Since youth, as an enthusiast of those who are pure artists with pencil in hand, my artform needed a bit more refinement, crafting itself into a life-long career in architecture. For 30 years, my daily goal remains the same; design architecturally relevant buildings that provide optimal function and purpose for the client while also providing high quality service to all involved.

In pursuit of this, I continually strive to remain an approachable well-rounded design professional providing architectural services to architects, builders, remodelers and individual clientele. I have a successful up-front design approach that engages collaboration with consultants, product vendors and clients alike. Through my detail-oriented nature and work ethic, plus a hands-on approach with coordination both during project design and construction, I am able to not only provide creative design solutions but also consider the multitude of elements needed to comprise the project as a whole.

Every project is as important as the previous and I enjoy being part of a team-based collaborative group from initial conception through project completion.

Adam's work with Red Wing Construction focuses on commercial and industrial construction projects from $1-$10 Million woring across East-Central, MN and Western, WI. He serves a variety of roles meeting with clients, vendors and suppliesers, aligning resources, and subcontractros as needed. He'll be sharing more about his background and skills needed for the field of Commerical General Contracting.

Ever wonder how that gas fireplace in your home was made? Are you curious about what happens in a manufacturing plant? Hearth and Home Technologies, located in Lake City MN, is the industry leader in producing fireplace throughout the United states and in other countries like Australia and Canada. HHT employees about 600 members, with positions ranging from entry level assembling and welding, to advanced engineering and product development engineers. Meet with Chris Fischer, one of HHT’s Production Supervisors, to learn more about manufacturing and the rewarding opportunities. He has been with HHT for the past 4 years supervising multiple production lines and being a part of the business improvement programs.

Paul R. Fenley is the President & COO of Atec, Inc. a Stafford, Texas-based Aerospace and Energy Engineering and Manufacturing company. He is a native Texan, a long-time Houstonian, and has been with Atec, Inc for more than 30 years. He came to Atec as an Aerospace Engineering graduate from Texas A&M, starting his career as a Support Engineer. As a Design Engineer, he led the development of Atec’s industry leading Phoenix™ Modular Test Cells. He has served Atec in all major engineering management & operations roles, becoming Atec’s President in 2008. His focus on team building and “Planning to Win” has allowed Atec to acquire four competitors over the last five years, adding significantly to Atec’s total production capacity and increasing revenues by over 500%. His emphasis on growing Atec’s space systems business led to Atec being honored by NASA as the Agency-wide Small Business Contractor of the Year for 2016. He was promoted to COO in 2017, where he is responsible for all Atec enterprise operations worldwide. He continues to lead Atec in new frontiers, including advanced CNC machining and 3D additive manufacturing initiatives. His professional and community involvement includes the Texas A&M Aerospace Engineering Advisory Board, SAE Turbine Test Cell Standards Group, AIAA TETWOG Working Group, HCC Advanced Manufacturing COE industry advisory committee, former President of SWAPRA and former Houston Technology Center Board Member, where he received the Lifetime Achievement Award in Aerospace for 2017. He is a firm believer in the premise that success in business requires Faith.

Atec, Inc. specializes in Jet Engine Test Facilities and Systems, Rocket Engine & Space Vehicle Components, complex machining and electromechanical assemblies, Atec is AS9100D certified.

www.atec.com

Since I took my first job out of college, I've dedicated all my efforts and training towards improving my ability to efficiently and accurately diagnose automotive driveability, electrical, and electronic failures.

My goal is to do everything in my power to improve the overall level of professionalism within the automotive and light truck repair trade and also raise the level of its public image.

Specialties: Real-life experience at diagnosing automotive failures. Well-versed in the use of diagnostic equipment (scan tools, oscilloscopes, meters, and transducers) over a wide range of vehicle makes.

As the News Director for News Director for RiverTown Multimedia since March of 2017, I am the editor of the Republican Eagle here in Red Wing (since December 2003) plus the Star-Observer, serving Hudson, New Richmond and River Falls, Wis. We deliver news via our website and through weekly print newspapers.

I love local news because we are telling stories about our neighbors, our communities, our region. Every day at work is different -- I meet new people, report the news, edit reporters' stories, produce videos, post surveys, etc., and expect the unexpected. Like I said, I love it.

Specializing in jerk and Caribbean flavors, Chef Holmes puts his Americanized spin on the foods he creates through Rude Boi catering in Red Wing, MN. Learning a great deal from his great-grandmother in Arkansas, he now shares his passion and his outlet for cooking and is excited to share his story too.

Serving the neighborhoods in and around Red Wing, Yanelis is local Agent for Farmers Insurance serving customers insurance needs whether it's auto, home, life, renters, business insurance and more. Her agency is all about customer service, providing the best coverages and community outreach and to earn the trust in her customers that they we are here to educate folks about their insurance needs in a clear and simple fashion.

Mary Larson currently serves as the Vice President of Operations for Perkins LLC., currently supporting 86 company locations through 13 states. She has had responsibility for both company and franchise operations during her tenure with Perkins LLC.

In over 30 years of experience, Mary has honed the senior executive’s combination of interpersonal, activating and analytical skills. Her primary areas of expertise include achieving success in increasing revenue, profit margins, and improving individual and operational performance through organizational development, change management, business development and financial management.

Mary demonstrates her commitment to people and philosophy of success through action and adaptability by contributing time and skills to industry and community organizations. She has served on the Board of Directors for Give Kids the World and the Minnesota Restaurant Association and continues service in the industry through the Women’s Foodservice Forum (WFF) and the Professional Business Women Association. Mary supports development in the community through work as a youth mentor, Corporate Board of Directors for HOBY, and involvement in the Circle of Friends.

A graduate of Moorhead State College, Mary is a life-long learner. She continues advancing knowledge and skills through Harvard Business Online classes, webinars, topic-specific forums and an active reading list. Her commitment to ongoing education has resulted in certification as a Food Management Professional (FMP).

Gabby serves as clinical social worker and mental health therapist for Fernbrook Family Center in Red Wing. She will share about her various roles she has served in and recommendations for students pursing similar careers.

Jess Whitcomb is the RWPS Director of Teaching and Learning. Jess comes to this position after serving as the Red Wing Public School District Curriculum Coordinator where she was part of the district team that led efforts to implement the Educational Plan - including implementing RWPS Flight Paths, effective professional learning communities, Social & Emotional Learning & Equity strategies, and aligning district expectations. Her past position has been eliminated and the duties are being absorbed into her new position.

Jess also worked within the community as a facilitator with Every Hand Joined which helped her understand how she could best support the district in her current role. Before Every Hand Joined, Jess worked at Bloomington Kennedy High School as an English Teacher. She taught before that in inner-city Milwaukee.

Jess has been instrumental in helping us shape and execute the delivery of our curriculum as we entered into the challenges of this pandemic.

There are many career fields are represented in our military branches. Sergeant Jake Remmey is the local Army National Guard recruiter based right here in Red Wing, MN. He will share about opportunities with the military in his branch as well as others for those looking to enlist, opprotunities for those going of to college, those looking to make career moves in the military and where those opportunities overlap.

My name is Dan McMahon and I am the School Resource Officer at the Red Wing High School. I grew up in Eden Prairie, MN. I enjoyed sports and played hockey and football. After high school I attended St. Cloud State University where I majored in Criminal Justice and had an emphasis in Spanish and Latin American culture. I then began my career in law enforcement with the Red Wing Police Department in May of 2000. I have worked as a patrol officer with the police department for a majority of my career. I became the school resource officer at Red Wing High School in February of 2019 and I also work in the investigative unit.

I am the Talent Acquisition Manager at Treasure Island Resort & Casino. I have been with the Casino for several years in a variety of roles. I have worked in Cash Services, the RV Park, Mongo Bay, and even worked as Front Entry Security for our Outdoor Summer Concert Series. My educational background is in Human Resource Management and I obtained by Associate Degree from CVTC in Eau Claire, WI.

Ken Lemieux works for the United States Department of Interior and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. In his role as a Workforce Development specialist, his carries out their mission to serve tribal communities under the leadership of tribes, through Self Determination Pub. L. 96-638 and Office of Self Governance. As a specialist, I assist tribes build their own capacity to provide education, training, leadership, employment and self sufficiency opportunities for families with respect to their native values, tradition and lifestyles. I also provide mentorship and technical assistance to tribes on annual reporting, new director training, financial & case management training, economic development and grand award justification/compliance/amendment processes and financial audit compliance.

Jack is a recent graduate from Red Wing High School having just graduated from Bemidji State University and now serves a cardiac nurse at a level one trauma center. In this session we will explore the ins and outs of the nursing profession. We will explore how to become a cardiac nurse, salaries/benefits, related positions, and advice for those pursuing!

Rylee received her Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, with a focus on water resources in Minnesota. In 2017 Rylee was appointed by Governor Mark Dayton to represent environmental organizations on Minnesota's Clean Water Council. Rylee currently serves as chair of the Minnesota Environmental Fund’s Board of Directors and formerly served as Treasurer for the Minnesota Conservation Federation.

Dr. Rubin Raju is currently a 2nd Year Fellow student studying Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. He was previously and OBGYN for the Mayo Clinic for three years as well as a Part Time Army Healthcare Professional for the US Army for four years.