In Our Wheelhouse

Hutch Johnson, a veteran Chief Meteorologist and founder of Hutch's Weather, shares his fascinating journey from the research lab to the digital screen. He discusses his early fascination with storms after witnessing a funnel cloud in fourth grade, his time tuning lasers for NASA, and the science behind severe weather tracking. Hutch also explains his decision to leave traditional broadcasting to launch his own streaming platform, ensuring his community gets uninterrupted coverage when it matters most.For real-time weather updates and a deeper dive into local meteorology, check out the new Hutch's Weather platform and see how he is redefining local coverage.https://www.hutchsweather.com/https://www.hutchsweather.com/hutchs-weather-app

Janell Meier, a stage four breast cancer survivor, author, and speaker, shares her powerful story of resilience and self-advocacy. She discusses her initial diagnosis at age 27, the recurrence that changed her life, and her family's journey with a gestational surrogate. Janell also explains how she now helps others navigate their own challenges through her writing and coaching.For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, learn about our "Pink Valve Caps" fundraiser, where 100% of donations support local patients at the Sanford Edith Breast Cancer Foundation.⁠https://janellmeier.com/

Matt Mrotek from Penske, a leading truck rental and leasing company, shares his story of building a career from the ground up after moving to North Dakota. He talks about the strategies he used to create a professional network from scratch , why genuine, long-term relationships are more powerful than a quick sales pitch , and how he persevered through early career challenges to become the top branch manager in the company.https://www.pensketruckrental.com/

Mark Hunter, “The Sales Hunter,” a world-renowned sales and leadership expert, shares lessons from his unconventional career path that took him from managing one of the world's busiest McDonald's in Alaska at age 19 to the global stage. He talks about why “managing up” is a critical skill for employees, how a few speeding tickets launched his entire sales career, and why he believes people don’t quit companies—they quit their managers. Mark also explains the power of having a core group of trusted peers and how humility can make you a more effective leader.⁠https://thesaleshunter.com/

Cole Mercier from Dakota Supply Group (DSG), an employee-owned company with over 60 locations, shares how employee ownership drives culture, loyalty, and long-term success. He talks about how DSG integrates ESOP values into daily operations, what keeps employees engaged for decades, and why ownership gives everyday workers a real stake in the future.https://www.dsgsupply.com/