Glen has been the driving force in building Fladeboe Advancement into a premier benefit auction and donor engagement consulting company. With nearly 25 years of experience as a professional auctioneer and fundraiser, he is proud to be part of a second-generation, family-owned business. He holds a degree in communications from Hamline University and lives with his wife, two young daughters, and dog in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He enjoys marathon running, hunting, driving tractor and spending time at his cabin on the south shore of Lake Superior.

Kristine’s love for the auction business started early in her life as she listened to her father sell cattle, farmland, and collectibles, as well as conduct charity auctions. After graduating from the University of St. Thomas with a degree in business and communications, she quickly became part of the family business. In July 2010, she was named International Auctioneer Champion – the top female auctioneer in the United States – by the National Auctioneers Association. She has conducted auctions across the US and all the way to Hong Kong and the Philippines.  Kristine is a wife and mother with a passion for encouraging people and making a difference in the lives of others through auctioneering and motivational speaking.

Kate has a passion for building connections between worthy nonprofit needs and philanthropic support. With a background in communications and marketing, Kate discovered fundraising work as an alumna volunteer for St. Olaf College. After inaugurating and chairing a gala for several years, she was thrilled to join the Fladeboe Advancement team in 2015, partnering with organizations to create events that inspire engagement and generosity. Kate lives in St. Paul and stays busy gardening in summer, skiing in winter, and exploring with her young son all year long.

Kimberly has worked in the nonprofit sector her entire career, focusing on fundraising and philanthropy for the past 25 years. She takes special interest in helping organizations understand the stories data tell, strategizing on developing long-term relationships with donors, and reframing fundraising from “asking for money” to engaging with the passions and values of donors. She lives in Minneapolis with her husband, Phil, and dog, Jasper. In her free time, you’ll find her getting her hands dirty in the garden and working her way through the perpetual stack of books next to her bed.

Ann began as a client of Fladeboe Advancement and was delighted to join the company’s team in 2009. She has over 25 years of fundraising and event planning experience and her passion is helping organizations create amazing events that inspire generosity. Ann is also the owner of Ann Plans (www.annplans.com), an event production company focused 100% on partnering and serving with the nonprofit community. She lives in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul with her husband, Steve, and their furry family members. Her hobbies include cooking, distance running, biking, and travel.

Katrina has worked in event marketing and management for over 20 years, most recently as owner of On Point Parties & Events. She loves to plan a variety of events, particularly those that include a philanthropic component. Katrina is a UW-Madison alum who has since established her roots in the southern Twin Cities suburbs. She enjoys spending time with friends and family (including her husband, two children and dog), running, volunteering for local charities or in her community’s schools, and being outside (preferably on water) whenever possible.

Stacey started her life in the auction industry following her father (also an auctioneer) to livestock sale barns and estate auctions. After graduating from Upper Iowa University, Stacey led a successful career managing IT & Software testing teams for the banking, insurance, and education industries.  She now focuses exclusively on helping her auction clients create meaningful events. Stacey is a graduate of Continental Auctioneers School and is certified in Charity/Fundraising Auctions. She lives in the Twin Cities with her husband and daughter.  In her free time, Stacey enjoys reading, playing piano. and international travel.

Andy grew up in Minnesota where you could see him working in his family’s auction business at a young age. He holds the NAA Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation and for 16 years has been helping nonprofits raise much needed funds. Graphic Designer by day and Auctioneer by night, he lives in Shakopee, Minnesota with his wife and two young children where he spends his free time teaching them to count…just like an auctioneer.

Dan has been labeled the most energetic auctioneer in the Midwest, where he’s conducted auctions for the past 21 years. Dan is a teacher by profession, has been active in the Parks and Recreation field, and dedicates his life to his three wonderful children. Making a difference in all aspects of his life, Dan has chaired the PTA, a building leadership team, and many community committees. He is currently a boys’ basketball director and has been the head coach for many of his kids’ activities. His “love of life” and warm smile will be seen at every auction appearance.

Erich was raised on a ranch in Eastern Montana and then helped in the family construction business, learning attention-to-detail as a part of a quality work ethic. Erich graduated from the World Wide College of Auctioneering in 2013 and has been involved in the profession ever since. The topic of auctioneering is often front and center at home: Erich’s wife, Katie, and her entire family are professional auctioneers. Erich has enjoyed serving as an elder at his church, volunteering with Global Volunteers in India, and helping to maintain trails and weed control with the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Foundation.

The auction business has been a great influence for Katie, as she grew up working for her family’s auction company.  She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and is a CPA and Business Development Director for a Minneapolis consulting firm.  Katie attended the World Wide College of Auctioneering and holds her Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation. She is deeply involved in the community, as well as globally-focused on business and humanitarian causes. To recognize her efforts to give back, Katie was awarded the MNCPA’s 2010-2011 Public Service Award. She brings a mix of business acumen, passion, and charm to her work.

Maura’s career has included non-profit violence prevention/racial justice work; sales/coaching/business development; teaching and training; strategic planning; and change management facilitation. She never knew her Depression-era auctioneer grandfather but dreamt of and finally attended auction school in 2019 and proudly completed the National Auctioneers Association Benefit Auctioneer Specialist course. She is also a long-time calligrapher. She lives in Minneapolis with her wife and 4th rescued fox terrier. Travel anywhere is always on their horizon.

As an auctioneer for non-profit organizations, Rusty creates high energy in the room. He’s helped raise money for a variety of causes including public schools, homeless shelters and inner-city youth sports. For nearly two decades, Rusty has worked as In-Game Host for several professional sports teams and organizations, including the Tampa Bay Rays, Minnesota Wild, Minnesota Twins and US Figure Skating. With those organizations, he appears on the in-stadium video board engaging with fans, athletes, and celebrities as he hosts contests and conducts interviews. Rusty’s wife teaches kindergarten, and they have two young children.