Professional Launch Episode 002: Aaron Hill
On this episode of Professional Launch with Ricot Aladin, Ricot sits down with community leader and entrepreneur Aaron Hill to explore his journey from co-founding Fargo Brewing Company to becoming a commercial real estate pro and dedicated public servant.
Aaron shares how his small-town North Dakota upbringing and values of service and hospitality shaped his leadership philosophy. He opens up about the highs and lows of launching Fargo's first craft brewery and the powerful lessons he learned in business, management, and resilience.
Now serving as the President of the Fargo Park Board, a board member for the YMCA and United Way, and a commercial realtor at Goldmark Commercial, Aaron reflects on the transition from entrepreneurship to real estate—and why mentorship, networking, and community engagement have been cornerstones of his career.
We also dive into the unspoken power of mentorship—those relationships that may not have formal titles but shape us nonetheless. Aaron offers practical insights for young professionals, especially around asking for guidance, trusting yourself, and being open to pivots in your career path.
The Coffee Club: “Thursday Music and Fun” (4-17-25)
The Coffee Club from Thursday April 17th, 2025. Guests include Ciro (an area musician) and Christine Conrad from Reese and Riley's plus your calls.
4-16-25 Prime Time Sports: The Wild and Golden Knights will meet in the NHL Playoffs
Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman take a look into the Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights playoffs series. They look into their season series, Minnesota's improved play as of late, and more.
Jay Thomas Show: “Movies that Wouldn’t be Made Today, Lawns and Gardens and More” (4-16-25)
The Jay Thomas Show from Wednesday April 16th, 2025. Guests include Don Kinzler and Capt Brian Niewind of the NDHP. Plus Leah Alsager and your calls and emails.
Bonnie & Friends: Play it again
This April 16th episode of Bonnie & Friends is packed with laughs, local news, sports thrills, and heartfelt moments.
☀️ Bonnie and Jace chat spring weather, naps vs. walks, and lawns waking up
🎬 Listener favorite segment: Movies You Can Watch on Repeat (starts at 00:33:00)
🏒 Minnesota Wild clinch a playoff spot in an OT nail-biter (00:05:00)
💰 A lucky caller wins $100 in “Jay’s Phrase Pays” (01:10:00)
📉 Brien Krank joins for a market update (01:47:00)
🐾 And an incredible story of a dog that protected a lost toddler in the wilderness (02:10:00)
🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to nominate a veteran for Steve Carney’s guided fishing trip!
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The Coffee Club: “Wednesday’s with Sheriff Jahner” (4-16-25)
The Coffee Club from Wednesday April 16th, 2025. Guests include Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner and your calls and emails.
4-15-25 Prime Time Sports: James returns from Washington DC with a story + Grey Zabel joins the show
Tonight Big Game James McCarty recaps his trip to Washington DC with Jace Denman. (NDSU Football was honored in our nations capitol) Plus, Grey Zabel joins the show to talk about the experience and the upcoming NFL Draft.
Jay Thomas Show: “Cattle Rustling is it still a Thing?” (4-15-25)
The Jay Thomas Show from Tuesday April 15th, 2025. Guests include Michelle Turnberg and Dr. Mike from Red River Wellness as well as your calls and emails.
Bonnie & Friends: Delicious!
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WAG: farming waaaaaay up north
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