New Day with Ashley
New Day with Ashley is all about making the most of each New Day. It's about stepping up to challenges and discovering what's possible. Ashley Sornsin's guests are people in the Midwest (namely the North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota Region), who are taking risks, overcoming challenges, 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!
Episodes
50 episodes
#51: Best Of Season 1, Entrepreneur + Business Advice
Today’s episode is extra special. It is filled with the best moments and the best advice from all of my guests from the first season. This episode is packed with a ton of information to encourage you and inspire you to take a risk, ...
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57:04
#50: Greg Tehven, Emerging Prairie
My guest today is a thought leader, social entrepreneur, connector and advocate of people across the midwest. CEO and Co-Founder of Emerging Prairie, Greg Tehven leads this team with the goal to accelerate the growth and deve...
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34:08
#49: Amy Loomer-Longtin, Tech4Kids
My guest today is a professional leader in the field of IT. This Tech Guru is on a mission to impact the future generation in a positive way. Amy Loomer-Longtin is the Founder and President of Tech4Kids, a non-profit organization th...
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40:17
#48: Mark Bjornstad, Drekker Brewing Company / Brewhalla
My guest today is on a mission to create and destroy – create experiences and destroy expectations, that is! Mark Bjornstad, Co-Founder and President of Drekker Brewing Company and Brewhalla, is focused on pushing the boundaries of experi...
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#47: Charley Johnson, Fargo-Moorhead Convention and Visitors Bureau
It’s safe to say my guest today is a Fargo Moorhead Recruiter, but more importantly a proud and passionate resident that deeply cares about his city. Charley Johnson is the President and CEO of the Fargo Moorhead Convention and Visitors B...
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1:09:49
#46: Heidi Greenwood, Angel Baby Mile
My guest today has been a passionate Athlete her entire life. It wasn’t until she and her husband experienced the loss of their two Angel babies, that Heidi Greenwood, founder of the Jules & Leni Foundation, would bring her passion fo...
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30:02
#45: Jim Newenhouse, Door Stud
My guest today has a Passion for solving problems through product development. Jim Newenhouse is the founder and CEO of Door Stud®, a door installation tool that revolutionizes how builders, remodelers and DIYers install pre-hung and s...
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#44: Vivian Fellman, Kota Botanics
My guest today is no stranger to taking risks or being the first. Vivian (Weiwei) Fellman is a first-generation immigrant entrepreneur from China. She is the founder of Kota Botanics, a premium hemp CBD and plant-based health supplements compa...
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#43: Ben Gleason, Vanna Adventure Vans
My guest today comes from a heritage of inventors, ranchers, and explorers. He has been helping with business development and non-profit start-ups since 2010. Co-founder and CEO of Vanna Adventure Vans, Ben Gleason is helping lead a team to ful...
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46:05
#41: Jim Poolman, Slainte Holdings / Blarney Stone
My guest today is quite an accomplished businessman and leader. Jim Poolman, Managing Partner of Slainte Holdings, more widely known as Blarney Stone Pub and recently the Hotel Donaldson, has been highly involved in the development of man...
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#40: Mark J. Lindquist, Humanitarian
My guest today is a talented speaker, a US Air Force veteran, and a Humanitarian. Mark J. Lindquist has been on a mission to inspire others to do more with their life and career, achieving what they were put on earth to achieve. Mark stepped...
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35:25
#39: Missy Heilman, BIO Girls
My guest today is a fearless leader and dreamer, whose dream to be a mentor for young girls has surpassed her wildest dreams. Missy Heilman is the Executive Director of BIO Girls, which is a preventive mental wellness program with the mission ...
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37:20
#38: Christy Dauer, North Dakota Women’s Business Center
My guest today is a results-driven, visionary leader who specializes in business strategy and program development for Women-Owned Businesses. Christy Dauer is the executive director of the North Dakota Women's Business Center. Christy is an e...
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23:05
#37: Kent Kolstad, Livewire
My guest today is passionate about all things focused on live events and his specialty is creating spectacular, one-of-a-kind experiences. These experiences merge, audio, video, lighting, staging, the virtual and online realm, as well as custo...
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45:55
#35: Karla Wolford, EHP Performance
My guest today is always striving to be “Better than Yesterday” and encourages others to do the same. Dr. Karla Wolford is a Chiropractor and Crossfit coach, as well as the founder, owner, and CEO of EHP Performance, a Medical Fitness Facility....
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44:15
#36: 2022 Year In Review!
Happy New Year! It has been such a pleasure and honor to interview my guests and share their stories of grit and perseverance. In today’s episode, I sit down with my production guru, Madison Quinn, and discuss the year in review, how and why ...
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#34: Jake Joraanstad, Bushel
My guest today is a passionate entrepreneur that has been focused on building software products for the past 11 years, which lead to a focus on servicing the agriculture industry. Jake Joraanstad is the co-founder and CEO of Bushel, an independ...
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#33: Will Dort, Skill Cutz Barbershop & Salon
My guest today has conquered the odds. Moving from Haiti to Fargo in 1997 with his family, he would go on to become one of Fargo’s Most Wanted. It was through motivation, dedication, and faith instilled by the Jail Chaplains that he has become ...
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43:20
#32: Jim Boulger, Boulger Funeral Home
My guest today comes from a long-time family business, serving families in the Fargo community since 1878. Jim Boulger is the fourth generation owner of Boulger Funeral Home + Cremation Services, caring for families at the most delicate and dif...
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44:48
#31: Jeff Ostlund, Sandy's Donuts
My guest today is making people happy one donut at a time. Jeff Ostlund is the third-generation CEO and Chief Donut Officer of Sandy’s Donuts. What started out as his grandfather’s dream after losing his job, is now a successful business with o...
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27:03
#30: Chris Hawley and Mike Dawson, Craftwell Architecture & Construction
My guests today have helped create a lasting impact on families, small businesses, and communities all over the region. Chris Hawley and Mike Dawson are the owners of Craftwell Architecture & Construction. What started as a dream in a backy...
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39:05
#29: Sawyer Anderson, Water Works
My guest today is an author, artist, philanthropist, and water warrior, oh… and she’s only 13 years old. Sawyer Anderson is the author and artist of Water Works. This is not only Sawyer’s book but also the name of her mission and non-profit t...
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#28: Dan Cash, MWC Advertising
The man, the myth, the legend. That’s right, my guest today is Dan Cash. Dan is the VP, Market Manager, and Director of Sales of Midwest Radio Fargo-Moorhead. He’s passionate about all aspects of broadcasting and advertising is a natural at ...
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#27: Chad Yde, Beds By Design
My guest today has taken the words sweet dreams literally by helping people buy smart, sleep smart, and yes, dream smart. Chad Yde, founder and owner of Beds By Design and OmniPillow has changed the way people sleep for over 17 years, one bed ...
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43:02
#26: 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 company's mission, to provide a...
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