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Sandy McMerty
Sandy McMerty is a force of nature when it comes to two issues about which she is passionate: proclaiming North Dakota’s greatness and giving people with disabilities the opportunity to lead full, satisfying lives. Age: 37 Position: Digital Communications and Marketing Manager, North Dakota Department of Commerce Family: I’m the youngest by 9 years from [...]
Blake A. Feil, DDS
Blake Feil opened his Bismarck orthodontics office in 2009 and has since opened a satellite office in Hazen. Age: 29 Position: Orthodonist at Feil Orthodontics Family: Single, no children Hobbies: I enjoy outdoor activities like hunting, camping, hiking and biking. I also dabble in wood carving, photography and painting when I have the time. I [...]
Vanessa Veflin
Vanessa Veflin has only been with DFC Consultants for less than a year, but she brings humor and professionalism into everything she does. Age: 36 Position and company: Sales and Marketing Assistant, DFC Consultants, Inc., Fargo Family: I am single with two adorable puppy dogs, Charlie and Chester. Hobbies: I am a huge Denver Bronco’s [...]
Andrea Bowman
Andrea Bowman is resourceful in creating partnerships for community organizations and successful in bringing thousands of dollars in funding to support multiple educational projects in rural communities. Age: 30 Position: NDSU Bowman County Extension Agriculture Agent Family: Husband, Eric; children, Dillon ,5, Livia, 3, Grayson, 6 months Hobbies: Spending time with my family, gardening, being [...]
Capt. Penny Ripperger
Penny Ripperger wears multiple hats working for both the North Dakota Air National Guard and the Fargo Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. Age: 33 Position: Communications Specialist and My HealtheVet Coordinator for Fargo Veterans Affairs Healthcare System and Public Affairs Officer for North Dakota Air National Guard Family: Jeremy Ripperger, husband of 10 years in August; [...]
Melissa Beach
With her role at the Traill County Economic Development Commission, Melissa Beach is an increasingly valuable member of Traill County and the surrounding area. Age: 26 Position: Executive Director at the Traill County Economic Development Commission Family: Husband, Josh; son, Easton, 9 months Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading and supporting local sporting events. Community [...]
Jannelle Combs
An energy attorney with particular experience in preparing oil and gas drilling title options, Jannelle Combs helps landowners, leaseholders and energy developers identify ownership stakes in the minerals far beneath North Dakota’s surface. Age: 37 Position: Shareholder Attorney at Leonard, Street and Deinard Family: Husband, Drew Combs, North Dakota Director of Minerals Management; son, Ian, [...]
Emily Johnson
Emily Johnson’s background is in banking and finance, which seems like and odd fit for an engineering firm, when in fact, her skills and educational background are a perfect match for Kadrmas, Lee and Jackson. Age: 28 Position: Marketing Manager at Kadrmas, Lee and Jackson Family: Spouse, David Johnson Hobbies: My main hobbies are cooking, [...]
Anthony “Tony” Hollar
Tony Hollar and his business partner, Marcus Hieb, of Advanced Physical Therapy have what they call the “grandma rule;” they treat every single patient the way they would want their closest family members to be treated. Age: 34 Position: Owner and Physical Therapist at Advanced Physical Therapy Family: Wife, Kristi; daughter, Ava, 6; son, Pierce, [...]
Jon Simmers
Jon Simmers is determined to make Bismarck Aero Center successful, protect its employees, show appreciation to co-workers and customers and give back to the community. Age: 33 Position: CEO of Bismarck Aero Center Family: Katie (spouse), Harrison (4 years), Jackson (Angel Baby), Julia (1 month) and Pepper (dog) Hobbies: Spending time with my family, home [...]
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