Advantage Magazine | June 2026

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OLIVIA BESTE JOINS FORTRESS FINANCIAL GROUP

FAUTSCH APPOINTED DIRECTOR OF TRANSIT & PARKING

TIMEOUT BEHAVIOR COACHING WELCOMES REGO

Olivia Beste has joined Fortress Financial as an Associate. A recent University of St. Thomas graduate specializing in management and finance, she recently relocated to Rochester. Olivia is eager to dive into her new associate role, focusing on excellent client service and strengthening the Fortress team.

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that Rachel Fautsch has been appointed Director of Transit and Parking. In her role, Fautsch will oversee a comprehensive transit system that provides more than 650,000 annual rides across 26 fixed routes and the ZIPS paratransit service. She will also oversee the City’s public parking system, which includes six downtown ramps.

Timeout Behavior Coaching, LLC is pleased to welcome Cassie Rego as a Parent Coach, providing confidential, in-home support to families navigating challenging child behaviors. Cassie partners with caregivers to build practical skills, strengthen confidence, and create calmer, more effective family routines.

REMPE NAMED OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

THINK BANK RECEIVES 2026 BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU TORCH AWARD FOR ETHICS Think Bank has been awarded the 2026 Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics, a distinction that recognizes businesses demonstrating a sustained commitment to integrity, trust, and ethical practices in the marketplace. Think Bank was selected for consistently demonstrating these values in its relationships with customers, employees, and the communities it serves.

SHURSON GROUP ANNOUNCES MOVE TO NEW OFFICE

Brent Rempe , President & CEO of First Alliance Credit Union, was named the Minnesota Credit Union Network's Outstanding Professional of the Year. In less than three years in Minnesota, Brent has embodied what credit unions have always stood for — showing up for neighbors, building community from the inside out, and proving that purpose and growth go hand in hand.

Shurson Group is excited to announce our move to a brand-new office at 2385 Scott Rd NW, Suite 100 in Rochester—conveniently located near Costco and Cub Foods! Our new space reflects our continued growth and commitment to delivering a more modern, personalized tax and accounting experience for our clients.

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