What happens when employees become owners? In this episode of The Chamber Link, we explore how the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) model is transforming businesses across the Fargo-Moorhead region.Hear from Tammy Miller, former CEO of Border States, Shane Waslaski, CEO of Vistal, and Dan Martinson, CEO of Fargo Glass & Paint Co., as they share what it takes to transition to employee ownership—and the powerful effects it’s had on engagement, culture and long-term success.From succession planning to leadership development, these leaders offer practical insights on how ownership can inspire accountability, pride and purpose at every level of an organization.

As Fargo continues to grow, the Fargo Park District is reimagining what community spaces can be. In this episode, Chamber Executive Vice President Katherine Grindberg sits down with Craig Bjur (Fargo Park District Foundation), Susan Faus (Fargo Park District) and Kali Mork (Fargo Park District) to explore the transformative projects shaping our city—like the new Fargo Sports Center and the Island Park Pool renovations. Together, they discuss how these efforts are redefining recreation, enhancing accessibility and building stronger community connections across the region.

On this episode of The Chamber Link, we’re exploring how collaboration is driving workforce solutions across our region. From customized training and upskilling opportunities at Minnesota State Community and Technical College (MState), to inclusive pathways for New Americans through Global Refuge, to family economic empowerment efforts at Lakes and Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAPLP), partnerships are creating new ways to connect people to meaningful work.

In this episode, hosted by Chamber Vice President of Workforce, Jane Vangsness Frisch, you’ll hear from Amy Hochgraber of MState, Dan Hannaher of Global Refuge and Robin Christianson of CAPLP. Together, they share how their organizations are addressing workforce challenges, expanding opportunities and strengthening the future of our regional workforce.