I wanted to take a moment to recognize Andrew for going above and beyond his role to support IT and our San Antonio office!

When our team needed help getting a new network switch configured and ready for our San office expansion, Andrew stepped up without hesitation. Despite this falling well outside the typical scope of a producer, he rolled up his sleeves and brought his skills and initiative to the table, ensuring our infrastructure was properly set up.

This kind of team-first attitude and willingness to do whatever it takes makes a huge difference. Thank you, Andrew, for your flexibility, your effort, and for helping set our San Antonio team up for success!

Special Olympics MN makes a positive impact on athletes with intellectual disabilities that will last a lifetime and all funds raised goes towards programming and events for more than 8,000 athletes statewide. Through sports, SOMN athletes celebrate their abilities, not their disabilities. Their world opens with acceptance and understanding. They become more confident and empowered by their accomplishments. They make new friends, joining the most inclusive community on the planet- a global community that's growing every day.

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Dress for Success Twin Cities believes in empowering every woman through employment.

We offer high touch, high impact career and workplace skills development programs for low income women to help them achieve career advancement, career stability and economic sustainability.

Our purpose is to offer long-lasting solutions that enable women to break the cycle of poverty. Dress for Success Twin Cities is part of a global movement for change, empowering women to obtain safer and better futures.

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I want to recognize Sarah Kaster for the incredible support and positivity she brings to our team every day! Beyond her professionalism, Sarah is kind, thoughtful and a genuinely bright presence in the office. She creates an environment where people feel supported and comfortable asking questions and that has a meaningful impact on our team culture. Thank you Sarah!

Sophie! Thank you for juggling all your jobs at the front desk! And mostly for helping personal lines with all of our phone calls! It’s not always easy, but as our first line of defense, I’ve heard nothing but great compliments from customers of your service and attitude! Any project that is thrown your way, you’ve helped me with a smile, and it doesn't go unnoticed! Celebrating you and your new role in the training program!

The Polar Plunge is a series of events where people go to the extreme to support Special Olympics Minnesota. Special Olympics Minnesota is helping to create a world that accepts and welcomes every single person regardless of ability or disability.

The Polar Plunge is the biggest fundraiser for Special Olympics Minnesota. All funds raised by Plungers help Special Olympics Minnesota provide year-round training and services to thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities across the state.

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Special Olympics MN makes a positive impact on athletes with intellectual disabilities that will last a lifetime and all funds raised goes towards programming and events for more than 8,000 athletes statewide. Through sports, SOMN athletes celebrate their abilities, not their disabilities. Their world opens with acceptance and understanding. They become more confident and empowered by their accomplishments. They make new friends, joining the most inclusive community on the planet- a global community that's growing every day.

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Domestic violence continues to plague our communities across the nation. Leaving an abuser remains the most dangerous time in a victim's life and when they are most likely to be killed by their abuser. Tubman offers safety, hope and healing.

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Just wanted to shoutout one of the most supportive and exceptional leaders I have worked with, Randi Gillen. Randi truly cares about her team and will jump in to make sure everyone has what they need to succeed. Whenever I'm not quite sure how to proceed, Randi always provides her honest feedback while also sharing what has worked well for her and clients in the past. Within the last couple of months she has taken the time to simplify and improve some of our processes which has been a huge time saver. Thank you, Randi for everything you do to support me and the rest of the small group team!

In honor of International Women’s Week, I’d like to give a special shout-out to the incredible women in our Accounting Department. Our entire Accounting Team is truly amazing — your dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed. This week, we especially celebrate the talented women on our team whose expertise, professionalism, teamwork, and kindness make a meaningful difference every single day.

Kim - Your gentle approach, stability, knowledge and willingness to help our team are appreciated. You are truly a gift.

In honor of International Women’s Week, I’d like to give a special shout-out to the incredible women in our Accounting Department. Our entire Accounting Team is truly amazing — your dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed. This week, we especially celebrate the talented women on our team whose expertise, professionalism, teamwork, and kindness make a meaningful difference every single day.

Krista- Your attention to detail, willingness to take the lead on a project and steady support to our team are appreciated. You are truly a gift.

In honor of International Women’s Week, I’d like to give a special shout-out to the incredible women in our Accounting Department. Our entire Accounting Team is truly amazing — your dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed. This week, we especially celebrate the talented women on our team whose expertise, professionalism, teamwork, and kindness make a meaningful difference every single day.

Carrie- Your concern for team members, expertise and willingness to help our team are appreciated. You are truly a gift.

In honor of International Women’s Week, I’d like to give a special shout-out to the incredible women in our Accounting Department. Our entire Accounting Team is truly amazing — your dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed. This week, we especially celebrate the talented women on our team whose expertise, professionalism, teamwork, and kindness make a meaningful difference every single day.

Tori- Your willingness to help team members, take on new projects and your strong work ethic are appreciated. You are truly a gift.

Thank you, Mady, for recruiting me and so many others to Christensen Group. Your ability to sell the truly exceptional aspects of this firm are invaluable to our continued success and growth. You are truly what makes CG special. #cggivesforher

Sending a HUGE shout out to the one and only Laura Falconer. I would like to recognize you for all the incredible support you provide our team every single day. You consistently go above and beyond, balancing your busy schedule to assist, guide, and - most importantly - listen to us. Your empathy and dedication is instrumental to our success and a perfect reflection of our company core values. Thank you, Laura, for everything you do! You are simply the best!!

Stacy, thank you for your leadership, patience, and integrity. You’ve pushed me to grow, supported me through every challenge, and believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself. I’m so grateful for your guidance and the example you set every day. Thank you for all you do! #cggivesforher

I want to recognize Laura, our Agency Services Project Manager for her outstanding level of organization - truly the most organized professional I have ever worked with. I marvel at her ability to keep complex projects aligned, timelines clear and teams coordinated. No matter how many moving parts there are, she brings structure, clarity & efficiency to every situation. Her attention to detail elevates the quality of all of our work. Thank you for setting such a high standard for leading with precision, professionalism and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Your organizational talent, kind heart & fun sense of humor is a true asset to CG! #cggivesforher

I wanted to give Barbie a shoutout for helping me troubleshoot some issues in EPIC the other week! Once Barbie decided it was an issue with EPIC, she called Applied with me and explained all the troubleshooting she did, and what errors she was receiving. She was able to push Applied to fix the issue so I could send out urgent items to a new client. Thanks, Barbie!

A HUGE Shout-Out to Lynn for her exceptional reliability to our Team every single day. No matter the challenge or situation, I know I can count on Lynn to show up with clarity, support & steady leadership. This consistency creates the foundation for our Team to move forward confidently, even when things get complicated. Lynn's support isn't occasional or conditional; it's dependable. She follows through, stands behind our Team and makes sure we're not navigating obstacles alone. That kind of reliability makes a meaningful difference in how we work & grow. Thank you for being a Leader who can always be counted on! #cggivesforher

In honor of International Women's week, I would like to send a shout-out to Jenn Wendorff. You are the person who keeps our team running smoothly, and while that work might happen behind the scenes, its impact is felt every single day. You manage the details that allow the rest of us to focus on our work. You anticipate needs before they arise. You organize chaos into clarity. You turn overwhelming projects into manageable workflows. Simply put, you make everything work.#cggivesforher

In honor of International Women's week, I'd like to send a shout-out to Kyza Engelson. Watching you step into your position has been nothing short of impressive. While many people take months or even years to find their footing in a new role, you've hit the ground running with a level of competence, professionalism, and confidence that's remarkable. You're not just meeting expectations—you're exceeding them, and doing so with grace and determination.#cggivesforher

In honor of International Women's week, I would like to send a shout-out to Alyssa Blake. You consistently go above and beyond—not because you have to, but because that's simply who you are. Whether it's jumping in to tackle a challenging project with enthusiasm, or being the first to offer support when someone is overwhelmed, you show up fully every single day. Your willingness to learn, grow, and contribute is inspiring to witness. #cggivesforher

I want to give a big shout-out to Barbie for the fantastic weekly video lessons she shares with the entire company. Even though we're not in the same department, I always learn something valuable from her tips. Her explanations are clear, concise, & incredibly helpful as we all get comfortable with Epic. Thank you, Barbie, for putting in the time each week to make these quick lessons -- your effort truly makes a difference!

In honor of International Women's Week, I want to send a shout out to Ginny Hosley. You've shown us what it means to be both competent and kind, ambitious and collaborative, experienced and endlessly curious. The way you approach problems, support your colleagues, and maintain your integrity sets a standard we all aspire to reach.#cggivesforher

Becca is so great to work with and is always eager to help out. She makes the final projects even better than expected and always turns them into super helpful tools. We are so lucky to have her on our team. #CGGivesForHer

I want to recognize Amy and Brooke for their exceptional partnership and execution on a highly compressed March 1 renewal. After securing a BOR in mid-January, we had less than three weeks to complete marketing, finalize plan decisions, and implement open enrollment and they immediately mobilized with a clear plan and steady leadership. Every milestone was met, open enrollment closed seamlessly, and files were submitted to the carrier ahead of schedule. The CFO said it best: “I know we are in great hands with Amy and Brooke.”

April, you have been a pleasure to work with this week while covering for my CM! Your willingness to help out has not gone unnoticed, amongst your own busy week that you have had with your own book. I appreciate your help!

While my CM was out, Amanda was a wonderful back up to work with. We received a new business that needed to be completed by this upcoming weekend, and she stepped right in and assisted in every way possible. The teamwork and positivity she demonstrated during the week was superb. It was a pleasure working alongside you this week Amanda! Thank you for all that you do!

I want to recognize Amy and Brooke for their exceptional partnership and execution on a highly compressed March 1 renewal. After securing a BOR in mid-January, we had less than three weeks to complete marketing, finalize plan decisions, and implement open enrollment and they immediately mobilized with a clear plan and steady leadership. Every milestone was met, open enrollment closed seamlessly, and files were submitted to the carrier ahead of schedule. The CFO said it best: “I know we are in great hands with Amy and Brooke.”

Jenna has been an absolute lifesaver in helping us with a renewal and related activities while the team is down a player. Thank you Jenna for always being willing to help out, and taking on additional work for us!

In moments of crisis, we all need a safe space where we can seek comfort and guidance. Where we can feel heard and validated. Where we’ll be met with compassion, not judgment. And that’s where Common Ground comes in.

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The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

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The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

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Recently Irene assisted in trying to get me a carrier login. I misread an out of office message for someone else and thought that I was to reach out to Irene for help. While this was not her job to cover for this person, she was more than happy and jumped on getting ahold of the carrier to help me out. She demonstrated willingness to help, teamwork, and a timely response. I appreciate your help Irene, and promise to read out of office replies correctly going forward ha!

Congratulations to Dawn Blaisdell. Dawn has been selected by SFM to have a seat at the table during SFM's Inaugural Service Panel. Dawn will represent CG as one of nine agency partners who will share her expertise and provide feedback on SFM’s digital experience. Thank you, Dawn, for having a positive impact on our carrier partners and strengthening our relationship with SFM.

Supporting participants of the Polar Plunge to sponsor Special Olympics participants. This organization has provided many opportunities for youth in our community.

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Recently Laura helped get my license moved from Minnesota to Iowa after moving, to which we ran into some issues along the way. She was prompt on getting this taken care of, and made many phone calls to make sure she understood correctly every step. Even with the issues we ran into, she never got frustrated and showed patience, knowledge, and willingness to help. Thank you Laura for all of the help!

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is volunteer and donor powered dedicated to fighting childhood cancer.

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The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a volunteer and donor powered charity committed to supporting the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives.

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Edina Community Foundation is a non-profit organization that raises money for a various cancer ever year. This year it is for throat cancer with the Bowl Hole fundraiser.

Find out more about the Edina Community Foundation here. And more about the Bowl Hole here.

They are working to make America no kill as well as providing a sanctuary for animals that are not deemed adoptable. Their mission and work is across all states to help develop sustainable programs to support communities and their pets.

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You consistently go above and beyond in your role, always offering help with a positive and caring attitude. Recently you took time out of your busy day to assist a customer with an email/IT issue - even though it wasn't your client. That type of kindness and teamwork is what makes a real difference for everyone around you. Thank you for being such an amazing co-worker!

Kyle,

You offered a gesture of kindness to help support me recently when I needed support, but perhaps was afraid to outright ask for it, and it did not go unnoticed. It reminds me of what drew me to CG, what makes me stay and what I strive to be for others inside and outside of our organization. The lift for you may have seemed small, though the simply fact that you stepped up to support me was so large, powerful and I appreciate you. Thank you for living what I see as our culture brought to life.

Becca, you were instrumental in the release of a recent project that we have been long working on. Throughout our timeline, you were flexible with your adjustment, prompt with responses, quick to identify solutions and eager to ensure it was all working as would be beneficial to all the end users. I so very much appreciate the passion and enthusiasm that you come to project with and the way that you approach with curiosity. I so appreciate your collaboration on any projects that we have worked together on. Thank you for being a great teammate and advocate for solutions. I appreciate you!

CG Charity Bags Tournament Co-Winners Rivers of Hope is a domestic violence center serving Wright & Sherburne Counties. Our mission is to provide a community coordinated response to end domestic violence. We live out this mission by offering advocacy services to youth and adults. In addition we educate community members about the impact domestic violence has and the work we do, and partnering with other service providers to ensure that the needs of victim/survivors are being met.

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The Bridge for Youth (The Bridge) centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships. Our vision is a community where all youth feel safe, accepted, and supported. Since 1970, over 50,000 youth have found safety and stability at The Bridge through emergency shelter and transitional housing for youth and has pioneered a national model of innovative homeless youth services across the nation.

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CG Charity Bags Tournament Co-Winners The Bridge for Youth (The Bridge) centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships. Our vision is a community where all youth feel safe, accepted, and supported. Since 1970, over 50,000 youth have found safety and stability at The Bridge through emergency shelter and transitional housing for youth and has pioneered a national model of innovative homeless youth services across the nation.

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CG Charity Bags Tournament Co-Winners Rivers of Hope is a domestic violence center serving Wright & Sherburne Counties. Our mission is to provide a community coordinated response to end domestic violence. We live out this mission by offering advocacy services to youth and adults. In addition we educate community members about the impact domestic violence has and the work we do, and partnering with other service providers to ensure that the needs of victim/survivors are being met.

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I wanted to take a moment to recognize Jenn for the outstanding work she's been doing with our clients. Recently, we had a client with HR turnover right as open enrollment ended. We've been working with an entirely new team while simultaneously getting them up to speed and cleaning up from open enrollment which means juggling a lot of moving pieces at once. Jenn has been absolutely stellar through it all. She's been incredibly kind and patient with the new team, thoroughly explains everything in a way that anticipates follow-up questions before they even arise and maintains a sense of urgency that keeps everything moving forward smoothly. Her attention to detail and proactive communication have made what could have been a really rocky transition feel manageable. Our client is in great hands and I'm grateful to be working alongside someone who handles complex situations with such grace and professionalism.

Second Harvest Heartland is a local food shelf partnered with Feeding America. Find out more here,

Katie recently jumped in to identify an account issue and worked diligently to get the billing squared away. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled correctly on our end (and with the broker), and her extra effort did not go unnoticed. You are a true team player—thank you, Katie, for your dedication, support, and expertise!

INDY - an acronym for I’m Not Done Yet - is a Minnesota-based non-profit dedicated to supporting real-life Warriors during their cancer battle. Unlike other cancer foundations and cancer non-profits, all types of cancer, age groups, genders, races, and religions within the state of Minnesota will be considered for support from INDY. Our mission is to provide support to those who need it most, those deep in the trenches of their cancer battle.

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MACV was established in 1990 and has a long history serving Minnesota Veterans. Our Veteran nonprofit organization provides services, including housing, employment, and legal aid, that address the reasons for Veterans’ homelessness in order to create sustainable housing opportunities.

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I had many questions at open enrollment time for my personal benefits, and Carolyn was very responsive and helpful the entire time. Not once did she make me feel like a burden for reaching out to her. Then, when reviewing my elections, she noticed that I had missed something and asked if she would like me to revise. While this missed item was not detrimental and would have been fine if it was missed, the fact that 1) she was so thorough to catch it and 2) she took the time to reach out and then revise my elections speaks volumes on her outstanding work and care. We are so very lucky to have someone so dedicated to us and our families. Thank you so much Carolyn!

The SAFE Alliance is a merger of Austin Children’s Shelter and SafePlace, both long-standing and respected human service agencies in Austin serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence.

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Ethan is very prompt, approachable, and reliable. I have submitted several tech support tickets with laptop problems, and Ethan has been attentive to all of them and ensuring the issues get resolved. Very grateful for Ethan and his calm presence and fast problem solving skills! Keep shining, Ethan!!

Funds donated by the Eden Prairie Office - In 1993, the executive director of Hospitality House Youth Development (HHYD) created Christmas With Dignity. This unique shopping experience is for parent/guardian who is economically disadvantaged who find themselves unable to afford to buy Christmas presents for their children. The parent or guardian will have the pleasure of shopping and giving their children new gifts at prices they can afford. This allows the children to see their parent/guardian as a provider, and at the same time, the family is strengthened.

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Shoutout to Sam for always being willing to jump in and help push charity donations through, even when they come up last minute and need to be done fast. I really appreciate how you’re always ready to put it in front of other tasks when needed and still handle it in such a calm, friendly way. Thanks for being a solid team player.