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Joe Anderson Fargo Police Department, District Commander, Lieutenant

Bio: Lieutenant Joe Anderson is a native of Fargo. Prior to joining the department, he worked full-time for the North Dakota Air National Guard. He attended Minnesota State University – Moorhead (formerly Moorhead State University), graduating in 1995 with a major in criminal justice. Lt Anderson received his initial law enforcement skills training through Alexandria Technical College, Alexandria, MN. He joined the Fargo Police Department in January 1997. Throughout his career, Lt Anderson has been assigned as bike patrol officer, Field Training Officer (FTO), Police Training Sergeant (PTS), lead defensive tactics instructor, verbal judo instructor, and lead crash reconstructionist. Lt Anderson was promoted to the rank of lieutenant on January 10, 2011 and is the Central District Commander. Lt. Anderson’s previous supervisory assignments include Field Services, Office of Professional Standards/Internal Affairs, Traffic Specialty Unit, and the Criminal Investigations Unit. Lt Anderson is married and was two children. In his off time he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, and working on his physical fitness.

Education:

B.A., Criminal Justice; Moorhead State University, Moorhead, MN

Police Staff and Command; Northwestern University Center for Public Safety; 2009

FBI National Academy, FBI Academy, Quantico, VA; 2012

Volunteer & Professional Activities:

119th Security Forces Commander, North Dakota Air National Guard, 2010 to present

Fargo Public Schools, Long Range Facility Planning Committee, 2013

Hometown: Fargo, ND

Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo (LFMWF) is centered on creating leaders through community exploration and leadership development. The program is designed to expose emerging and existing community leaders to the issues that face our region while challenging and engaging participants to strengthen the community and themselves through per-sonal development and civic engagement. Included in this document are the biographies of the 39 individuals who comprise the 2013-14 class.

Daryl Bachmeier ARTEKTA inc. - architects, Principal Architect

Bio: Daryl is a partner in a local architectural firm based in downtown Fargo. Moving back to the area 15 years ago after spending

time away in Georgia and Minneapolis, he is happily living in Fargo with his wife and four children ranging in age from 13 to 22.

Daryl enjoys various types of exercise, home projects, and spending time with his family in his free time. He is proud to attend

his kids’ sporting events and school activities whenever possible. Daryl and his wife have discovered that they really enjoy cruis-

es after sailing on their first one this year in celebration of their 25th wedding anniversary.

Education:

Bachelor of Architecture, B.S. Environmental Design; North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND


The Red River Valley Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute, Secretary 2011 to present, current President-elect

Fargo Historic Preservation Commission, 2003-2007

American Institute of Architects & NCARB Member, 1992 to present

Past involvement with Optimist International Hometown: Devils Lake, ND

Amy Beito Rasmussen College – Bismarck, Fargo, Moorhead; Director of Student Affairs

Bio: Amy currently works at Rasmussen College and is the Director of Student Affairs. In this role she oversees Career Services,

Student Services (including advising and scheduling), and the Registrar Department. Recently her role expanded to include the

state of North Dakota including campuses located in Bismarck, Fargo, and Moorhead. She is a mother to two energetic boys and

lives on a hobby farm south of Fargo. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends/family, fishing, riding motorcycle,

reading, and apparently cleaning barn.

Education:

M.A., Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology; The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL

B.S., Business Administration and Accounting; MSU Moorhead, Moorhead, MN


35 Under 35 Women’s Leadership Program, 2011 Graduate

American Council on Education member

Richland Lutheran Church (Social Committee member, Sunday School teacher, past Treasurer)

Hometown: Greenbush, MN

Jodi Bullinger Cass County Electric Cooperative, System Engineer

Bio: Jodi has worked at Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) for 19 years, the last 12 years as System Engineer. She started in CCEC’s Dispatch Center as a Dispatcher in July of 1994. Today, she plans and designs the cooperative’s electrical distribution system for the best possible quality and reliability service for our members. Jodi’s also the “go-to” person on technical issues and consultation, and prepares the Construction Work Plan, Sectionalizing Study, and Long Range Plan. Jodi was born in Grand Marais, MN and attended high school in Duluth, MN. Currently, Jodi and her husband, Darin, live in Fargo. They are the proud parents of two children, Luke (11) and Jordan (10), who keep them very busy. Jodi loves spending time with her family, reading, quilting, and attending many of her children’s activities.

Education:

B.S., Electrical Engineering; University of North Dakota

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.)


IEEE Red River Valley Section, Past Chair & Secretary/Treasurer

FM Engineers, Chair for Mathcounts

Co-authored paper for IEEE Transactions Magazine

Girl Scouts: Secretary for Heart of South Fargo service unit and Troop Leader for Centennial Elementary Girl Scout Troop

Hometown: Grand Marais, MN

Brianna Bieniek Courtyard by Marriott and Moorhead Area Conference Center, Sales Manager

Bio: Brianna’s primary goal as the Sales Manager is to preform outside sales and represent the Courtyard by hitting the pavement

and meeting different people and companies. Being the new girl in town this position has the advantage for her to learn about

this community quickly. Brianna is from Monticello, Minnesota where her family still lives. She moved to Fargo from Duluth,

Minnesota in June of 2012 where she attended college. It was nice she didn’t have to go through much weather changes. In her

free time she enjoys traveling, recreational sports, and hanging out with friends & family. Every possible weekend she travels to

her family’s cabin to relax and spend time with them, this Brianna and Antahn’s favorite place to be in the entire world. Brianna

is extremely excited to get married in April of 2014 to her better half, Antahn, where they will live in South Fargo.

Education:

B.A., Liberal Arts & Business Administration; University of Minnesota- Duluth; Duluth, MN


Marriott Spirit to Serve, Summer 2012-Present

Young Professionals Network, Fall 2012-Present

Sweet Miracles Committee, Fall 2012-Present

Corporate Cup Committee, Summer 2013-Present

Hometown: Monticello, MN

Chris Carey Moorhead Police Department, Lieutenant - Patrol Commander

Bio: Chris is a patrol commander with responsibilities to scheduling, internal investigations, new officer-field training program, bike

patrol, police explorers’ post, department training and assisting with department hiring. Chris developed a passion for the

outdoors while growing up in northern Minnesota. He was a proud employee of Unocal Corporation as a fishing guide at their

corporate retreat on Rainy Lake for 5 years. Chris is married to Bev, his college sweetheart and they have two children. Mikayla

(20) is a nursing student at Concordia and David (16) is a junior at Moorhead High. Chris and his family are proud Spuds that

reside in south Moorhead.

Education:

Certificate- Hibbing Area Vocational Technical Institute, Law Enforcement Program

Associate in Applied Science, Hibbing Community College

Current Senior status, Minnesota State University Moorhead


Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 8 - NW Minnesota, 2001-Present, Past Vice President

Moorhead Youth Hockey Association, Board Member 2005-2011, Executive Mem-ber

Cullen Children’s Foundation – Fundraising Committee 2008-Present

2009 IIHF U-18 World Hockey Championships, Tournament Security, Moorhead Location

Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign, Bell Ringer

Hometown: International Falls, MN

Brianne (“Brie”) Corfman Essentia Health; Director, Cancer Center

Bio: Brie directs day-to-day and strategic operations for oncology services in the West region of Essentia Health, including oversight

of outpatient infusion, medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, cancer research and cancer registry. A transplant to

the Fargo-Moorhead area, Brie recently bought her first home in Fargo in May 2013. In her free time, she returns to the Twin

Cities area to visit family, including a 7-month old (New Year’s baby) nephew. Brie also is commonly found at participating in

area sporting events, including coed and women’s softball, broomball, running events and billiards. She has run two half-

marathons, and is registered (and training!) for the full Fargo Marathon in May of 2014.

Education:

M.H.A., Health Management & Policy; University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

B.A., Chemistry; Luther College, Decorah, IA

B.A., Political Science; Luther College, Decorah, IA


Ronald McDonald House of the Red River Valley, Board Member (VP of Governance)

35 Under 35 Women’s Leadership Program, Application Review Com-mittee member


Hometown: Buffalo, MN

April Dennis Ulteig, Business Development Manager

Bio: April oversees client relationships and business development activities for Ulteig’s power, communications, and renewable

markets. Before moving to the Fargo-Moorhead region, April’s past employment included involvement with NASCAR and the

Airshow industry. After setting aside her large suitcase, April has learned to enjoy the simple things in life such as backyard

campfires, neighborhood walks with her dog, and movie nights with her husband. In her free time she enjoys gardening,

repainting furniture, and spending time outdoors (when the weather cooperates). April lives in beautiful south Fargo near

Lindenwood Park with her husband Shannon and her energetic, 2.5 year old golden retriever, Jesse. April and Shannon are

expecting their first child at the end of January.

Education:

B.S., Marketing Management; Bellevue University, Bellevue, NE

Marketing; Southwest Minnesota State University, Marshall, MN

A.A.A. Interior Design; Alexandria Technical College, Alexandria, MN


Prairie Heights Community Church – strategy & branding, special event volunteer, 2009-present

Fargo Airshow volunteer, 2011

Make-A-Wish® North Dakota, gala volunteer, 2010

MAFAC – Marshall Area Fine Arts Council volunteer, Marshall, MN, 2008

Hurricane Katrina relief volunteer, 2005

Hometown: Marshall, MN

Lee Dobrinz JLG Architects, Project Coordinator

Bio: Lee is a project coordinator for JLG Architects in their downtown Fargo office where he leads project teams and enjoys working with clients

to design solutions for their building projects throughout our city and region. Lee grew up on a farm just southwest of West Fargo, attended

school in West Fargo, and received his Architecture degree from North Dakota State University. Lee and his wife Lia were friends from high

school and got married during college despite the fact that he is a “Bison” and she attended that “other university” up north. Lia is an

Occupational Therapist at Sanford Health in Fargo. They have recently moved back to the farm where he grew up and enjoy their free time

keeping up with their three children and are completing an addition and renovation project to their farmhouse. Lia currently works with

Sanford Health in Fargo and is also the master organizer at home. Lee has spent his entire life in the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo area and

made a conscious decision along with his wife Lia to live and raise their family right here. They both have deep family roots here and share a

love for our region. Lee is passionate about design and architecture and also has been a volunteer with several local organizations over the

years. He enjoys watching sports, reading, and most of all, spending time with friends and family at the lake or at home.

Education:

High School, Class of 1989; West Fargo High School, West Fargo, ND

B.S., Environmental Design, 1997; North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND

B.Arch, 1997; North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND


Former Fargo Theater Board Member

Downtown Community Partnership Board Member

Current AIA member, former AIAND Executive Committee Board member and Convention Committee Member

Participant and Fundraiser for MS Society Bike Ride – 16 years and running

Elder and Trustee at Community Presbyterian Church in West Fargo Hometown: West Fargo, ND

Josh Erickson Hilton Garden Inn Fargo, Assistant General Manager

Bio: Josh oversees the Guest Service and Housekeeping functions at the Hilton Garden Inn and is also responsible for assisting the

General Manager in the overall operations of the hotel and convention center, including HR, Accounting, F&B Service, Sales, and

Revenue Management. Josh has been with the hotel since September of 2009, when he started as a Night Auditor. When the

hotel was purchased by Raymond Management Company (Middleton, WI), Josh was promoted to his current position as

Assistant General Manager. Josh spends his spare time with his wife Laura, of 4 years, and twin 1 year old boys, and of course,

the family dog, Ginger, a 3 year old Cocker Spaniel/Cavalier King Charles Spaniel cross. We enjoy playing games, going on walks,

and spending time with family – both sets of grandparents live within an hour. In his personal time, Josh enjoys reading, playing

basketball, going to movies, and cooking.

Education:

B.A., History – Minnesota State University, Moorhead, MN (2009)

Diploma – Griggs County Central High School, Cooperstown, ND (2005)

Hometown: Cooperstown, ND

Jamie Fay Eide Bailly LLP, Audit Senior Associate

Bio: Jamie performs audits of local government entities to meet their reporting requirements. She has more than four years of public

accounting experience leading audit engagement teams. Jamie moved to the Fargo-Moorhead region to attend college and

decided to plant roots. Her family lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota and her husband’s family is spread across Minnesota. In

her free time she likes to play piano, spend time with family and friends, take her dog on walks, and go on motorcycle rides with

her husband. Jamie is currently living in Dilworth where her and her husband recently purchased their first home.

Education:

B.S., Accounting; Minnesota State University, Moorhead, MN

Dale Carnegie 9-week Training Course

Designations & Licensures

Certified Public Accountant


FMWF Young Professionals Network – Chair of Corporate Cup Committee 2011 – 2013, Corporate Cup Committee Member 2010 – 2011, YPN Leadership Committee Member 2011 – 2013, YPN Vice-Chair 2013 – Present

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) – Return preparer/reviewer 2007 – 2008

Hometown: West Concord, MN

Wade Frank, PE KLJ, Director of Structural Engineering Services

Bio: Wade oversees a group of ten structural engineers and engineering technicians who design a variety of structures throughout

the region including buildings, bridges, retaining walls, floodwalls and other heavy civil structures. Wade is married to Allison, a

pharmacist at the Sanford Anticoagulation Clinic in Fargo. After spending their first few years after college in the Twin Cities,

they returned to Fargo-Moorhead in October of 2000 and begin their careers at their current employers. They have been

married for 16 years and have 3 daughters, ages 3, 8 and 10. He is very proud to be the son of a retired farmer and truly enjoyed

helping his dad on the farm whenever he could. In his free time Wade enjoys reading, running (not really but he does it),

hunting, attending NDSU football and basketball games, and spending time with his family at the lake during the summer.

Education:

BS, Civil Engineering, North Dakota State University, Fargo ND Volunteer & Professional Activities:

Park Board Member – Horace ND

Associate Member of FM MetroCOG Policy Board (representing Horace)

Member of GFMEDC Municipal Committee

Member of Chamber Public Affairs Committee

Member and current Treasurer of the Sts. Anne and Joachim Council of the Knights of Columbus

Dale Carnegie Training Hometown: New England, ND

Sarah Gasevic The Village Family Service Center, Client Services Supervisor

Bio: Sarah supervises the Case Aide staff for both the Village Business Institute and Regional Counseling services. She is the primary

contact of the supervisor helpline, training coordinator, EAP website editor, case manager of formal referrals and eLearning

administrator. Future professional development plans include obtaining her PHR certification in April 2014. A military kid, Sarah

has had the opportunity to travel the world, but is happy to call the Fargo-Moorhead region her permanent home. In her free

time she enjoys chasing her 19-month-old daughter around, playing with her-two-year old German shepherd, scuba diving,

traveling, and reading. Sarah, husband Azer, daughter and dog reside in South Fargo.

Education:

B.S., Criminal Justice and Psychology; North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND


Dale Carnegie Immersion, Dale Carnegie, 2008

Group Crisis Intervention, UMBC, 2012

SHRM Essentials of HR Management, University of Mary, 2012

Lake Agassiz Kiwanis Club (Board member, membership committee, website developer)

United Way Internal Campaign Committee Member 2012

United Way Campaign Account Executive 2012

Young Professionals Network (Professional Development Committee)

North Dakota Young Professionals Network

Hometown: Glenburn, ND

Eeva Greenley Vogel Law Firm, Attorney

Bio: Eeva is an attorney with the Vogel Law Firm. She concentrates her practice on debtor/creditor/collection representation, and

general civil litigation. Eeva is a glutton for punishment--she has taken (and passed) four bar exams. She is currently licensed to

practice in the state courts of North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Wyoming, and the U.S. District Court for the District of

North Dakota. Eeva and her husband, Matthew, are the proud parents to two beautiful and busy girls, ages 4 and 1. Eeva

enjoys spending time with her family at the lake, traveling, cooking (and eating!) gardening, cross-country skiing and

reading. Eeva and her family live in south Fargo.

Education:

B.A., English Literature and Scandinavian Studies; Concordia College, Moorhead, MN

J.D., University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND Volunteer & Professional Activities:

Editorial Board of the Gavel

35 Under 35 Women’s Leadership Program

Member St. Joseph’s Church Hometown: Thief River Falls, MN

Phil Hayes U.S. Bank, Branch Manager

Bio: Originally from Watertown, SD, Phil has lived in the FM area for 11 years now. He came to town to attend MSUM, fell in love with the area and has resided here ever since. He put himself through college while working at Halberstadt’s Men’s clothing store, selling suits to area professionals and developing his interpersonal and sales skills. He has been a loyal employee of US Bank for 7 years, holding various positions in the same office. From the teller line to the Branch Manager roll he has loved working for such a great company. He is Blessed to marry his best friend Jesse on August 17th. He views himself as a bit of an over achiever as she is an amazing woman who makes every part of his life better. In his free time, Phil enjoys everything that has to do with sports. Particularly watching NDSU and NFL football, play golf and running. But if it is a sport he will watch it. He also enjoys spending time with is amazing family and traveling to small towns around the Midwest to visit them. He would one day like to see more of the world, particularly Europe and Hawaii.

Education:

B.S., Business Administration; Minnesota State University Moorhead, Moorhead, MN


US Bank Development Network, Fargo Chapter, Event Coordinator, 2012-Prestent

Junior Achievement Volunteer Teacher, 2009-Present

US Bank Pinnacle Award Winner, Q1 2013

Habitat For Humanity Big Build, US Bank Volunteer Coordinator 2012-Present

4 Luv of Dog Rescue Volunteer, 2008-2010

US Bank Operation Salute Our Service Members, Event Coordinator, Volunteer 2010-Present

Hometown: Watertown, SD

Jared Heller Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. (AE2S), Assistant Operations Manger

Bio: Jared is the Assistant Operations Manager for the Fargo office of AE2S. Born and raised in Fargo, Jared grew up on the north

side of Fargo spending time at the local ball diamonds and the local golf courses. He graduated from Fargo North High School in

2000. He attended North Dakota State University and graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. He enjoys the Fargo-

Moorhead community and the opportunities it has presented to him and the future opportunities to give back to the communi-

ty. In his free time, he enjoys spending every opportunity with his family, which includes his beautiful wife of 9 years, Katie, and

two sons, Jacob and Logan, and a golden retriever Hunter. Outside of family, he enjoys spending time on the golf course and as

well hunting.

Education:

B.S., Civil Engineering; North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND Volunteer & Professional Activities:

Chair of Sustainable Infrastructure Committee for American Water Works Association

Registered Professional Engineer in ND, MN, WI, SD

Member of Hope Lutheran Church, Fargo, ND Hometown: Fargo, ND

Brianne Hoffman Roers Construction & Development, Marketing Director

Bio: Brianne is the director of marketing for Roers Development and Construction. Originally from Bismarck, Brianne has been in the

FM area since 2001. She enjoys travel and often travels to Las Vegas to visit her sister, brother-in-law, 2 nieces and 2 nephews

who are stationed there with the Air Force. As the proud mother of two young boys, Holden (5) and Bennett (3), Brianne is

always on the go! Between swimming lessons, training for races, planning events and maintaining the marketing full time with

Roers, it’s rare she has a minute to spare, but when she does, she enjoys time out with friends or entertaining at home. Brianne

loves living in South Fargo along with her husband Joe, who works for NAU Insurance as a Software Quality Assurance Manager

and her two boys.

Education:

B.A., Mass Communications & English; Minor in English Writing; Minnesota State University of Moorhead, Moorhead, MN


Footprints Leadership Journey (6-day personal growth program), 2013

District 46 Campaign – Jim Roers for ND Senate, 2012 - Volunteer

Gourmet Soup Kitchen – Churches United for the Homeless, 2012 - Volunteer

American Legion – Courage Carries On Campaign, 2009-2010

Parade of Homes Committee – FM Home Builders Association, 2007-2009

Hometown: Bismarck, ND

Cathy Lindquist Northwest and West Central Minnesota Small Business Development Center (MW & WC MN SBDC) hosted by Offutt School of Business, Concordia College; Executive Director

Bio:

Cathy is responsible for administrative oversight of both SBDC regional programs and determines the necessary strategy,

planning, budgeting, program operations and service delivery. Cathy’s life revolves around her work service area of 21 counties,

repairing their 50 year old house, and two cats, Merlin and Soybean. Since moving to Moorhead, she and her husband, John

Docken, have truly enjoyed the area: independent restaurants, theaters and arts, fund raising events, and overall community. In

September, they are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. Cathy is planning this party, since John planned their entire

wedding.

Education:

BA, Business Administration / Recreational Management and Program-ming Concentrations, Concordia College, Moorhead, MN

MBA, Concentration in Management, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN


Habitat for Humanity, house work days

Various Church Committees and Boards, since 1989

Profit Mastery Facilitator, since 2011

In process of completing 7 Habits for Manager Facilitator, 2013

Hometown: Hammond, WI

Tina Lemi First International Bank & Trust, Corporate Training Officer

Bio: Tina leads the Volunteer and Fundraising Committees for the West Fargo Soccer Club along with acting as Team Coordinator for

her sons traveling soccer team. She moved to the Fargo/Moorhead region after graduating from college in 1996, after a 6

month move to Bangor Maine in 2006, Tina has found a home in West Fargo. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching

soccer, riding bike, spending time with family and friends, and trying to garden. She is a proud mom of 2 beautiful children,

Lado, her 14 year old son and Cathryn her 7 year old daughter. She spends the summer (and winter!) months transporting and

watching both of her children’s soccer events. Tina resides in West Fargo with her husband of 13 ½ years, who has decided to

go back to college and pursue his dream of becoming an Electrical Engineer.

Education: B.S., Mathematics; Dickinson State University, Dickinson, ND


West Fargo Soccer Club, Board Member Elect, 2011 to Present Junior Achievement, Spring 2013 Salvation Army, Bell Ringer, 2010-present

Hometown: Little Falls, MN

Matthew Lunde, Accounting Chair/Business Instructor, Globe University;

Adjunct Professor of Architecture, North Dakota State University

Bio:

Matthew Lunde wears many hats as he works at four different jobs. At Globe University, Matt teaches 4 classes per quarter. He

also is the advisor of the DECA and Business Clubs and is advisor for business and accounting students. At NDSU, Matt has

taught an Introduction Environmental Design/Architecture class to freshmen designers for 3 years. He also manages two

apartment buildings and is the head photographer of the Gold Star Marching Band. In his free time, Matt loves to waterski,

kneeboard, and swim. He also loves to travel and play piano. While at NDSU, Matt was a member of the Gold Star Marching

Band. Matt grew up in Pelican Rapids, MN, but he currently resides in Fargo-Moorhead since 2004 when he started at North

Dakota State University.

Education:

B.S. in Accounting; Globe University (pursuing, graduating Spring 2014)

M.B.A.; North Dakota State University; Fargo, ND (Spring 2011)

Graduate College Teaching Certificate; North Dakota State University; Fargo, ND (Spring 2011)

M.Arch in Architecture; North Dakota State University; Fargo, ND (Spring 2009)

B.S in Environmental Design; North Dakota State University; Fargo, ND (Spring 2008)

LEED AP+BD&C Sustainability Certificate; United States Green Building Council (Fall 2008)


FMWF YPN Professional Development Committee (Summer 2012 – present)

DECA Club & Business Club Faculty Advisor; Globe University (Winter 2012 – present)

AICPA Faculty member (Winter 2013 – present)

AIA Associate Member (2009 – present)

LEED AP+BD&C accreditor (2008 – present)

Hometown: Pelican Rapids, MN

Brenda Maaninga Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership, Director of Finance

Bio: Brenda oversees the financial operations for Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership, and has taken a special interest in

the VITA program – greatly expanding the volunteer base and integrity of the program. A recent empty nester, Brenda is

learning to fill her life with new challenges both personally and professionally, recently getting daring with color on the walls of

her home. After all, who doesn’t want an orange and pink guest room? (She swears it’s beautiful!) Brenda lives in Moorhead

with her husband who presents her with the special challenge of finding and preparing healthy recipes that he will consume

with enthusiasm.

Education:

B.S., Business Administration; Minnesota State University Moorhead, Moorhead, MN


Emerging Leader Institute, Fall 2012

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteer, 2009 - Present Hometown: Horace, ND

Salvation Army Bell Ringer (2011 – present)

Relay for Life volunteer (2005-2008)

Lisa Markert CoreLink Administrative Solutions, Human Resources Business Partner

Bio: Lisa has worked in practically every capacity in Human Resources for almost two decades, yet no two days are ever the same!

Her favorite activity is eating, which leads to her second most common but least favored activity – running. She runs to eat!

She has completed 14 half marathons in the last seven years. In her spare time she loves to go to movies, spend weekends at

the lake, and travel. She has been on three cruises and also to Hawaii four times. Lisa lives in Moorhead with her husband of 22

years and their 12 year old daughter Megan.

Education:

B.S., Business Administration; Minnesota State University Moorhead, MN Volunteer & Professional Activities:

Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre Board Member, 2010 to Present

Current member of Fargo Moorhead Human Resources Association, Past Board Member

Member of Society of Human Resources Management, 2000 to Present

Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, 2003 to Present Hometown: Clinton, MN

Amy Marsden Discovery Benefits, Inc., Partner Account Executive

Bio:

Amy Marsden is a Partner Account Executive with Discovery Benefits. In this role, Amy is responsible for providing comprehensive, ongoing administrative support services for the Partner relationships assigned to her. She works extensively with client contacts and participants to ensure that the benefit plans she administers maintain a high value of quality, integrity, and effectiveness. Up until this past January, Amy lived and worked in Minneapolis for over 10 years in the insurance, non-qualified benefit plans, and executive compensation fields. Amy is a graduate of University of St. Thomas with a M.B.A. in Business Management and earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education from Concordia College. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time at the lake, golfing, playing tennis, and spending time with her niece and nephews.

Education:

M.B.A., Business Management, University St. Thomas

B.A., Elementary Education, Concordia College

Steve Martodam TMI Hospitality, Vice President of Operations

Bio: Steve is based out of Fargo and oversees the management of 48 hotels in the northern and eastern states for TMI Hospitality.

He was raised in Hawley, MN and attended NDSU before his hotel career brought him to Montana in 1994, Illinois in 1997 and

then back to the Fargo area in 2008. He travels about 50% of his time visiting the hotels in his group or working with TMI’s

franchise partners. In his free time he enjoys weekends at the lake surrounded by family, all water sports and fly fishing trips to

the western states. He never misses a home Bison football game and is looking forward to his third trip to Texas for another

championship game. Steve lives in South Fargo with his wife Amy and children Jacob (13), Andrew (11) and Ava (6).

Education:

Attended North Dakota State University Hometown: Hawley, MN

Steph Melgaard Midcontinent Communications, Technical Support Manager

Bio: Steph oversees a technical support contact center location and a Sioux Falls, SD based project team for Midcontinent

Communications in West Fargo. She came to the Fargo-Moorhead area in 2007 from Colorado thinking she knew what winter

was. She now knows she had no idea! In her free time, she enjoys shopping, reading, movies and spending summer weekends at

the lake with family and friends. Steph lives in Moorhead with her husband Karsten, their dog Beyla, and their cat Chloe.

Education:

B.A., Communications; University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO


Humane Society of Fargo Moorhead, Special Events Committee Co-Chair

United Way, Campaign Committee Lead, 2013


Junior Achievement, 1st grade Classroom Mentor

Young Professionals Network, Member

Corporate Cup, Team Captain

March of Dimes, Team Captain 2011

Hometown: Broken Arrow, OK

Brenda Messerschmidt Bell State Bank & Trust, Vice President – Branch Manager

Bio: Brenda’s position includes developing and managing the branch to provide a superior level of customer service. She directs and monitors performance, coaches and motivates personnel, as well as promotes company values and culture to ensure customer and employee satisfaction. Brenda has been in the banking field for 28 years and has been with Bell for 10 years. Brenda’s favorite past times include reading, golf, attending Bison athletic events, and spending time with her grandsons. Brenda resides in Fargo with her husband Rock. She has 2 daughters, 3 stepsons, and 2 grandsons.

Education:

Edinburg High School Volunteer & Professional Activities:

YWCA – Volunteer Committee – 2 yrs

Salvation Army – Coats For Kids – 2 yrs Ring It Forward – 10 yrs Lunch server – 5 yrs

Neche Girl Scout Leader – 6 yrs

Neche Sunday School / Youth Group Leader – 10+ years

Neche High School Cheerleading Advisor – 9 yrs Hometown: Mountain, ND

Jimie Miraldi John Deere Electronic Solutions, Supply Chain Integration Specialist

Bio: Jimie Miraldi currently works in the Supply Management department as a Supply Chain Integration Specialist supporting new products in development. She has been an employee of JDES since January of 1997 and has a diverse background that includes Accounting, Purchasing, Production Control, and Supply Management. Jimie’s family includes her husband Dwayne (JDES employee as well), a son Derrick (12), and a daughter Jenessa (9). Jimie enjoys being a hockey and baseball mom and watching her daughter perform with the FM ACRO Lites team. She also enjoys getting together with friends, playing games, and enjoys any available weekends at the lakes.

Education:

BS., Business Management; University of Mary, Bismarck, ND


John Deere WomenREACH Events Sub-Committee Lead

Great Plains Food Bank Volunteer

United Way Volunteer

West Fargo Hockey Association Volunteer 2005-present, Board of Directors, November 2011-November 2012, VP of Membership

APICS (The Association for Operations Management), Board of Directors, VP of Membership 2006-2009

Hometown: Valley City, ND

Neche Quick Response – 3 yrs

Fargo Marathon Volunteer – 3 yrs

FMWF Chamber Ambassador – 2 yrs

Fargo Lions – 2 yrs

Tara Morris Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Sergeant

Bio: Tara Morris was born and raised in Valley City, ND. Tara lives in Fargo, ND with her husband Tom and three children, Cade, Faith

and JR. She began her law enforcement career in 2001 with the Fargo Police Department after obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in

Criminal Justice from Minnesota State University Moorhead. During Tara’s employment with Fargo Police she worked in patrol,

served as a School Resource Officer and a Crime Prevention Officer. Additional duties included Emergency Preparedness,

marketing, public relations, event planning, grant writing and department website administrator. In April 2012, Tara accepted a

Sergeant position with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office where she fulfills the Unified School Response Safety Coordinator

position, among numerous other assignments.

Education:

B.S., Criminal Justice, Minnesota State University Moorhead Hometown: Valley City, ND

Andrea Morrow Flint Communications, Inc., Direct Marketing Strategist & Account Planner

Bio:

Andrea has been a member of Flint Group since March 2011 and brings more than a decade of industry experience to her position as direct marketing strategist. Based out of Flint Communications in Fargo, N.D., Andrea works with all Flint Group offices to provide strategic direction, best practice recommendations and campaign direction for a variety of mediums, including direct mail, email, radio, TV and online. Focusing on the customer/prospect experience in all industries, Andrea is an expert at structuring direct response campaigns and providing robust analysis for campaign optimization. Outside of the daily grind, Andrea enjoys Lake Melissa and taking photos of her family – Paige (3), Wade (1 ½), Rainey (golden retriever) and husband, Rick.

Education:

B.S., Business Administration, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

M.B.A., Bellevue University, Bellevue, Neb. Hometown: Omaha, NE

Rick Morrow Gate City Bank, Assistant Vice President/Senior Loan Officer

Bio: Rick has been a personal and commercial lender at Gate City Bank for the last ten years. Having grown up in an Air Force family

he moved every three years. He lived across the US and had even completed his final three years of high school in The Hague,

Netherlands. Both of his parents are from the Fargo area and he knew that he wanted to make his home in the Fargo area. He

now lives in south Fargo and has been married for four years and has two children: Paige (3) and Wade (18 months). Rick is an

avid hunter, fisherman and all around sports lover.

Education:

B.A., Communications and Sociology; University of North Dakota; Grand Forks, ND


Fargo Moorhead Sertoma member

Greater Moorhead Day Parade volunteer/organizer

University of North Dakota Alumni Association member

Salvation Army Volunteer Hometown: Fargo, ND

Elizabeth Nelson Park Company Realtors, Realtor, Senior Sales Associate

Bio: Elizabeth manages the sales & transfer of Residential Pre-Existing & New Construction, Commercial, and Vacant Land Real Estate

working with both Buyers and Sellers. Elizabeth hails from just outside of Moorhead near Sabin, MN where she grew up on the

family farm. In her free time she enjoys riding her motorcycle, target shooting, training and showing her Doberman Pinscher

Zahne, trying to tame her wiley Cockatiel Soy Sauce, torturing herself with CrossFit with her workout obsessed trainer Boyfriend,

and playing on the farm with her gaggle of nieces and nephews in the area. Elizabeth calls South Fargo home where she looks

forward to the arrival of Doberman Pinscher #2 in March!!!

Education:

B.A., Psychology & Minor in Forensic Science I University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND


Lunch Buddy – Hawthorne Elementary School

Doberman Rescue of MN Volunteer

Vice Chair FMAAR Technology Committee

Vice Chair Park Company Realtors Technology Committee

Member of the ROW Brainstorming Committee Park Company Realtors Hometown: Moorhead, MN

Becky Kay Pfau Hospice of The Red River Valley, Patient Clinical Manager, RN

Bio: I have worked in the medical field most of my adult life. I became a Registered Nurse in 1981 and worked at MeritCare for 25 years as a primary nurse, charge nurse, and the clinical coordinator all on the Rehabilitation unit which I loved the patients and co-workers there! I presently work at Hospice of the Red River Valley as a clinical manager and have found my passion. I grew up in Linton ND – yes Lawrence Welk country on a farm with 7 siblings. We were taught at an early age the meaning of hard work but I wouldn’t have had it any other way. We are a very close family and spend as much time together as we can. I married Richard Pfau in 1985 and we have two boys. Richard, 25, who was in the marines for 6 years and is now pursuing a career in nursing in Minneapolis and presently works as an EMT. Michael just turned 20 years old and completed two years at UND in Grand Forks and will be doing a semester in France starting in September – how exciting and we will be going there over Christmas in Paris, France to visit him. He is majoring in Public Relations. We have one dog- Jack a shitzu and we love him dearly. I enjoy running, biking, reading, and family time. I ran my first half marathon this year!

Education:

Associate Degree in Nursing; NDSU

Bachelors Degree; University of Mary

Volunteer and Professional Activities:

Certification in Hospice and Pallative nursing, 2010

Leadership Development Training Program, 2006

Church of Nativity –actively involve

Nominated for 2010 YMCA Women of the Year- Wellness Category

Speaker/presenter at various high schools and NDSU on Hospice care

Hometown: Linton, ND

Amy Renelt Bank of the West, Enterprise Access Management Manager

Bio: Amy oversees the Enterprise Access Management Team at Bank of the West. Her Team is responsible for providing employees

with access to computer applications required to service Bank of the West customers. They are also responsible for facilitating

routine access reviews to verify continued need for system access. An alumna of NDSU, Amy and her husband, Aaron, are NDSU

Bison season ticket holders for football and men’s basketball. They attend at least one away football game each year;

Brookings, SD and Youngstown, OH are their destinations this year. Amy and Aaron have two daughters, Kiersten (age 7) and

Kelsey (almost 2). Her spare time is spent in activities with her family, cooking, and reading. She has recently pursued canning

and is trying out canning fruits and jelly this year.

Education:

B.S., Business Administration - North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND


United Way School Supply Drive backpack fill volunteer

Sunday School Teacher

South Elementary PTA

Fargo Jaycees 1998-2007, various local officer and state Program Manager roles Hometown: Hoople, ND

Sammi Rowe

Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, Executive Assistant

Bio: Sammi serves as Executive Assistant for the Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation. Having lived in the

F-M area for about seven years, she finds it to be a perfect balance between farm and city life. In her spare time, she enjoys

reading cookbooks and trying new recipes. She is somewhat addicted to HGTV and The Food Network, and her husband is

terrific at managing the DVR schedule. Sammi resides in South Fargo with her husband, Mitch, and two (really squeaky) guinea

pigs.

Education:

B.A., Business Marketing: Concordia College, Moorhead, MN Volunteer and Professional Activities:

YPN member Hometown: Hendricks, MN

Brittany Sickler U.S. Small Business Administration, Economic Development Specialist

Bio: Brittany coordinates SBA marketing and outreach activities for the SE region of ND as well as builds collaborative partnerships with small business stakeholders. A believer that not all who wander are lost, she has spent the past ten years studying, volunteering and working everywhere from Indiana to Miami to Guatemala and beyond, in addition to other world travels when time and budget coincide. All of these experiences have deepened her passion for investing in relationships, community capacity building and taking advantage of opportunities to learn new things. A new addition to the area, she has quickly become a Fargo advocate and loves to be out hiking, camping, kayaking, biking, snowshoeing, gardening and exploring. She also delights in ethnic foods, books, and speaking Spanish.

Education:

M.Sc., International Community Economic Development; Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH

B.A., Business Administration/Spanish; Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN


Member of the National Peace Corps Association

Microenterprise Development Institute, SNHU – 2008

AmeriCorps Alumni Member

VITA/TCE Volunteer Income Tax Preparer, Miami FL – 2007, 2008 Hometown: Bismarck, ND

Tamara Sprynczynatyk American Crystal Sugar, Budget/Cost Analyst

Bio: Tamara develops and administers the corporate budget/forecast process for Amercian Crystal Sugar Co. Tamara grew up on a

small farm near Hazen, ND and graduated from NDSU with her accounting degree. After working in Bismarck for a few years,

she found her way back to the RRV and has been living in Fargo since 2000. She enjoys the changing seasons and finds skiing the

best way to appreciate a snowy winter. Tamara has been married for almost 14 years and has a son in 5th grade and a daughter

in 1st grade. Most of her evenings are busy with kids sports activities and homework. When she finds free time, she enjoys

gardening, reading and long walks.

Education:

Bachelors of Science degree, majoring in Accounting and Business Administration Volunteer and Professional Activities:

ND Society of Certified Public Accountants

Fargo/Bismarck Chapter Society of CPAs

National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives

Bismarck National Management Association

Small Group Leader for Hopekids Hometown: Hazen, ND

Sara Stolt Noridian Mutual Insurance Company, Manager of Planning Human Resources and Development

Bio: Sara is responsible for creating the Human Resources & Development operational plan and managing the activities and projects

designed to meet human capital goals at Noridian. She is an avid reader and loves leadership development books focused on

emotional intelligence, managing performance and inspiring others. In her free time Sara loves to garden, dabble in

photography (primarily her three kiddos), and do fun Pinterest projects. Sara lives in North Fargo with her husband Bill, their

three children, Corbin (14), Connor (12) and Claire (3.5) and their two yellow labs, Buddy and Abby.

Education:

B.S., Speech and Mass Communications; North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND

Masters of Strategic Leadership; University of Mary, Fargo, ND


Confirmation Guide; Hope Lutheran Church, Fargo, ND

Junior Achievement, Board Member (August 2009-January 2011)

Junior Achievement, Classroom instructor (April 2009-2010)

The Forum, Reader’s Board (July 2008-June 2009)

Chamber of Commerce of Fargo Moorhead, Business Training Committee (Chair October 2003 to October 2004)

Chamber of Commerce of Fargo Moorhead, Young Professionals Network Planning Committee (2004-2006)

Hometown: Fargo, ND

Megan Stoner Marco Inc., Senior Project Manager

Bio: Megan’s duties at Marco as a Project Manager include setting and managing timeline, budgets and resources for a variety of

Voice, Data, Video and Print projects. Megan is resident of Moorhead currently where she grew up and graduated High School

and moved into her career. As a long time lakes lover, Megan enjoys her lake place in the summers with boating and fishing as

well as her new found love of KAYAKING! In the winters she gets through the cold time with ice fishing and snowmobiling. In her

free time Megan enjoys photography and golfing and just about anything else outdoors. Megan resides in Moorhead with her

husband of 6 years Corey, who is also in the technology business as a Systems Engineer as well as her two lovable pups Bailey

and Simon.

Education:

Currently Enrolled to complete B.A., Organizational Leadership; University of Mary, Fargo, ND


Active United Way Volunteer for Day of Caring, Backpack Drive and other Events

United Way Account Executive, 2011, 2012 & 2013

United Way Investment Committee, 2012 & 2013

Junior Achievement Volunteer, Spring 2013

Junior Achievement Big Bowl Committee, Current Hometown: Moorhead, MN

Adam Wendorf Otter Tail Corporation, Financial Operations Strategy Manager

Bio:

Adam works for Otter Tail Corporation in an analyst-type role for the non-utility business segment (manufacturing/construction companies),

called Varistar. He works with the Varistar companies to help analyze financial results, validate business forecasts and budgets, provide

financial modeling and strategic analysis, and supports other project work as needed. Adam grew up in central Wisconsin, and initially, found

his way to the Fargo-Moorhead area through college (Concordia) in the mid to late 90’s. Although he never thought he’d settle here with a

family, he’s always been very fond of the F-M community—and outside of the “sometimes” harsh winters, he thinks Fargo-Moorhead is a

great place to raise a family. In his spare time, Adam is involved with his kids and loves to coach sports. He has coached baseball for three

years in Moorhead and his past experience also involves coaching in both football and basketball. Adam resides in Moorhead with his wife,

Heather, and two boys, Alec (7) and Will (5). As a family they love the outdoors and travel is a priority in the household.

Education:

B.A., Business; Concordia College, Moorhead, MN (1999)

College of Business Administration, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh; completed coursework necessary for equivalency of BBA in Accounting (2002)


Moorhead Parks & Recreation Youth Baseball Coach (2011 – present)

Junior Achievement Volunteer (2012 – present)

F-M-WF Chamber Events (through Otter Tail, 2012 – present)

Sunday School Teacher (2010 – present)

WF Meals on Wheels Volunteer (2008-2009)

Hometown: Wausau, WI

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