# Fargo INC! — Full Index

> Recent stories from Fargo INC!, the Fargo–Moorhead area's monthly business magazine, grouped by section and series. Sponsored stories are clearly labeled as Partner Content. For the curated overview see https://fargoinc.com/llms.txt.

## Businesses — https://fargoinc.com/businesses
- [The Warrior's Path: Dean Dauphinais and Native Veterans](https://fargoinc.com/the-warriors-path-dean-dauphinais-and-native-veterans): Dean Dauphinais is a Marine Corps veteran, enrolled Turtle Mountain Chippewa member, and advocate rewriting the narrative for Native American veterans through both nonprofit work and his own business, Native Eco Solutions.
- [One Voice, Thousands of Missions: NDANO's Kayla Deitch](https://fargoinc.com/one-voice-thousands-of-missions-ndanos-kayla-deitch): Kayla Deitch became the first full-time executive director of the North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations, bringing an entrepreneurial background to a sector she believes needs one voice representing thousands of missions.
- [Sean Mastel: Building Eyewear to Last](https://fargoinc.com/sean-mastel-building-eyewear-to-last): After more than 20 years in the optical industry, Sean Mastel is opening Mastel Made, a downtown Fargo studio handcrafting eyeglass frames designed to last, not disposable eyewear replaced every few years.
- [Kevin Biffert: The Engineer Teaching Cattle to Talk](https://fargoinc.com/kevin-biffert-the-engineer-teaching-cattle-to-talk): Kevin Biffert spent decades building precision manufacturing equipment before turning that expertise toward cattle. His company, 70ix, makes GPS ear tags designed to give ranchers an early warning system for their herds.
- [Bringing Private Equity Home: Broadwater Capital](https://fargoinc.com/bringing-private-equity-home-broadwater-capital): Broadwater Capital buys equity in established Greater Midwest businesses instead of lending money, built by founder Erik Barner to bring institutional private equity expertise back home to North Dakota.
- [No Bank? No Problem: ND Funding Beyond Traditional Loans](https://fargoinc.com/no-bank-no-problem-nd-funding-beyond-traditional-loans): North Dakota business owners have more funding options than "get a loan." This guide breaks down the state's gap financing, loan guarantees, tax tools, and grant programs, and which ones fit which kind of business.
- [Why the Best Time to Plan Your Business Exit Is Now](https://fargoinc.com/why-the-best-time-to-plan-your-business-exit-is-now): The best exit strategy starts years before you plan to leave. Mark Schiller of Williams & Schiller on building a business that's ready when you are.
- [A Financial Institution You Own: Capital Credit Union](https://fargoinc.com/a-financial-institution-you-own-capital-credit-union): Capital Credit Union has grown from 33 members in 1936 to more than 33,000 today. Here's how member ownership shapes everything from rates to service
- [Building Custom? Start With Better Questions](https://fargoinc.com/building-custom-start-with-better-questions-2): Before you ask what a custom home costs per square foot, ask what's actually included. Radiant Homes' David Reid breaks down the questions that matter more.
- [Amplify Your Brand with Professional Video Production](https://fargoinc.com/amplify-your-brand-with-professional-video-production): You don't need to be a video expert to get a video that actually works. You just need to know what you're trying to say.
- [Fueling the Nodak Dream](https://fargoinc.com/fueling-the-nodak-dream): How the ND SBDC Drives Our State's Economic Engine
- [What Really Drives Remodel Cost in 2026 (Hint: It’s Not the Tile)](https://fargoinc.com/what-really-drives-remodel-cost-in-2026-hint-it-s-not-the-tile): The first question most homeowners ask when exploring a remodel is cost—and understandably so.

## Tech — https://fargoinc.com/tech
- [What You Should Know About Data Centers](https://fargoinc.com/what-you-should-know-about-data-centers): From powering AI to supporting everyday technology, data centers are making headlines. Here's why, and what North Dakota stands to gain or lose.
- [Audio Architecture: Building Better Sound](https://fargoinc.com/audio-architecture-building-better-sound): When an audience attends a professional event, they shouldn’t necessarily notice the audio.
- [Precision Planning: From Idea,to Incredible](https://fargoinc.com/precision-planning-from-ideato-incredible): Livewire can make your event amazing!
- [Aethero Advanced Analytics Wants to Keep Buildings Healthy](https://fargoinc.com/aethero-advanced-analytics-wants-to-keep-buildings-healthy): This company is all about building health.
- [I Can Advertise There!?](https://fargoinc.com/i-can-advertise-there): We can help you advertise almost anywhere!
- [Need An Event Expert? Ask Livewire!](https://fargoinc.com/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.
- [Icon Systems is Built For Real People, Built to Last](https://fargoinc.com/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
- [Livewire: Live Event Production Growth Leader](https://fargoinc.com/livewire-live-event-production-growth-leader-2): Livewire is a full-service live event and video production company that transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences.
- [FamGenix is Charting a New Path for Preventative Healthcare](https://fargoinc.com/famgenix-is-charting-a-new-path-for-preventative-healthcare): In 1996, long before genetic testing was a buzzword and decades before terms like “precision medicine” entered mainstream healthcare, software entrepreneur Mike Brammer was already envisioning a futur
- [TEDxFargo 2025: Where Every Thread Tells a Story](https://fargoinc.com/tedxfargo-2025-where-every-thread-tells-a-story): For the first time in TEDxFargo history, we are hosting a two-day event! TEDxFargo will be held over two-days, giving attendees the option to experience one day or both. Each day will offer a unique l
- [gener8tor’s Most Recent gBETA Cohort](https://fargoinc.com/gener8tors-most-recent-gbeta-cohort): gener8tor, a nationally ranked venture capital firm and accelerator, in partnership with the North Dakota Growth Fund and 50 South Capital, has been working in our state to assist startups in our area
- [Ask The Expert: Why Livewire is Your Event Production Partner](https://fargoinc.com/ask-the-expert-why-livewire-is-your-event-production-partner): As event producers, we pour our hearts and souls into crafting unforgettable experiences for our clients’ audiences.

## People — https://fargoinc.com/people
- [10 Questions with Jack Brodshaug: Flatland Capital Group's Co-Founder & COO](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-jack-brodshaug-flatland-capital-groups-co-founder-and-coo): John Machacek's 10 Questions column sits down with Jack Brodshaug to talk financing programs for ag retailers, building a startup after a corporate career, and what brought him back to the FM area.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Mustafa Fakhri, Founder, Dirt Dive](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-mustafa-fahkri-founder-dirt-dive): Most people fertilize their soil. Dirt Dive founder Mustafa Fakhri is doing something almost nobody else is, using microscopic protozoa to fix it from the inside out. John Machacek gets the full story.
- [Meet the 2026 DisruptHR Speakers](https://fargoinc.com/meet-the-2026-disrupthr-speakers): Occasionally, an event emerges that shakes things up—one that challenges your perspective and leaves you inspired. That event is DisruptHR.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Kelly Yanke Deltener, Founder & Product Strategist at Podshot](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-kelly-yanke-deltener-founder-and-product-strategist-at-podshot): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Kelly Yanke Deltener, founder & product strategist at Podshot.
- [Josh Duhamel on Building GATLAN](https://fargoinc.com/josh-duhamel-gatlan): TRT, GATLAN, and the business of personalized health.
- [Smart Money Starts Here](https://fargoinc.com/smart-money-starts-here): Navigating your financial journey can be overwhelming.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Ryan Raguse, Acre Almanac](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-ryan-raguse-acre-almanac): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Ryan Raguse.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Paul Breuler, Founder, BaseState LLC](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-paul-breuler-founder-basestate-llc): Here are John Machacek’s 10 Questions for Paul Breuler.
- [New Business: Bounce House Party](https://fargoinc.com/new-business-bounce-house-party): Bounce House Party grew out of hard lessons about margins, logistics, and what families actually need.
- [New Business: JOY Studio](https://fargoinc.com/new-business-joy-studio): To truly understand JOY Studio, you need to feel the fabric and see the beautiful, loose, textured garments from handwoven fabric that dates back to the 1960s.
- [aerialPLOT Relocates](https://fargoinc.com/aerialplot-relocates): For all the sophistication of modern agriculture, a surprising amount of field research still comes down to a person with a clipboard, a pen, and a best guess.
- [New Business: Birdie’s Athletic Club](https://fargoinc.com/new-business-birdies-athletic-club): Our area is not built for golf.

## Advice — https://fargoinc.com/advice
- [Building Custom? Start With Better Questions](https://fargoinc.com/building-custom-start-with-better-questions): "A price means very little until you understand what is included." Here's what to ask instead.
- [Retiring, Investing, or Changing Jobs? Legacy Wealth Can Help](https://fargoinc.com/retiring-investing-or-changing-jobs-legacy-wealth-can-help-dd-a-couple-more-paragraphs-of-setup): Four questions people actually ask about retiring, investing, and changing jobs, answered by the people who hear them every day.
- [Concert Production: Staging the Spectacular](https://fargoinc.com/concert-production-staging-the-spectacular): Livewire's Zane Biles breaks down the technical architecture behind a flawless live concert, from power and staging to sound engineering and artist support.
- [Buy Now or Wait? Why Strategy Matters More Than Timing for Homebuyers](https://fargoinc.com/buy-now-or-wait-why-strategy-matters-more-than-timing-for-homebuyers): Nine Gate City Bank mortgage lenders share their best advice for navigating today's housing market, proving that a smart strategy matters more than trying to time the perfect rate.
- [Starting Is Bold. Staying Open is Smarter.](https://fargoinc.com/starting-is-bold-staying-open-is-smarter): Opening your business takes courage.
- [What to Know About Wisdom Teeth, Oral Surgery, and Access to Care](https://fargoinc.com/face-jaw-surgery-wisdom-teeth): Face & Jaw Surgery Center's doctors on when wisdom teeth should come out, how the referral process works, and what oral surgery and recovery really look like.
- [Spring Financial Checkup](https://fargoinc.com/spring-financial-checkup): 5 tips!
- [Big Ideas Are Everywhere. Momentum is What Matters](https://fargoinc.com/big-ideas-are-everywhere-momentum-is-what-matters): For Fargo’s next generation of entrepreneurs, it’s not just the idea.
- [Wellness Isn’t a “Perk”—It’s a Business Imperative](https://fargoinc.com/wellness-isnt-a-perk-its-a-business-imperative-2): Today’s workforce is asking a direct question—will this company support my health, my mental wellbeing, and my ability to sustain a career here?
- [The Big Picture: The Power of Live Projection](https://fargoinc.com/the-big-picture-the-power-of-live-projection): At Livewire, we believe that every surface is a canvas.
- [“Am I on the Right Path Toward Retirement?”](https://fargoinc.com/am-i-on-the-right-path-toward-retirement): This question is at the heart of most concerns about investing and retiring.
- [Wellness Isn’t a “Perk” – It’s a Business Imperative](https://fargoinc.com/wellness-isnt-a-perk-its-a-business-imperative): Wellness is so important!

## Events — https://fargoinc.com/events
- [TEDxFargo: A Staple Event Since 2012](https://fargoinc.com/tedxfargo-a-staple-event-since-2012): Groundbreaking ideas since 2012.
- [Fabricators Unlimited Celebrating 40 Years](https://fargoinc.com/fabricators-unlimited-celebrating-40-years): 40 years of helping the FM community!
- [Midwest Summits Convening The Region’s Leading Businesses, Leaders, And Ideas](https://fargoinc.com/midwest-summits-convening-the-regions-leading-businesses-leaders-and-ideas): The Midwest Summits are a dynamic series of high-impact events where we bring together national and regional experts, business leaders, policymakers, and industry associations to explore four core pil
- [Suite Shots is Where Winter Fun Never Takes a Break](https://fargoinc.com/suite-shots-is-where-winter-fun-never-takes-a-break): Make your holiday special with Suite Shots!
- [Orchestrating Perfection: Why A Livewire Technical Director is Your Event’s Best Asset](https://fargoinc.com/orchestrating-perfection-why-a-livewire-technical-director-is-your-event-best-asset): Make sure you have the perfect event!
- [Setting Your Event Apart](https://fargoinc.com/setting-your-event-apart): At Livewire, a great event isn’t just about stunning lights, high-quality video, and crisp, punchy sound; it’s about helping your on-stage talent—and your brand—truly stand out.
- [Suite Shots Event Guide](https://fargoinc.com/suite-shots-event-guide): Golf may be our game, but hosting unforgettable events is our specialty.
- [Turning Lights Into Impact: How BIO Girls and Mobile Pro Built a Gala That Moves a Community](https://fargoinc.com/turning-lights-into-impact-how-bio-girls-and-mobile-pro-built-a-gala-that-moves-a-community): On a crisp fall evening in Fargo, hundreds gather in a room alive with anticipation.
- [Fluid Interiors is Reimagining the Modern Workplace](https://fargoinc.com/fluid-interiors-is-reimagining-the-modern-workplace): The office is no longer just a place to clock in—it’s a destination.
- [Outdoor Events: How Can I Plan For Success?](https://fargoinc.com/outdoor-events-how-can-i-plan-for-success): As the weather turns warmer, the appeal of outdoor events amplifies!
- [Unlocking Potential Through Strong Leadership](https://fargoinc.com/unlocking-potential-through-strong-leadership): What kind of community do we want to be? One that watches from the sidelines as challenges grow—or one that steps up, leads with purpose, and creates meaningful change?
- [Meet AAF-ND](https://fargoinc.com/meet-aaf-nd): The American Advertising Federation of North Dakota (AAF-ND) is one of 210 local affiliates of the national American Advertising Federation (AAF), dedicated to supporting our region’s advertising and

## Series: 10 Questions — https://fargoinc.com/series/10-questions
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Ryan Raguse, Acre Almanac](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-ryan-raguse-acre-almanac): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Ryan Raguse.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Paul Breuler, Founder, BaseState LLC](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-paul-breuler-founder-basestate-llc): Here are John Machacek’s 10 Questions for Paul Breuler.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Shannon and Adam Wiedman, Starbird Lounge](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-shannon-and-adam-wiedman-starbird-lounge): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Adam Wiedman.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: David Batcheller (Josda)](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-david-batcheller-josda): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for David Batcheller, Co-Founder, Josda.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Nick Horob, Nerd Out](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-nick-horob-nerd-out): These are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Nick Horob.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Mason Ware (Ware Software)](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-mason-ware-ware-software): John Machacek, Chief Innovation Officer for the Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, has worked with countless startups throughout our community over the past nine years.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Kayla Deitch, Founder & CEO of Execla](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-kayla-deitch-founder-ceo-of-execla): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Kayla Deitch, Founder & CEO, Execla.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Adam Zach, CEO, Zegacy](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-adam-zach-ceo-zegacy): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Adam Zach, CEO, Zegacy.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Melanie Rudd (Ezer)](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-melanie-rudd-ezer): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Melanie Rudd, Founder, Ezer.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Alex Warner, Founder & CEO of Work Odyssey](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-alex-warner-founder-ceo-of-work-odyssey): Here are John Machacek’s 10 questions for Alex Warner, Founder & CEO, Work Odyssey.
- [10 Questions with John Machacek: Scott Meyer, CEO, Chipp](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-scott-meyer-ceo-chipp): John Machacek, Chief Innovation Officer for the Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, has worked with countless startups throughout our community over the past nine years.
- [10 Questions With John Machacek: Peter Chamberlain, WalkWise, Inc.](https://fargoinc.com/10-questions-with-john-machacek-peter-chamberlain-walkwise-inc): John Machacek, Chief Innovation Officer for the Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, has worked with countless startups throughout our community over the years.

## Series: Young Entrepreneurs — https://fargoinc.com/series/young-entrepreneurs
- [Young Entrepreneur: Parker Hage, Stick With Parker](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-parker-hage-stick-with-parker): Meet Parker Hage.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Kylee West, The Soda Shack](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-kylee-west-the-soda-shack): Meet Kylee West
- [Young Entrepreneur: Kyle Vonasek, Open Field Group](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-kyle-vonasek-open-field-group): Meet Kyle Vonasek
- [Young Entrepreneur: Grayson Goheen, Bubba’s Euros](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-grayson-goheen-bubbas-euros): Meet Grayson Goheen.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Emmet and Margo, Emmet’s Creations](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-emmet-and-margo-emmets-creations): Meet Emmet and Margo.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Simon Murphy, The Ski & Bike Shop](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-simon-murphy-the-ski-bike-shop): Meet Simon Murphy.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Lyric, LVL Glow Beauty Co.](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-lyric-lvl-glow-beauty-co): Meet Lyric.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Jesse Hoss, Delegated Task](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneur-jesse-hoss-delegated-task): Meet Jesse Hoss.
- [Young Entrepreneurs: Urban Selection](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneurs-urban-selection): In 2022, Fargo welcomed Urban Selection, a storefront dedicated to bringing exclusive sneakers and accessories to the area.
- [Young Entrepreneurs: Michael Nash](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneurs-michael-nash): Michael Nash’s life journey has taken him all around the globe.
- [Young Entrepreneurs: Andrew Gravdahl](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneurs-andrew-gravdahl): At just 24 years old, Andrew Gravdahl is working to transform the way people think about their morning coffee.
- [Young Entrepreneurs: Thea Werlinger, Owner, Bakehouse 23](https://fargoinc.com/young-entrepreneurs-thea-werlinger-owner-bakehouse-23): Thea Werlinger, owner of Bakehouse 23, has a passion for baking that has been nurtured since childhood through her time at Gigi’s Cupcakes to today where she is crafting custom orders in her own store

## Series: New on the Block — https://fargoinc.com/series/new-on-the-block
- [New Businesses! 37 New Spots Across Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo](https://fargoinc.com/new-businesses-2026): From experiential retail and globally influenced dining to wellness spaces and four-season entertainment — the 37 new businesses that opened across Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo this year.

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