Want to build a business relationship with the University of Minnesota? Get inside tips on navigating the process in this episode of Shinning Light on Minnesota. Karissa Dunham interviews Claire Rung, Supplier Diversity Manager. Claire shares her journey into this role and explains how she helps small and disadvantaged businesses land contracts within construction, architecture, and engineering.

Claire breaks down the two pillars of her work: business development and project administration. She offers actionable advice for businesses looking to work with the University, including attending their events, getting listed on their procurement system, and reaching out directly for guidance.

Check out one of the best cafes in New Hope, MN. AND THERE'S CATS!

Tony knows what he's doing - from taking mentorships, networking, and strategic planning, to some secrets he has under his sleeve. Join Karissa and Tony in today's conversation and Shinning light on Tony Flattum from Build Strong Exteriors.

In this week's episode, Karissa interviews Matt Weber from BWS to learn about his personal journey, as well as his day to day at BWS.

Join Karissa, Nancy, and Diana in discussing The Happiness Practice.

Experience Happiness was born out of the recognition that unhealthy stress and burnout—a virtual epidemic in today’s fast-paced global marketplace—is impairing people’s ability to embrace change, cope with challenging situations, feel truly happy or even take on One. More. Thing. 

Join Karissa Dunham and Brian Gendreau is this week's episode of Shinning Light on Minnesota.

Living Life to the Fullest. We sat down with Ken Navitsky, where he talks about his journey through life, and that when he meets his creator, he will never say I wish but instead Thank you.

In this week's episode, Todd interviews Chris Dunker, Co-Chair of Firefighters For Healing.

This week, Karissa Dunham and Lutunji Abram discuss the humble beginnings of Lutunji's Palate, and what impact their bakery and cafe have not just on our tastebuds, but on the community.

In today's episode of Shinning light on Minnesota, Todd interviews one of our star vinyl consultant Brian Rosenberger. Stay tuned till the end for a quick tip for people looking o start out in the vinyl industry.

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