Blogs | New Day with Ashley
New Day is all about making the most of each New Day. It’s about stepping up to challenges and discovering what’s possible. Ashley’s guests are people in your community, who are taking risks, creating opportunities, and making the most of each New Day. They share their stories of what they have created, and the grit and perseverance it took to get there. Get ready to be encouraged and inspired to make the most of your New Day!
New Day with Ashley - Ryan Fritz - Office Sign Company
Great design happens when creativity and passion collide. An artist at heart, founder and CEO of Office Sign Company, Ryan Fritz has been leading the way from a basement start-up 15 years ago to one of the premier e-commerce companies in Fargo. Specializing in a variety of sign products and personalized goods, they pri...
Nov 02, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Brad Nordstrom - Maximum Performance and Fitness
My guest today comes with over 25 years of experience in the fitness and personal training field. Brad Nordstrom, founder and owner of Maximum Performance and Fitness has been changing lives through his and his companies mission, to provide a comprehensive training facility to help individuals attain improved overall ...
Nov 02, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Shannon Full - FMWF Chamber of Commerce
A passion for people and community has been the driving force for my guest today. The President and CEO of the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce, Shannon Full brings over 20 years of experience working with chambers from across four states. As a pro-business advocate, it's clear that Shannon is an experienc...
Oct 12, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Seth Carlson - Dakota Timber Company
There is power in being "American-Made". What began as a small post-college side-hustle job to make ends meet, has now expanded into a full-scale, sustainable wood manufacturing plant. Seth Carlson is the founder and president of Dakota Timber Company, who started in 2013. They are in the business of selling ...
Oct 05, 2022
New Day with Ashley - David Reid - Radiant Homes
This week, I sat down with David Reid, President and Owner of Radiant Homes. David leads a team of experts that are building dream homes designed specifically for the lives their clients are building. We discuss how growing up in the industry inspired his career, despite some advice to pursue other careers, as well as...
Aug 25, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Ashley Morken - Unglued
This week, I had a magical conversation with Unglued's founder and owner, Ashley Morken. If you've never been to this creative shop, Unglued is a modern handmade gift shop featuring over 200 local and regional makers. It's a whimsical store, basically a real life Etsy shop that also organizes awesome events to inspir...
Aug 17, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Erik Hatch - Hatch Realty & Hatch Coaching
This week I had the honor of sitting down with Erik Hatch, CEO of Hatch Realty and Hatch Coaching. Erik is an extremely passionate leader who is impacting the world, well beyond the real estate market. A serial entrepreneur with numerous businesses, his true passion is serving people and helping lead others to find th...
Aug 10, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Patrick Kirby - Do Good Better Consulting
My guest today brings a ton of energy and excitement, with a passion for the non-profit world!Patrick Kirby has spent nearly 2 decades working as a fundraiser in the nonprofit industry and is the champion cheerleader of nonprofits! Patrick is the Founder of Do Good Better Consulting, author of the Amazon best seller Fu...
Aug 03, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Lisa and Bryce Niemiller - Elevate Rock School
Today's guests have a passion for music and I'm not talking just listening to or playing music, but rather inspiring kids to learn to play music! Bryce and Lisa Niemiller are the owners of Elevate Rock School in Fargo. They've said good bye to the days of boring music lessons and hello to a new and exciting way of lea...
Jul 27, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Adam Martin - F5 Project
My guest today has truly made the most of each New Day. He's hit the refresh key on life and now, he's leading the way to help those who've been incarcerated or suffer with an addiction, discover the power to change and make a better life. Founder and CEO of the non-profit, F5 Project, Adam Martin believes everyone de...
Jul 20, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Trevor Hausauer - Valley Vital Medicine
When it comes to healthcare, my guest is pushing the boundaries of Functional Medicine in the Red River Valley. Trevor Hausauer, a Family Nurse Practitioner is the founder and owner of Valley Vital Medicine. Trevor offers his patients a new way to find the root cause of their symptoms and get them to feel and function...
Jul 13, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Cody Cashman - Red River Valley Fair
The 10 Best Days Of Summer are almost here and the man leading the way of this great event joins me today. Cody Cashman is the CEO at the Red River Valley Fair. Being involved in fairs his entire life, Cody has brought his passion for the fair and creating awesome community events to the Red River Valley. You'll love...
Jul 06, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Joe & Simone Burgum - Folkways
My guests today have a passion for building community. It's the immersive experiences they've developed that are bringing people together in our community, to thrive. Joe and Simone Burgum from Folkways are on a mission...to make Fargo the best place on earth to live! Join our conversation to learn about who Folkway...
Jun 29, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Nate & Mandie Drege - Abide Home + Design
Home is where the heart is and my guests are a husband and wife team that help put heart at the center of your home. Owners of Abide Home + Design, Nate and Mandie Drege create cozy spaces through Renovation + Design that will forever feel like home. Join my conversation with them, as we learn about the journey of st...
Jun 22, 2022
New Day with Ashley: Christy Tehven - Love Always Floral
Love always wins! I love the quote, "Ever flower blooms in its own time" and my guest today is the perfect example of blooming in her own time. Christy Tehven is the founder and owner of Love Always Floral. As a business owner, wife and mother of 3, Christy and her team have truly blossomed! They are bring...
Jun 15, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Mike Hull & Stephen Abbott - True North Church
Happiness is contagious and my guests today bring so much joy! It's evident from the moment you meet them, they're the kind of people that truly have an impact. Mike Hull and Stephen Abbott are faith-filled risk-takers and Pastors at True North Church. They believe in a greater vision for the church and their mission i...
Jun 08, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Nichole Jackson-Lind, Fit Fuel Foods
It's no secret that nutrition is key to a healthy lifestyle, but it's also one of the most challenging when it comes to understanding what to eat! Fortunately, my guest Nichole Jackson-Lind not only understands this but has combined her medical career and passion for cooking to help others. It's clear that Nichole br...
Jun 01, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Skyler and Nicole Dutton, Thunder Coffee
If you're a coffee lover like myself, then you know the importance of a really good cup of coffee. So do my guests, Skyler and Nicole Dutton, owners (along with Dexter Dutton) of Thunder Coffee. Not only do they serve amazing coffee, but they serve up a lot more for our community! You'll learn how they started with j...
May 25, 2022
New Day with Ashley - Patrick Metzger - Certified EOS Implementer and Business Coach
Your business is his business! Whether you're looking to scale and grow your business, strengthen your team, boost the performance of your company, or finally get out of your own way and start something new, you need a Coach to get you there! Regardless of where you're at in business, from CEO to employee to entrepren...
May 18, 2022
New Day with Ashley - John Fisher with Friends Of The Children
Our youth today, face many different obstacles that stem from generational poverty, but my friend and soon to be yours is helping lead the way to change. John Fisher is the Executive Director of Friends Of The Children in Fargo, ND and he's helping redefine youth mentoring in our area to create lasting change. Join Joh...
May 11, 2022
