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.