grounded AND GRATEFUL

Rademacher is thankful for the supportive people in her life — especially her parents, her 10-year-old son Caden, and Tyler Brandt, her significant other. She says, “My parents have always been my rock.”

While her parents are very proud of her professional success, Gerald and Ginny say she also has a good heart. “One year a maintenance man working for her didn’t have Thanksgiving plans, Until Melissa found out. He was grateful for being included in our gathering.”

Caden is proud of his mom too. He says, “My mom works a lot but still has time for me. And she never gives up. I think she’s good at making the right decision and making people happy.”

When Rademacher is developing downtown, Brandt does the same type of work in West Fargo.

Brandt says, “While some might think of us as competitors, in truth we’re more allies. When a big box store is considering a move here, the first thing they want to know is if our downtown is thriving. So Melissa and I play off each other’s ideas and we definitely cheer each other on. She works hard to find a balanced solution for all parties involved in an issue. I really appreciate Melissa’s empathy for others in all aspects of life.”

Aside from work, they enjoy downtime together whether it’s on the golf course, just preparing a meal, or time at the lake.

Six months since commencing on this newest path, Rademacher is grateful. “To be chosen from amongst other very well-qualified candidates is humbling. I just plan to maximize the forward momentum already here.”

Curious. Motivated.

Forward thinking. Rademacher will keep the momentum going.