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The "Can-Do" Team


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Amy Nikolaisen
701.303.0392

amy@candoauctions.com
Amy Nikolaisen, Professional Auctioneer and Realtor for the Can-Do team heads-up the operation by co-owning and managing the auction and real estate business.  Amy grew up on a farm and ranch near Watertown, SD.  She was actively involved in showing and selling registered cattle and farming on the family farm throughout her youth.  After graduating with a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in marketing in South Dakota, she married her husband, Tom and continued working in marketing, insurance and finally in real estate.  After moving to North Dakota, she received her real estate training and license and eventually obtained her professional auctioneer's training and license from Continental Auctioneer's School in Mankato, MN.  She is a member of the ND, SD, and MN State Auctioneer's Associations as well as the National Auctioneer's Association.  Amy is also a member of the National Association of Realtors and the Grand Forks Board of Realtors.  She is actively involved in her community namely sitting on the Towner County Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors.  Amy resides with her husband, Tom and family in Cando, ND.

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Tom Nikolaisen
701.968.4307

tom@bulielaw.com
Tom Nikolaisen, Attorney-At-Law provides closing services, legal advice and farming background for the Can-Do Auction team.  Tom grew up on the family farm near Egeland, ND.  He received his undergraduate education at North Dakota State University with a degree in Ag Education and Ag Extension.  Tom was a Sales Manager for Hubbard Feeds Inc., Mankato, MN for fifteen years before moving back to North Dakota.  He then received his Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota.  Tom now practices on Main Street, Cando, ND as a partner of Bulie-Nikolaisen Law and is a co-owner of Can-Do Auction & Real Estate.  Tom resides with his wife, Amy and family in Cando, ND and continues to be actively involved in the family farming operation in the Cando area.

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Fred Sorenson
701.629.1655
701.755.3473

fred@candoauctions.com
Fred Sorenson, Realtor & Auction Associate, White Earth, ND...more information coming soon

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Alan Hornbacher
701.537.4047
701.537.4161

alan@candoauctions.com
Alan Hornbacher, Auctioneer & Auction Associate, Anamoose, ND - Alan has been an active professional auctioneer since 1975.  He has owned and/or managed livestock auction markets in Minot, ND, Turtle Lake, ND and Devils Lake, ND and also has auctioned farm and ranch equipment over the years.  At various times throughout his life, Alan has farmed and ranched at Anamoose, ND, Hope, ND and White Earth, ND.  He served his country in the Marine Corp.  In Viet Nam, he received a "Meritorious Mast for outstanding service to the people of South Viet Nam and her fellow marines" award.  Alan enjoys many outdoor activities, playing poker, men's quartets and southern gospel music.

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Kenneth Bulie
800.993.4307
701.795.5062
ken@bulielaw.com
Kenneth Bulie, Attorney-At-Law,CPA, Insurance Agent, Realtor, Broker, working out of Cando, Devils Lake, Fargo & Grand Forks, ND. Ken graduated from Egeland, ND high school. He received an Associate Degree from Lake Region State College, a Bachelor Degree from Mayville State University, and a law degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law. A part owner of Can-Do Insurance, Auction and Real Estate since 1986, Ken has 34 years experience in the insurance business and has been a real estate broker since 2007. Ken is also a Certified Estate Planner and has extensive experience in tax law and preparation. History, especially American and Presidential history, is his hobby, and he is an avid collector of coins and memorabilia.  Ken and his wife, Deb reside in Cando and  Grand Forks, ND.

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Tom McKinnon
701.232.0322
tomm@candoauctions.com
Tom McKinnon, Associate Broker & Realtor, Fargo, ND - Tom has spent the last 20 years in the Fargo-Moorhead area as a broker in residential, commercial and farmland sales in both ND and MN.  Tom spent a number of years as a RE/MAX agent where he attained their highest sales honors in the Hall of Fame and Circle of Legends Awards.  He is a member of the NAR, NDAR, Fargo-Moohread Association of Realtors and the Minnesota Association of Realtors.  Tom also holds real estate designations of CRS, BRB, CRP, ABR and GRI.  Tom and his wife, Sherry reside in Fargo, ND.

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Wayne Trottier
701.238.0763
701.587.5040

wayne@candoauctions.com
Wayne Trottier, Auction Associate & Auctioneer, Northwood, ND - Wayne was born and raised on a small dairy farm in Pembina County, near Cavalier, ND.  He served his country for 2 years in the United States Army, then graduated from NDSU with a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science.  Wayne then served as the Ward County Extension Agent, a Territory Manager for Gold Label Feeds, West Fargo, ND and also eleven years as a bank loan officer for the Aneta Bank in Aneta, ND.  Wayne graduated from Reisch Auction School in 1969 and has been part of Heinze/Trottier Auction Service since 1981.  He has been actively involved in farm, real estate, household, livestock, charity and fundraiser auctions throughout the years.  Wayne is currently serving as District 19 Representative in North Dakota's House.  Wayne and Gladys, his wife of 47 years, reside in Northwood, ND and are proud grandparents of Samantha and Lane.

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Jordan Gunufson
218.289.1898
jordan@candoauctions.com
Jordan Gunufson, Auction Associate & Auctioneer, McIntosh, MN - Jordan grew up on a farm near Fertile, MN
and has stayed actively involved in agriculture.  He graduated from Fertile-Beltrami High School.  Following graduation, Jordan attended Northland College in Thief River Falls, MN, where he received a certificate in Entrepreneurship.  He continued his education by attending Continental Auctioneer's School in Mankato, MN where he became a certified Professional Auctioneer, Real Estate Auctioneer, and Personal Property Appraiser.  Jordan also is a professional salesperson for a local John Deere dealership.  He enjoys golfing, fishing, and other outdoor activities. Jordan resides with his wife, Kelsi and family in McIntosh, MN. 



Todd Parkman
701.866.4120
todd@candoauctions.com
Todd Parkman, Auction Associate & Auctioneer, Hope ND - More information coming soon...

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Brenda Campbell
877.812.4305

701.968.4305
candoinsagcy@midco.net
Brenda Campbell, Insurance Agent & Owner, Cando, ND - More information coming soon...

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Tanner Komrosky
877.812.4305

701.968.4305
tanner@candoinsurance.net
Tanner Komrosky, Insurance Agent, Cando, ND & Fargo, ND - Tanner is a graduate of North Star Public School, Cando, ND.  He attended Jamestown College, Jamestown, ND and is currently attending North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND  where he is majoring in Business and Finance and will graduate in the spring of 2014.  Tanner's hobbies include playing football, basketball, baseball, and golf.  He is also an avid hunter and outdoorsman.  Tanner is a licensed Professional Insurance Agent located in Cando, ND and Fargo, ND.  He has been extremely successful in his academic and athletic career and is enthusiastic about serving your insurance needs.  Stop in the Cando, ND office this summer for a complete evaluation of your insurance coverage!

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Rita Anderson
877.812.4305

701.968.4305
rita@candoinsurance.net
Rita Anderson, Customer Service Representative, Bisbee, ND - Rita is a graduate of Bisbee High School, Bisbee, ND.  She also attended Aaker's Business College in Grand Forks, ND.  She was employed by North Central Grain Coop, Bisbee, ND for 22 years and also for an area bean company for ten years.  Rita enjoys gardening and playing with her beloved grandchildren.  Rita and her husband, Lester live in Bisbee, ND and farm in the area.  Look to Rita for excellent customer service and a winning attitude for the insurance agency and the auction and real estate company.

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Cindy Schaefer
701.968.4307
cindy@bulielaw.com
Cindy Schaefer, Legal Secretary, Cando, ND - More information coming soon...

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