Today’s episode is extra special.  It is filled with the best moments and the best advice from all of my guests from the first season.  This episode is packed with a ton of information to encourage you and inspire you to take a risk, step up to challenges and ultimately make a difference.  Here’s a…

My guest today is a thought leader, social entrepreneur, connector and advocate of people across the midwest.   CEO and Co-Founder of Emerging Prairie, Greg Tehven leads this team with the goal to accelerate the growth and development of our communities.  A leader in the startup community, Greg believes you can overcome any obstacle by thinking…

My guest today is a professional leader in the field of IT.  This Tech Guru is on a mission to impact the future generation in a positive way.  Amy Loomer-Longtin is the Founder and President of Tech4Kids, a non-profit organization that provides necessary software and technological tools needed to support a remote academic learning environment…

My guest today is on a mission to create and destroy – create experiences and destroy expectations, that is!  Mark Bjornstad, Co-Founder and President of Drekker Brewing Company and Brewhalla, is focused on pushing the boundaries of experimentation, all while having fun, creating good times and most importantly, creating community.  Mark and his team of…

It’s safe to say my guest today is a Fargo Moorhead Recruiter, but more importantly a proud and passionate resident that deeply cares about his city.  Charley Johnson is the President and CEO of the Fargo Moorhead Convention and Visitors Bureau.  Charley and his team work to position our distinctive community as a desirable destination…

My guest today has been a passionate Athlete her entire life.  It wasn’t until she and her husband experienced the loss of their two Angel babies, that Heidi Greenwood, founder of the Jules & Leni Foundation, would bring her passion for running to a greater cause.  In addition to starting the foundation, Heidi started Angel…

My guest today has a Passion for solving problems through product development.  Jim Newenhouse is the founder and CEO of Door Stud®, a door installation tool that revolutionizes how builders, remodelers and DIYers install pre-hung and slab doors.  Although Jim did not grow up in a building construction or home improvement environment, he spent 30+…

My guest today is no stranger to taking risks or being the first. Vivian (Weiwei) Fellman is a first-generation immigrant entrepreneur from China.  She is the founder of Kota Botanics, a premium hemp CBD and plant-based health supplements company with two retail locations and a large e-commerce presence.  Vivian and her team are on a mission…

My guest today comes from a heritage of inventors, ranchers, and explorers. He has been helping with business development and non-profit start-ups since 2010. Co-founder and CEO of Vanna Adventure Vans, Ben Gleason is helping lead a team to fulfill their vision of building the most reliable off-grid functional, four-season operational vehicles, using the world’s…

My guest today is quite an accomplished businessman and leader.  Jim Poolman, Managing Partner of Slainte Holdings, more widely known as Blarney Stone Pub and recently the Hotel Donaldson, has been highly involved in the development of many businesses that have contributed to the economic growth in North Dakota.  Jim has a passion and vision…