HR Specialist II, Doosan Bobcat
Q: Tell us about yourself.
A: Hi—I’m Hunter! I grew up in Beulah, North Dakota, and moved to Fargo to attend NDSU, where I earned my degree in business administration. I now work at Bobcat as an HR Specialist in People Relations, supporting the full employee lifecycle, day‑to‑day relations needs, and community engagement.
Outside of work, I’m happiest spending time with family and friends, traveling, serving at church, playing volleyball, being outdoors, reading, and cooking. Strong, authentic relationships matter deeply to me, and I take every opportunity to connect, listen, and support the people around me.
Q: Who has been the most influential mentor in your life, and why?
A: I’ve been extremely fortunate to have many great mentors throughout my life—both formal and informal—and I could easily list more than a handful of people who have shaped who I am today. From my parents, who always encouraged me to work hard at all I do and to do the right thing, to the colleagues and leaders who have supported and encouraged my growth in the workplace, I’m grateful for each of them.
One mentor I’m continually thankful for is my friend Sarah. She is selfless, caring, honest, and consistently stands up for what’s right. She advocates for those who are underserved or overlooked and challenges others to do the same. Even though we work in different industries, I deeply admire her character and wisdom, and I hope to carry those same qualities forward in my own life and career.
Q: What does success look like to you right now?
A: Right now, success for me looks like learning how to thrive in a business and world that is constantly evolving, continuing to learn, building confidence, making a meaningful impact where I am, and being someone who elevates the people and environment around me
Q: What community issue do you feel deserves more attention?
A: One issue that weighs on my heart and something I feel deserves more attention is supporting kids who are going through tough circumstances. Foster families play such an important role, and the ones who step up do incredible work. I also know fostering isn’t easy—it takes patience, flexibility, and a lot of compassion. I truly admire the people who take on that responsibility, and I know there’s still so much opportunity to support both these families and the children they care for.
