LOCAL BUSINESS

BEST PET GROOMING/ BOARDING

Best Real Estate Company Best Recreation Dealer

KRK MARINE & POWERSPORTS FETCHERS

Location: Fargo

How does it feel to win?

“Fetchers has only been open for 3 years, and we have won 3 years in a row now,” General Manager Shannon Neisen said. “We are honored and it feels great knowing that our hard work and dedication pays off. Our staff work hard day in and day out to care for the dogs they all love so much. We are doing something right and we have our supportive clients to thank for our great success. Without them, Fetchers would not be where it is today.”

What is your favorite part of your job?

“My favorite part of the job is providing a complete package of services to build the relationship between dog and owner by giving dogs the best quality of life possible with the most freedom and exercise,” Neisen said.

PARK CO., REALTORS®

Location: Fargo

What does your business offer?

“We offer peace of mind when it comes to real estate services,” Owner and President Jil Carlson said. “Our realtors provide professional guidance before, during and after the sale to ensure a stress-free experience.”

How does your business support the community?

“Park Co., Realtors is proud to have a long history of giving back to our community. We volunteer both our time and financial resources to support many nonprofit organizations throughout the F-M community. Every month we donate a portion of our profits to those in need and we are excited to be one of the United Way’s ‘50 Most Generous Workplaces’,” Carlson said.

Location: Moorhead

How does it feel to win?

“Absolutely incredible! We are about to celebrate our one year anniversary so winning this award is just awesome,” Owner Matt Lachowitzer said. “We couldn’t have done it without our amazing team and the support we have received from our communities.”

What’s the favorite part of your job?

“Recreation is fun in general, so we get to work with people and their toys,” Lachowitzer said. “Whether it’s purchasing a new machine, clothing or gear, or having repairs done on a machine to get out in nature or on the water, we get to help people have fun, which is awesome.” honorable mentions honorable mentions honorable mentions

How does your business support the community?

“We support the community by being a true community member, whether that’s allowing machines to be used for parades, to supporting local chapters and charities that help others,” Lachowitzer said.

SECOND PLACE: PRAIRIE DOG LLC

THIRD PLACE: WAGS N WHISKERS

FOURTH PLACE: EDDIE AND BARKUS

FIFTH PLACE: PRIDE PUPS

SECOND PLACE: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES PREMIER PROPERTIES

THIRD PLACE: ADVANTAGE INC., REALTORS

FOURTH PLACE: HATCH REALTY BROKERED BY REAL

FIFTH PLACE: KELLER WILLIAMS INSPIRE REALTY

SECOND PLACE: CAMPING WORLD OF FARGO

THIRD PLACE: OUTLET RECREATION

FOURTH PLACE: ADVENTURE RV CENTER

FIFTH PLACE: RAYS SPORT & MARINE

BEST SMALL COMPANY TO WORK FOR (UNDER 50)

MATT’S AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE CENTER

Location: 5 in Fargo, Moorhead

What makes your employees the best?

“Our team is the best because they are always there for each other, our guests, and our community,” Owner Matt Lachowitzer said. “They continue to put in the work to make themselves better all the time and there is nothing better than that.”

What sets Matt’s Automotive apart from the rest?

“We have a true team approach, we do not pay any sort of commission to our team members, allowing them to grow and help each other become better as a team,” Lachowitzer said. “We work very hard with each team member to train them, provide them with a stable and fun work environment and also to help them reach their dreams. We truly are a large family, and that shows through each guest’s experience with us.”

Honorable Mentions

SECOND PLACE: ALL TERRAIN GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

THIRD PLACE: REGENCY TITLE, INC

FOURTH PLACE: VISIONBANK

FIFTH PLACE: THOMSEN HOMES