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Scott Peterson shared thisVersique Executive has been retained by wonderful organization to find their next CFO. This is rare opportunity to join a growth organization with an International Parent company. Do you have strong manufacturing, International, and commodity experience? Amazing leadership? We want to talk with you. Please reach out to me directly Scott Peterson at speterson@versique.com or simply apply by clicking this link below. https://lnkd.in/g8HB3azq #Versiqueexecutive #CFO #Leadership #executive
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Scott Peterson reposted thisScott Peterson reposted thisOf our last 15 executive searches, more than half were for roles that never existed before. Growth is changing the shape of leadership in the middle market, and the companies getting ahead of it are asking a very different question than everyone else. Steve Yakesh, President of Executive Search at Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting, shares what this shift looks like on the ground and what it means for how CEOs and boards should be thinking about their leadership structure right now. See what's driving the trend: https://lnkd.in/gC7Sx5Wg
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Scott Peterson shared thisShape the Future. Empower the Next Generation! Girl Scouts River Valleys (based in the Twin Cities) is searching for an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to join the executive leadership team and partner directly with a dynamic CEO, in leading one of the nation's most innovative Girl Scout councils. This is far more than a finance leadership role. It is an opportunity to help shape the future of an organization that is transforming how young women discover confidence, leadership, entrepreneurship, and belonging. They are seeking a CFO who views finance as a catalyst for innovation-not simply stewardship. If you are interested in learning more please reach out directly to me at speterson@versique.com #girlscouts #CFO #Versique Executive #innovation #leadership
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Scott Peterson shared thisWe’re excited to announce the successful placement of Andrea Anderson Anderson as Vice President of Marketing with Ziegler Companies Andrea brings an impressive blend of strategic marketing leadership, brand development expertise, customer engagement excellence, and growth-focused execution. Her ability to align marketing strategy with business objectives makes her an outstanding addition to the leadership team. Congratulations to Andrea on this exciting next chapter, and thank you to the team at Ziegler Companies for the opportunity to partner in this important search. We are proud to have helped connect exceptional leadership talent with an organization that continues to drive innovation, growth, and industry leadership. Wishing Andrea and the entire Ziegler team continued success in the years ahead. #ExecutiveSearch #Leadership #MarketingLeadership #ExecutivePlacement #TalentAcquisition #Marketing #MinnesotaBusiness #LeadershipHiring #Versique #ZieglerCompanies
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Scott Peterson shared thisI am pleased to share the Versique Executive has been retained by Girl Scouts River Valleys to find their new CFO. Girl Scouts River Valleys is in a transformation stage in their history. They are providing amazing opportunities for young girls. This is an incredible time to join this mission driven organization. Versique is excited to partner with this Great Organization! #ExecutiveSearch, #GirlsScouts, #Leadership, #CFO
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Scott Peterson shared thisIt was such an amazing night!!Scott Peterson shared thisWow! Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting recently hosted Versique Gives, and together, we exceeded $130,000 in contributions benefiting Dress for Success Twin Cities. This translates to real, immediate and local impact to our community! None of this happens without the selfless efforts of our employees, led by Heather Swenson, everyone who attended, bid & donated, and the generosity of Tony Sorensen & Chris Ohlendorf. Shout out to our sponsors for their incredible support as well; a heartfelt thank you to: Hemingway Wealth Management (Ice Sculpture Sponsor) | Good Leadership (Gold Sponsor) | Allied Executives | Bell Bank | Christensen Group Insurance | BMO | Great Clips Inc. | Virtue Fundraising | Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (MSPBJ) | Holmes Murphy | Platinum Bank | Messerli Kramer, P.A. | Blue Ridge Associates | Coalition9 | Blaze Credit Union | Ogletree Deakins | Park State Bank | Boyum Barenscheer | Mixson Home Services | Netrio #VersiqueGives #DressForSuccess #Minneapolis #CommunityInvolvement
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Scott Peterson shared thisHelp support this amazing organization!!Scott Peterson shared thisOur progress isn’t just measured in numbers, but it’s also measured in the lives changed. As we reflect on our 2025 Impact Report, what stands out most is not just what we accomplished, but also how far we’ve come. This impact is made possible through the support of our partners, supporters, and communities who share our commitment to digital equity. 🩵💚 In 2025, PCs for People: 🔹 Recycled over 7.2 million pounds of electronics 🔹 Distributed 30,950 devices 🔹 Supported 31,519 active internet subscriptions 🔹 Impacted individuals and families across the country with many receiving a computer for the very first time From 2024 to 2025, PCs for People has continued to expand its reach and deepen its impact: 🔹 Recycling grew from 6.4 million pounds to over 7.2 million pounds of e-waste diverted from landfills 🔹 Device distribution remains strong, continuing to put tens of thousands of computers into the hands of those who need them most 🔹 Connectivity continues to scale, with over 31,000 active subscriptions helping families stay connected 🔹 We continue to serve communities where the need is greatest, where many individuals are receiving a computer for the first time And while the numbers are powerful, the mission remains the same: To create opportunity through technology. Every year, we’re not just growing, we’re reaching deeper, serving better, and moving closer to closing the digital divide. Proud to be part of a team turning sustainability into access, and access into opportunity. 📊 Take a look at our 2025 Impact Report to see the full story. Also please visit our website to learn more about our impact and how you can become part of our mission. #PCsForPeople #DigitalEquity #ImpactReport #Sustainability #Nonprofit #DigitalDivide #CommunityImpact
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Scott Peterson reposted thisScott Peterson reposted thisOne of the very best parts of my job happened last night... and it's just something too good not to share. I had the chance to extend an incredible offer to a truly well-deserving candidate, stepping into a role that better aligns with her life and priorities. Hearing the excitement in her voice was amazing… but hearing her husband and family celebrating in the background made it even better! The cheering, the high fives, you could feel the joy through the phone. Moments like this never get old. They’re the ones I’ll always remember, and a big reason I love what I do.
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Scott Peterson reposted thisScott Peterson reposted thisWe are one week away from Versique Gives 2026, and we could not do it without the incredible organizations stepping up to make it happen. Thank you to our Silver and Bronze Sponsors for their support of this event and their commitment to Dress for Success Twin Cities. Silver Sponsors: Allied Executives BMO Commercial Bank Christensen Group Insurance Great Clips Inc. Holmes Murphy Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (MSPBJ) Platinum Bank Virtue Fundraising Bronze Sponsors: Bell Bank Blaze Credit Union Blue Ridge Associates Boyum Barenscheer Coalition9 Messerli Kramer, P.A. Mixson Home Services Netrio Ogletree Deakins Park State Bank This community has already raised over $100K for Dress for Success Twin Cities, and this year we are looking to build on that in a big way. To everyone who has registered, thank you. We cannot wait to see you on April 30 at the Metropolitan Ballroom.
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisThe first week of JMU’s 2026-27 academic year has been nothing short of extraordinary. It began before classes even started. On Aug. 23, we officially welcomed our incoming first-year and transfer students at the Lights of Madison ceremony at our Atlantic Union Bank Center, a magical evening filled with the energy and JMU spirit that make this community unlike any other. If you have not seen it, the full celebration is available to watch online and it is worth every minute. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eEVzz2Xw This past Saturday, thousands of students, faculty, staff, and community members came together for the annual Block Party in the 'Burg, walking from The Quad into downtown Harrisonburg in one of JMU's most beloved traditions. There is something powerful about a university that genuinely shows up for its city, and the Block Party captures that relationship perfectly. In the middle of all of this, we celebrated some recognition worth sharing. JMU Dining has been ranked No. 3 for Best Campus Food in the country by The Princeton Review, the only institution in the Commonwealth to rank in the top five. And there is still more ahead. On Sept. 10, we will celebrate the grand reopening of our newly renovated Carrier Library, a stunning space designed with students at the center of every decision. This is what The Madison Promise looks like in action: a university that invests boldly in its students, its community, and the experiences that shape lives. I am proud of this community and grateful for an unforgettable first week. Go Dukes!
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisVersique is currently partnering with five organizations across the Twin Cities on CFO and senior finance leadership searches, and it’s a great time to be having conversations with finance executives in the market. Several of these opportunities offer the chance to step into the #1 finance seat, partner directly with CEOs and ownership, and play a meaningful role in shaping the next stage of an organization’s growth. You don’t have to be actively looking to be curious about what’s out there. If you’re a CFO, VP of Finance, Controller or senior finance leader who has wondered: • What does the CFO market look like right now? • What could the next step in my career look like? • Am I ready to take on the #1 finance role? • What would it take for me to consider a new challenge? I’d love to connect. Sometimes the best career conversations happen before you’ve decided you’re ready to make a move. Rian Heaslip John Naughtin Alexandra Hanson Taylor Poston Feel free to message me directly for a confidential conversation. #CFO #FinanceLeadership #TwinCities #Minneapolis #ExecutiveSearch #FinanceCareers
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisThis week, Brandpoint Intelligence surfaced a pattern across the dozens and dozens of brand monitoring: The best real estate in AI search may be the room no brand has entered yet. In one case, the data returned 3,473 answers in which the engine described the brand’s category in detail but never named a brand. That’s not a failure, that’s white space. Every one of those 3,473 answers is a room where the conversation is already underway, and where the potential buyer already asked the question. In SEO, we fought over 10 slots that everyone could see. Everyone knew where the fight was, which is part of why climbing the rankings is so costly. In AI search, many of the rooms where those conversations happen have not yet been mapped to any brand at all. Plenty of them sit empty. For example, a brand may have strong brand association around “on the go breakfast option” and none whatsoever around “ideas for low meal prep breakfasts”. That second room is standing open. Your brand has to show up in the crowded rooms that matter to your strategy. But alongside them sits a significant opportunity: the conversations happening in the category with no brand attached to them. And it’s essential to have a marketing communications plan with frequent, credible and recent content to support the entire buyer journey (awareness, consideration, purchase decision, loyalty, etc.) published in third-party credible sources. It is important to have a partner or platform where you can see not just where you or your competitors are strong, but where the white space sits unclaimed. Reach out to Brandpoint if you’re looking for support. Hope this insight is helpful. Have a great week!
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisI’m excited to share that Rival Shark is a 10th Anniversary Program Sponsor of The HOW Conference this September! 🦈💙 As a female founder, events like this mean a lot to me. Building a company can be incredibly exciting, but it can also be isolating. Some of the best ideas, opportunities, partnerships, and encouragement come from simply getting in the room with other people who are building, leading, learning, and figuring things out right alongside you. That’s why I’m especially looking forward to The HOW Conference on September 29. Rival Shark was built to help leaders spend less time searching for answers and more time acting on what matters. Supporting a room full of women who are creating businesses, leading teams, making decisions, and building what’s next feels incredibly aligned with why we started this company. But more than anything, I’m looking forward to the conversations. If you’re attending, please come find me and say hello. I’d genuinely love to hear what you’re building, what challenges you’re tackling, and what’s next for you. And if you haven’t registered yet, get your ticket soon. Registration closes September 18, and this event sells out every year. I’d hate for you to miss it. https://www.thehowconf.com To Kelly Jahner-Byrne, CSP® and The HOW Companies, Inc. team, congratulations on 10 years of bringing women together to connect, learn, grow, and support one another. Rival Shark is proud to be part of this milestone. 💙 See you September 29! #HOWConference #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #FemaleFounders #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #RivalShark
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisWe had a great day riding the new Polaris Xpedition Numatix with various media members in South Dakota this week. We "glamped" on Wednesday at Under Canvas and then rode in sun, rain and even hail on Thursday. The trails were great and it was a great opportunity for people to experience how much quieter the 2027 models are. Awesome job by our marketing and events teams.
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Scott Peterson liked thisSolid results made possible by a team of highly talented and motivated group of professionals that I am proud to call colleagues. The great thing is, the best is yet to come.Scott Peterson liked thisMalibu Boats, Inc. reported its fourth quarter and full-year results today, closing out a year of major milestones across our business. We welcomed Saxdor Yachts to the MBI portfolio, expanding our presence in the adventure dayboat category and international markets, and celebrated 50 years of Pursuit Boats. Across our legacy brands, MBI continued to invest in product development and bring new models to market. 13 new models are planned across the portfolio for fiscal 2027, continuing the company’s commitment to innovation and delivering more options for boaters across the markets it serves. Looking ahead, the focus remains on building on that momentum and continuing to Build, Innovate and Grow across Malibu, Axis, Cobalt, Pursuit, Saxdor, Cobia, Pathfinder, Maverick, Hewes and Marine Components. Read the full earnings release: https://lnkd.in/g2Tj3e9zMalibu Boats, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2026 ResultsMalibu Boats, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2026 Results
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisWe're hiring on my team at Versique! Here's a bit of what I'm looking for. The best full desk recruiters aren't great at just one half of the job. They build real relationships with clients through trust, credibility and curiosity AND use those skills to find the right person for the role. Not one or the other. If you have 5+ years of external agency experience where you've owned your desk (client relationships, business development, sourcing, placements) and you genuinely understand HR (not just the job titles, but the work itself), this could be the role for you. If you've been an HR practitioner at some point in your career, that would be icing on the cake. End of the day, grit and determination are critical factors of success in this line of work. In return, you get to join a locally-owned Twin Cities firm recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace, do work under an uncapped commission & strong advance model, and enjoy unlimited PTO and a hybrid schedule that respects your time. Most importantly, you get to be a part of an awesome culture and team here at Versique. Sound like you, or someone in your network? Comment, message me, or apply directly: https://lnkd.in/gNQPd4Pm
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Scott Peterson liked thisScott Peterson liked thisOn this day in 1949, Bongards was already making waves as one of the world’s largest cheese manufacturers! 🧀 Decades of steady growth followed, and by 1982, Bongards was recognized as the “Largest Cheese Plant in the World Under One Roof,” processing an impressive 2 million pounds of milk each day. Today, we’re proud to keep that legacy of growth moving forward. With the expansion of our process cheese manufacturing facility, Bongards is raising the bar once again towards building greater capabilities and positioning our cooperative for an even stronger future. Thank you for helping us continue to grow, innovate, and make Bongards history! 🐄🧀
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Volunteer Experience
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Board Member
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire Foundation
- Present 7 years 10 months
Education
The Foundation is an independent, tax-exempt organization that helps alumni, friends and donors provide financial support for academic, cultural and professional programs at UW-Eau Claire that cannot be maintained through state funds and tuition alone.
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Treasurer
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Foundation
- 6 years 6 months
Education
The Foundation is an independent, tax-exempt organization that helps alumni, friends and donors provide financial support for academic, cultural and professional programs at UW-Eau Claire that cannot be maintained through state funds and tuition alone.
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Board Member
MapleBrook Soccer Club
- 2 years
Children
Soccer club supporting girls and boys youth players. The club supports over 50 soccer teams each year.
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Treasuer
Maple Grove High School Volleyball Boosters
- 2 years 1 month
Children
Booster Club supporting the girls volleyball program at Maple Grove High School
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