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Mandan’s Incentive Programs are Revitalizing the City

Since 2006, Mandan has been on a mission to change their business landscape through Ellen Huber, the Business Development & Communications Director of Mandan.
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Gizmonics Is Helping Small Ideas Turn Into Big Solutions

Evan and Ganya Anderson are the “Mad Scientist” and “Resident Geek” founders of Gizmonics, a service business that aims to support others in their creative endeavors through kickstarting new products, patents and prototypes. The two business creatives have always preferred taking the path less traveled.
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Dakota Media Access Gives A Voice to The Bis-Man Community

Formed in 1987, Dakota Media Access is a North Dakota nonprofit, 501(c) (3) corporation that aims to give creatives a media platform to speak their voice.
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Shop ND is Supporting One Small Business at A Time

Shop ND (shopnd.com) is an online marketplace that spotlights the North Dakota business community with no cost of enrollment to the retailer.
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Veteran Owned: Ginger Leaf Garden

Cassandra Mosbrucker, Owner and Founder of Ginger Leaf Garden LLC, is currently serving in the North Dakota Army National Guard and has served for the last 12 years. Due to her service she brings a unique perspective to the business world
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Josette Dupree is America’s Definition of an Entrepreneur

As the owner of Mandanbased cigar shop, Big Stick Cigars, as well as firearm store and shooting range, Dupree Firearms, Josette Dupree has cemented herself as a mainstay entrepreneur in the Bis-Man area.
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Supporting and Strengthening Women Business Owners Across the State

Brittany Kennedy, and her mom, Cathy Ehlis, are best friends. Both are determined goal getters with an immense love for community, travel and a great cup of coffee.
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Verity Homes is Making a Rockin’ Impact on the Community

Verity Homes is proud to say that they’re also in the business of giving back to their community. This year, Verity Homes is supporting Furry Friends Rockin’ Rescue, a nonprofit animal rescue founded in 2015. I sat down with Ashley Anderson and Julie Schirado of Verity Homes and Furry Friends Rockin’ Rescue to learn more about the work they’re doing together, what each group represents and what’s coming to the Bis-Man area!
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Meet the Bismarck & Mandan Mayors

A thriving business Community oftentimes depends on the ambition of those leading it. Business is booming in the BisMan area, but with the proper goals, determination and guidelines, the next few years are looking better than ever for the community. I sat down with the Mayors of Bismarck and Mandan, Michael Schmitz (Bismarck) and Tim Helbling (Mandan), to discuss the business history within the area, how the cities have interacted with one another, the best resources for business owners and much more.
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How JLG is Sticking to Their Roots

JLG Architects has spent the past 33 years creating dynamic destinations that give back to the communities they’re proud to call home.
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Silicon Plains is Rethinking Tech Services

With technology seemingly changing on a dime in recent years, it can be challenging to keep up with the latest and greatest in the IT and software industry.
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How Colton Shoults is Leading the Restaurant Industry and Beyond

Today, Shoults operates a multitude of businesses across the Bismarck-Mandan area, including Grand Junction Grilled Subs, Laughing Sun Brewing Co., The CraftCade, Northern Immersion and more.
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Women You Should Know: Andrea Birst

Lotus Midwest visited with Andrea Birst, owner of Glance Spa and Salon.
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Veteran Feature: Pursuing A Passion with Blitzkrieg Blasting

Jim Letzring is a veteran of the Army National Guard, in which he served for 27 years.
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Nonprofit of the Month: Keeping the Promise

Nonprofit organizations are oftentimes overlooked in the community due to a lack of promotional funds and advertising, amongst other reasons.
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Entrepreneur Spotlight: Matt & Alexa Frank’s Silo Salon

Silo Salon is a hair salon that provides cosmetology services, including hair cutting and coloring services, to the Bismarck-Mandan community.
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Entrepreneur Spotlight: Robert “Bert” Massie’s Ope Unlimited

Massie has nearly a decade of experience, as he’s been making skincare products since 2013!
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Marketing Ideas for Growing Your Business From The VBOC

The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling, and resource partner referrals to transitioning service members, veterans, National Guard & Reserve members, and military spouses interested in starting or growing a small business.
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Dress Accordingly with Your Day By Nicole

Having always wanted to work in the bridal industry, it was a dream come true when a few of Delaney Johansen’s friends who were brides of Nicole’s had passed Johansen’s name along and she was given the opportunity to help start-up Your Day by Nicole’s newest location in Bismarck, which opened in December of 2021.
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HealthPartners is Your Partner With A Plan

When it feels like you’re caught between rising prescription drug costs and your company’s bottom line, HealthPartners is your partner with a plan.
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Troy Nelson

One of the Top Financial Advisors in the Country: Advice and a Q&A With Troy Nelson

Although Troy Nelson is not mentioned among the local celebrities like Carson Wentz and others who have reached the top of their professional arena, he sure should be.
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Hope Sisk

Women You Should Know: Hope Sisk

In the beginning, Hope Sisk had the dream of being a poet. Then, she discovered a passion for storytelling and making an impact on viewers.
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Shawn Peterson

Sales Intelligence: Harnessing The Power of Data in Today’s Marketplace

How can Sales Intelligence be used? And how can it support you and your sales team?
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simple sugar

Simple Sugar is Reinventing the Dessert Business

In November of 2018, the Binstock family founded Simple Sugar, a cotton candy company that specializes in creating flavorful, local, allergen-friendly alternatives.
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Kristin Chorne

Entrepreneur Spotlight: Kristin Chorne

Gratitude Spa and Salon is a full-service spa and salon that offers all hair services, manicures and pedicures, massages and much more.
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Jade Scherr

Entrepreneur Spotlight: Jade Scherr

Hexahive proudly advertises that they will scale their operations to the client’s needs, increasing success through a tailored experience.
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Marlo Anderson

Entrepreneur Spotlight: Marlo Anderson

National Day Calendar aggregates National Days that are posted on their website and social media, then sent to their email list for all subscribers to enjoy.
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Thom Brigl

Entrepreneur Spotlight: Thom Brigl

The Bismarck Bobcats are a Tier II junior ice hockey team in the North American Hockey League’s Central Division.
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Shane Balkowitsch

Entrepreneur Spotlight: Shane Balkowitsch

Balkowitsch Enterprises, Inc. was one of the very first online merchandising companies in North Dakota.
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Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center

Nonprofit of the Month: Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center

In every 10 children will be a victim of sexual abuse by their 18th birthday, according to the Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center.
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