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Articles by Laura Caroon
In the room where it happens: Roberto Sherman's journey to the U.S. State Department
When Roberto Sherman first set foot in Washington, D.C., this past January, he knew he was stepping into an opportunity of a lifetime. The senior political science major from Minnesota State Moorhead had been selected for the highly competitive U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program – a journey that would challenge him, inspire him, and solidify his passion for a career in international law and diplomacy.
Letter: Thank you, team Moorhead
As I finish out my term on the Moorhead City Council, I want to lift up the amazing staff we have working behind the scenes at the city. Whenever people ask me how I like being on council, I tell them how lucky we are to have super smart, hard-working, awesome staff here at the city of Moorhead. The council gets to be the face of what’s happening here, but the staff are the real heroes. They put ideas and policies into action. They do the heavy lifting. They take the calls from residents.
Ladyboss of the Month: Taylor Budge
You may know Taylor Budge from her sports coverage at WDAY. She talks with Ladyboss about playing by the boys’ rules, the importance of having your dreams supported, and the pressure of being a woman on air. Tell us a bit about yourself. My name is Taylor. I live in Fargo and work at WDAY. I grew up in the Twin Cities, went to Saint Cloud State, and did a broadcasting major. I hate winter, but I keep making my way further north. Did you always know you wanted to get into broadcasting?
Ladyboss of the Month: Erica Hilde
Erica Hilde, Owner of Absolute Style Boutique, knows change can be scary. She talks with Lotus Midwest about major career changes, following your passion, and making work for you. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. A. I grew up in Moorhead, which is one of the reasons I wanted my storefront in Moorhead. I went to Moorhead High. After high school, I went to NDSU and studied apparel and textiles with a focus on retail merchandising.
Ladyboss of the Month: Sarah Skedsvold
Sarah Skedsvold is trying to set a new example for entrepreneurs. She talks with Ladyboss about her experience in the army, the practice of forest bathing, and why it’s so important to lead by example. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. Q. Where did the inspiration for Nine-Four come from? A. When I was in high school, I wanted to be a high school English teacher, and a track and basketball coach. When I graduated high school, I joined the North Dakota Army National Guard and my life took a dramatic turn.
Lady Boss Of The Month: Char Gust
Over the last seven years, Char Gust has taken Style with Char from a side hustle blog to a fully-fledged business. Now she wants to make getting dressed in the morning more effortless and effective because you’ve got other things to worry about. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. A. I am a lifelong resident of the Fargo-Moorhead area. I graduated from Moorhead State University with a degree in journalism. I started my career immediately after in something that wasn’t journalism.
Ladyboss of the Month: Jessieca Bledsoe
Jessieca Bledsoe, Owner of Indigo Bloom Yoga and Wellness, talks with Ladyboss Midwest about falling in love with yoga and taking the leap to turn her passion into a career. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. I was born in Coon Rapids, MN. I grew up in West Fargo and graduated from West Fargo High School. I went on to NDSU. I have a bachelor’s in apparel retail merchandising and design. After college, I fell in love with yoga and decided to pursue my 200-hour training.
Ladyboss of the Month: Chelsey Steinlicht
They say when you want something done, right do it yourself, which is exactly what Chelsey Steinlicht did when she went looking for quality daycare for her daughters. Now Chelsey owns Bright Futures Learning Center, a wildly successful child care center in South Fargo that has expanded well beyond Chelsey’s initial dreams. She talks with Ladyboss about work-life integration, COVID’s impact on daycare and the term ‘mom-preneur.’ Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. A.
Ladyboss Of The Month: Annie Hough
Annie Hough went to graduate school to study horticulture and came out a playwright. She talks with Ladyboss about taking an unconventional route, why sometimes a good cry is the best way to handle rejection and the importance of representation through visibility. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. A. I write plays for children about ecosystems. It’s really fun. I love being outside, gardening and celebrating nature. I love seeing kids get excited about nature and theater and make friends through that.
Ladyboss of the Month: Kelsey Joy Buell, Burnout Prevention Coach
With a middle name like Joy and roots in Niceville, Florida, Kelsey Buell’s sunny demeanor doesn’t come as a surprise. She’s using what she has learned about following your passions with the Burnout Prevention Project. She talks with Ladyboss about “playing second fiddle,” the shame of burnout, and a new concept for work-life balance. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself. A. I was born in Niceville, Florida. My middle name is Joy.
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