy Hass, CEO of EPIC.