I first heard about the “Faces of” concept in 2016 from a publisher out of Omaha, Nebraska. They had created a magazine that helps promote local business by featuring a “Face” of a specific business type (ex: “Face Of Architecture”). This publisher found that the publication was able to connect community members with local Omaha businesses. From there, I talked to other publishers and wanted to see how the publication was received in their markets. Overall, we found that the feedback was really great in those regions as well.
Of course, I love and will champion the idea of promoting our great community. This concept is a great way to represent how special Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo is. Yet, I decided to wait until 2021 to bring this product to the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo area. We hope you enjoy this publication and take the opportunity to get to know some of the people behind our thriving business community.
In 11 years, we have been able to create over 400 magazines. All of which are solely based in telling positive community stories! This is another piece to that puzzle and I truly believe you will enjoy reading about your friends and neighbors in the ensuing pages.
This publication is considered a “native advertising piece” in the publishing industry. This means that each “Face of” is a sponsored page and paid for by that advertiser. However, this is not a “Best of” publication – it is simply a way for our community to see some of the “Faces” of respective businesses. In turn, we are connecting our readers to businesses they may not even be aware of.
By making this a sponsored magazine, we were able to produce the publication at a high quality and make 50,000 copies free to the public. Our sales and editorial teams tried to ensure that we reached out to credible “Faces” of the categories we choose. Our goal is for readers to enjoy learning more about some of the people behind the businesses that make our community thrive. Hopefully, it will create a better sense of community and also encourage more of us to shop local!
-Mike Dragosavich, Publish
The Faces Of
Face Of CBD: Brett Erpelding , Northland Vapor
Face Of Men’s hair: Troy Rinehardt, Men’s Hair Co.
Face Of Residential Realtor: Aaron Greterman, Dream Real Estate
Face Of Wealth Management: Tom Stadum, Fjell Capital
Face Of HR and Payroll Services: Paul Highness & Kriss Burns, PRO Resources
Face Of Diamonds: Aaron Wimmer, Wimmer’s Diamonds
Face Of North Fargo Sports Bar: Nick Swanson, Herd & Horns
Face Of Business Technology: Shawn Peterson, Liberty Business Systems
Face Of Ice Cream: Troy and Diane DeLeon, The Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen
Face Of Youth Soccer: Staff, Players, Coaches & Families, Tri-City United Soccer Club
Face Of Residential Architecture: Jackson Strom & Team, Strom Architecture
Face Of Internet provider: Steve Mattern, Midco
Face Of Auto Detailing: Sarah Garza, The Auto Spa
Face Of Tattoo Studios: Joe Garza, Golden Needle Tattoo Studio
Face Of Residential Roofing: Adam Olson, Allstar Construction
Face Of BBQ: Amie Ysteboe Hopper & Steve Hopper, The Piggy BBQ
Face Of Self storage: Ben Hendricks, Five Star Storage
Face Of Interior Design & Window Coverings: Sylvia Lunski & Team, Design Direction
Face Of Home Building: Jessica Metcalf, Thomsen Homes
Face Of Home Building: Nate Anderson, Thomsen Homes
Face Of Home Building: Korey Zellers, Thomsen Homes
Face Of Home Building: Darcy Riddle, Thomsen Homes
Face Of Wedding Venues: Leah Halvorson, Avalon Events Center
Face Of Event Production: Brian Bestge, Mobile Pro
Face Of Men’s Fashion: Barry Gruchow & Team, Halberstadt’s On Broadway
Face Of Fine Dining: Taylor Snelling, Mezzaluna
Face Of Curly Hair Salon: Kristy Zimmerman, Uptown Curl
Face Of Windows: Mike Bullinger & Kelly McComb, Western Products
Face Of Fishing: Matthew Schneider, SCHEELS
Face Of Golf: Justin Gehrke, SCHEELS
Face Of Athletic Apparel: Amanda Levin, SCHEELS
Face Of Baseball: Andrew Herian, SCHEELS
Face Of Guns: Leon Streifel, SCHEELS
Face Of Shoes: Nathan Christenson, SCHEELS
Face Of Foundation Repair & Basement Waterproofing: Sam Menge, American Waterworks
Face Of Public Service: Sunny Branick & Hunter Hubrig, The City of Fargo
Face Of City Engineering: Jonathan Braski & Brenda Derrig, The City of Fargo
Face Of City Utilities: Jen Pickett, Ray Peterson, & Kimberly Jirava, The City of Fargo
Face Of Public Safety: Dawn Stollenwerk, Lacey Bunkelman, & Tyrell Fauske, The City of Fargo
Face Of Heavy Equipment: Executive Team, General Equipment & Supplies, Inc.
Face Of Education: Dean Ok-Hee Lee & Team, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Face Of Civil Engineering: Tim Arens, PE, Ackerman-Estvold
Face Of Staffing & Job Recruitment: Candice Ahmann, Express Employment Professionals
Face Of Staffing & Job Recruitment: Matt Helander, Express Employment Professionals
Face Of Siding: Officer Scott Moellenkamp & Team, ABC Seamless
Face Of Lumen Master: Tom Enright, GoodBulb
Face Of Home restoration: Ned Halilovic, Rainbow International
Face Of Commercial & Industrial Cleaning: Mirela Halilovic, Ambassador Cleaning
Face Of Commercial Litigation: Lee Grossman, SW&L Attorneys
Face Of Hospitals & Clinics: Front Line Workers, Essentia Health
Face Of Family Auto Sales: Deb Muscatell, Ward Muscatell, & Matt Halseth, Muscatell Subaru
Face Of Commercial Insurance: Josh Persons, Vaaler Insurance
Face Of Flooring & Cabinetry: Allen Ralston, Design Pro Flooring
Face Of Commercial Roofing & Architectural Sheet-Metal: The Herzog Family, Herzog Roofing Inc.
Face Of Fireworks: Steve Littlefield, Starr Fireworks
Face Of Family Law: Leah duCharme, Gjesdahl Law
Face Of Monuments & Memorials: Dustin Anderson & Team, Dakota Monument
Face Of Fireplaces: Chuck Iverson & Team, Hebron Brick
Face Of Gourmet Snacks: Clayton Cottman, Uncle Charlie’s Gourmet Snacks
Face Of LASIK: Michael Greenwood, Vance Thompson Vision
Face Of Massage Therapy School: Mario & Elaine Olivieri & Team, Josef’s School of Hair, Skin & Body
Face Of Residential and Commercial Fencing: Duane Ohm, Precision Fence
Face Of Armed Forces: Erik Wall & Team, North Dakota Army National Guard
Face Of Landscaping: Ryan Aakre, Signature Landscapes
Face Of Donuts: Mark Ostlund & Jeff Ostlund, Sandy’s Donuts & Coffee Shop
Face Of Auctioneer Services: Max Steffes, Steffes Group, Inc.
Face Of Building Materials: Fifth Generation Stenerson Family, Stenerson Lumber
Face Of Decorative Concrete: Seth Hirsch, Quality Coatings & Tile
Face Of Chiropractic: Dr. Jake Grinaker & Team, Strive Chiropractic
Face Of Home & Auto Insurance: Ross Uglem & Sam Westrick, Nodak Insurance Company
Face Of Senior Living: Eventide Team, Eventide
Face Of Cosmetic Dermatology: Dr. Tamra Schue-Garberg & Rick Schue & Team, Altaire Clinic
Face Of Foundations: Eric Wilkie, FM Area Foundation
Face Of Pool & spas: Steve Olson, Olson Pools & Spas
Face Of Telecommunications: Brian Crommett, 702 Communications
Face Of Auto Mechanic & Auto Body Repair: Matt Lachowitzer, Matt’s Automotive Service Center
