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Ben Holsen Built the Solar Company He Couldn’t Find
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In This IssueJune 2026 · The Josh Duhamel the Entrepreneur Issue
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Ben Holsen Built the Solar Company He Couldn’t Find
Jun 9PeopleHealthcare
Josh Duhamel on Building GATLAN
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Smart Money Starts Here
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Jay Dietz Construction are the Permanent LED Lighting Experts
Jun 3Advice · PartnerFounders
Starting Is Bold. Staying Open is Smarter.
Jun 3Tech · PartnerNonprofit
Audio Architecture: Building Better Sound
Jun 3Businesses · PartnerStartups
The Power of Partnership
Jun 3Businesses · PartnerFounders
Fair Hills at 100
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Josh Duhamel on Building GATLAN
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Smart Money Starts Here
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May 29PeopleFounders
New Business: Bounce House Party
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New Business: JOY Studio
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aerialPLOT Relocates
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New Business: Birdie’s Athletic Club
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United Way of Cass-Clay’s 35 Under 35 2026 Class – Shannon Neisen
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First Choice Apparel and Embroidery to close after 30 years; retirement liquidation sale begins June 9
Why it matters for FMA north Fargo apparel and embroidery business operating since 1995, with a current location in Trollwood Village, will close at end of June, ending a 30-year local retail presence.
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Audio Architecture: Building Better Sound
When an audience attends a professional event, they shouldn’t necessarily notice the audio.
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Aethero Advanced Analytics Wants to Keep Buildings Healthy
This company is all about building health.
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Need An Event Expert? Ask Livewire!
Your event isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s an investment and a key opportunity to connect, inspire, and celebrate your business or organization.
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Icon Systems is Built For Real People, Built to Last
In a software world that loves shiny trends and churn, Icon Systems Inc. has made a different bet by staying close to the people doing the work, make the tools simple, and let the power hide under the
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