Our Team
We are creators, innovators, designers and leaders.
Meet the team that Sparks the Energy.
Our talented staff thrives on the opportunity to work with businesses who share the passion for growth and opportunity. Regardless of size or scope of your project, Prime's experienced staff is up for the challenge!
MARK JAMES MURRAY
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MARK JAMES MURRAY
PRESIDENT/CEO
763-551-3722
favorite part of my job:
I have a passion for Business, Marketing and Technology. It's very rewarding hearing the amazing success stories for our clients and how we help revolutionize and grow their businesses. I love working with my staff as they are fun, creative and really care about making a positive impact for our clients!favorite place traveled to:
Tuscany, ITALY, I try to get there as often as possible!can't live without:
My Family, ROXIE my Yorkie, Pizza and my IPhone.three words that describe me:
PASSIONATE - HARDWORKING - CARING - HIGH ENERGYfavorite quote:
The man who stops advertising to save money is like the man who stops the clock to save time. - Thomas Jefferson28
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
RIDING MY HARLEY, DOWNHILL SKIING, TRAVELING, BOATING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, BONFIRES, CAMPING
MARILYN J. BINA
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MARILYN J. BINA
VICE PRESIDENT
favorite part of my job:
I love meeting with clients to see what their marketing needs are. I also love the opportunities of volunteering my time with favorite nonprofit organizations such as Chambers, Rotary, Guardian Angels Foundation Board, and Church.favorite place traveled to:
Paris. Had dinner at the Royal Bastille and dinner in a glass bottom boat going down the River Seine.can't live without:
My Family, Wine and Chi Chi my Yorkiethree words that describe me:
Passionate - Caring - Spiritualfavorite quote:
If it is going to be --- it is up to me!!!25
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
GARDENING, DECORATING, SHOPPING, READING, COOKING WHEN I HAVE LOTS OF TIME
ROCLYN BRADSHAW
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ROCLYN BRADSHAW
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
favorite part of my job:
Being able to create something great for a client that you know will benefit them and move their business forward...it's very rewarding!favorite place traveled to:
Key Westfun fact:
I bring my English Bulldog Tank to work with me everyday.favorite quote:
There is no elevator to success. You have to take the stairs.11
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
DIY PROJECTS, HUNTING, FISHING, HIKING, CAMPING, GARDENING, HOT YOGA, WORKING OUT
Susan Arkell
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Susan Arkell
DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
favorite part of my job:
My clients. They are awesome.favorite place traveled to:
Newport Beach, CA and New York Citycan't live without:
My craft roomfun fact:
I'm on the cover of an Amish Romance Novel. Yup. They exist.6
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
BEING WITH MY FAMILY, OPEN WATER SWIMS, KNITTING, SEWING
SHAUNA SMART
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SHAUNA SMART
DIRECTOR OF WEB DEVELOPMENT
favorite part of my job:
No two days are the same so each day is interesting. Client projects and new technologies continually push us to grow and learn.favorite place traveled to:
Turks & Caicoscan't live without:
Lip balmfavorite quote:
Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. – Mark Twain11
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
LONG WEEKENDS AND SUMMER VACATIONS,TIME WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS, TRAVELING, AND CONCERTS
Katie Roberts
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Katie Roberts
MEDIA SALES DIRECTOR
favorite place traveled to:
A European back-packing trip to Italy, France and Monte Carlo right after college was a trip of a lifetime, however I have a huge love for the beaches of Mexico, and mountains of Montana as well!three words that describe me:
Outgoing, Loyal, Conscientiousfun fact:
I’m a huge fan of 80s music!favorite quote:
Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you're right. – Henry Ford2
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
SPENDING TIME WITH MY HUSBAND AND 2 YOUNG BOYS, WORKING OUT, READING, GARDENING, POP CULTURE, HAPPY HOURS W/ GIRLFRIENDS.
JULIE SHAY
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JULIE SHAY
PUBLICATIONS PRODUCTION MANAGER
favorite part of my job:
Interacting with my co-workers.favorite place traveled to:
So many! Anything tropical – we’ve been to both coasts in Mexico (actually prefer the West Coast!), Dominican Republic and Hawaii.can't live without:
Dr. Pepperfun fact:
A character in the award-winning book of Short Stories “The Bigness of the World” is based on me.23
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
READING, TRAVELING TO NEW PLACES, PLAYING GAMES ON MY IPHONE
ROB ETIENNE
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ROB ETIENNE
MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER/IT
favorite part of my job:
The collaborative atmosphere and the people I work with.favorite place traveled to:
Paris and Venicecan't live without:
Booksfavorite quote:
You create your own reality. THERE IS NO OTHER RULE. Knowing this is the secret of creativity.17
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
READING, CONNECTING WITH FRIENDS, PAINTING
BEN REDPATH
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BEN REDPATH
MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER
favorite part of my job:
Getting to work with many types of businesses on a variety of projects on a regular basis.favorite place traveled to:
Backcountry of Glacier National Parkfun fact:
As a child model, I was on the back of Cheerios and Trix cereal boxes.favorite quote:
A mind is like a parachute – it doesn’t work if it is not open.- Frank Zappa10
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
BACKPACKING, TRAIL RUNNING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WEEKEND ROAD TRIPS
CHARMEIN GOSSEN
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CHARMEIN GOSSEN
SENIOR MARKETING CONSULTANT
favorite part of my job:
Meeting clients and discovering how to grow their business with the top products we have to offer.favorite place traveled to:
Pariscan't live without:
Laughterfavorite quote:
Imagination plus Innovation equals Realization9
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
MOTORCYCLING, HUNTING, SNOWMOBILING, CAMPING
LEX ZWACH
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LEX ZWACH
SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
favorite part of my job:
Working with clients.favorite place traveled to:
Turks & Caicos - most beautiful beaches and water anywhere!can't live without:
My husband and kids! Also, my venti non-fat chai from Starbucks and Jolly Ranchers! Oh, and Pinterest!favorite quote:
The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. - Dr. Suess9
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
WATCHING MY KIDS' ACTIVITIES, READING, WALKING, GOLF
Colette DesMarais
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Colette DesMarais
MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER / PHOTOGRAPHER
favorite part of my job:
The people I work with along with the variety of projects I have the opportunity to do. Whether it is a head shot, product shot, or traveling to their location and capturing the overall sense of what their company is about, there is no photography job too big or small. three words that describe me:
Focused, Easy-going, Wittyfun fact:
I had a very eclectic schooling experience; I was in public schools, private schools, home-schooled, and did PSEO during my primary academic career.favorite quote:
When something goes wrong in your life just yell “PLOT TWIST” and move on.9
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
PHOTOGRAPHY, BOWLING, GOLF, COOKING
ALLISON BENSON
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ALLISON BENSON
SOCIAL MEDIA & CONTENT SPECIALIST
favorite part of my job:
I love learning! My work at Prime allows me many opportunities to expand my knowledge. Prime helps a diverse set of clients and each has their own story to tell. Getting to know a businesses is one of the most interesting things about my job. Also I love researching about social media, including new trends and up and coming sites. Social Media is always changing, which keeps it interesting. favorite place traveled to:
Daytona Beach, FLcan't live without:
Social Media – I just don’t know what I would do in my free time then.fun fact:
Although I had two bikes when I was younger, my parents or I never bought a bike. I won my first bike at an event for North Dakota Farmers Union when I was 7. When I was 16, I won a bike again at that same event.favorite quote:
But all the magic I have known I’ve had to make myself. - Shel Silverstein9
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
COOKING, PLAYING WITH MY DOG THEO, FISHING, AND CAMPING
Suzanne L. Budde
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Suzanne L. Budde
MEDIA & SALES COORDINATOR
favorite place traveled to:
Chinese Taipei three words that describe me:
Open, Friendly, and Caringfavorite quote:
“It’s not what you’ve done, but what you are willing to do”-ZLB5
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
TRAVELING AND MY FAMILY! HAVING AN ACTIVE AND HAPPY FAMILY IS LIKE HAVING 100 HOBBIES WITH EXCITEMENT AROUND EVERY CORNER.
Brian Lauer
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Brian Lauer
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
three words that describe me:
Innovative, Resilient, Dependable fun fact:
I once saved a dying newborn calf, that was non-responsive, by administering CPR. The calf made a full recovery. favorite quote:
Be Hungry, Be Humble, and always be the hardest worker in the room.5
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
PHEASANT HUNTING, SNOWMOBILING, WORKING OUT, AND WORKING ON THE FAMILY FARM.
Alaina Wilkins
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Alaina Wilkins
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
favorite place traveled to:
The Caribbean Island of St Maarten three words that describe me:
Quirky, Creative, Stubbornfun fact:
I’m 5’0” tall and played hockey for most of my life.favorite quote:
Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes, art is knowing which ones to keep.4
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
ALL THINGS CREATIVE INCLUDING PAINTING AND MIXED MEDIA. I ALSO LOVE ADVENTURING, TRAVELING AND NEW EXPERIENCES.
Sara Biren
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Sara Biren
CONTENT & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
favorite part of my job:
Variety! I love writing new and different things each day, and because I’m naturally curious, I enjoy learning about a wide range of industries.favorite place traveled to:
London and the North Shore of Lake Superiorfun fact:
My debut young adult novel, The Last Thing You Said, was published by Amulet Books on April 4, 2017. favorite quote:
It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all – in which case, you fail by default. - JK Rowling4
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
READING, WRITING, TRAVEL, AND EXPLORING MINNESOTA. I AM ACTIVE IN BOY SCOUTS AND AM A GIRL SCOUT TROOP LEADER.
Liz French
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Liz French
SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
favorite place traveled to:
Colorado – I lived there for a few years and I can’t stay away. It’s my happy place.three words that describe me:
Passionate, Determined, Caringfun fact:
My life’s dream is to dance with John Travolta. favorite quote:
You have been assigned this mountain to show others it can be moved. – Anonymous 2
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
HANGING OUT WITH MY MINI HORSE, BLUE. JUST KIDDING. SHE’S A GREAT DANE, BUT IT’S THE SAME THING RIGHT? ANYTHING THAT HAS TO DO WITH FOOD! I LOVE COOKING, TRYING NEW THINGS, GOING TO RESTAURANTS AND BEING ADVENTUROUS. CONCERTS ARE MY THING. I ALSO LIKE TO SPEND MY TIME VOLUNTEERING AND GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY AS SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE DONE FOR ME.
Kelsey Gustafson
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Kelsey Gustafson
ACCOUNT MANAGER
favorite place traveled to:
Atlanta, Georgia – I went to my first music festival there and had the best experience! Southern Hospitality is a real thing and the food is amazing!three words that describe me:
Helpful, Kind, Dedicatedfun fact:
I haven’t left the country since I got here 30+ years ago when I was adopted!favorite quote:
There are millions of possibilities for the future, but it’s up to you to choose which becomes reality. – Steven Universe2
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
COLLECTING TOYS (MOSTLY FUNKO POP! FIGURES), GOING TO WAY TOO MANY CONCERTS, READING, AND SPENDING TIME WITH MY HUSBAND AND OUR FOUR-LEGGED FURRY KID BELLE.
Lance Boedigheimer
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Lance Boedigheimer
COPYWRITER
favorite place traveled to:
Banff National Park and Yoho National Park of Canada in the Canadian Rockies.three words that describe me:
Caring, Goofy, and Analyticalfun fact:
I’ve been coaching youth wrestling in my hometown since I graduated college.favorite quote:
To live happily is an inward power of the soul. - Marcus Aurelius2
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
SPENDING TIME WITH FRIENDS, WATCHING AND RE-WATCHING COMEDY SPECIALS, COACHING, HIKING, RUNNING, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND READING.
Melissa King
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Melissa King
SOCIAL MEDIA & CONTENT SPECIALIST
favorite place traveled to:
Grand Marais. Every view is straight from a post card, and its relaxed vibe feels like home.three words that describe me:
Witty, determined, good-naturedfun fact:
I was invited to attend events for Bill Paxton in NY and Los Angeles after writing a tribute column following his heartbreaking death in 2017.favorite quote:
Sometimes it’s the very people who no one imagines anything of who do the things no one can imagine. - The Imitation Game1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
RUNNING, BASKETBALL (PLAYING AND WATCHING), MOVIES, TAKING PHOTOS, NAPPING
Ashley Minetor
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Ashley Minetor
WEB ASSISTANT
favorite place traveled to:
Duluth, MNthree words that describe me:
Passionate, friendly, creativefun fact:
I play Dungeons and Dragons and I have a green thumb! favorite quote:
Just keep swimming - Dory or A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory. LLAP - Leonard Nimoy1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
I SPEND A LOT OF MY TIME DRAWING AND ILLUSTRATING. I LIKE TO SPEND TIME WITH MY FAMILY AND I LOVE TO LEARN.
Matt Reinan
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Matt Reinan
DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER
favorite place traveled to:
Vieques, Puerto Ricothree words that describe me:
Fun, Energetic, Drivenfun fact:
I roast my own coffee beans.favorite quote:
Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the present. - Bil Keane or Oogway from Kung Fu Panda1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
CAMPING & HIKING, FAMILY TIME, COOKING, HOME IMPROVEMENTS, SPORTS
Sara McCaffery
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Sara McCaffery
SENIOR MARKETING CONSULTANT
favorite place traveled to:
Hawaiithree words that describe me:
Fun, Passionate, Hard-workingfun fact:
I once went bungee jumping.favorite quote:
Think, Believe, Dream, and Dare. - Walt Disney1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
SPENDING TIME WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY, HIKING AND CAMPING.
Casie Beldo
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Casie Beldo
ART DIRECTOR
favorite place traveled to:
Isla Mujeres, Mexico (a ferry ride away from Cancun)three words that describe me:
Open-minded, Innovative, Logicalfun fact:
You’ll never see me eating Taco Bell, because Taco John’s has my heart.favorite quote:
If nothing is going right, go left.1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
PHOTOGRAPHY, READING, SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY, COOKING AND BAKING, GETTING MY CRAFT ON, DREAMING ABOUT HOUSE PROJECTS.
Abbey Calder
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Abbey Calder
ACCOUNT MANAGER
favorite place traveled to:
Barcelona, Spainthree words that describe me:
Extroverted, Compassionate and Practicalfun fact:
I have been coaching special Olympics for 10 years and run the local bowling program for SOMN.favorite quote:
Whatever you are, be a good one. – Abraham Lincoln1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
VOLUNTEERING IN THE COMMUNITY, BUYING BOOKS AND NEVER READING THEM, SAND VOLLEYBALL
Diana Golovatyy
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Diana Golovatyy
MARKETING ASSISTANT
favorite place traveled to:
Riviera Maya, Mexicothree words that describe me:
Energetic, Caring and Funnyfun fact:
I can speak Russian fluently.favorite quote:
Look around. Appreciate what you have. Nothing will be the same in a year.1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
I ENJOY SPENDING TIME WITH MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY, PLAYING WITH MY TWO DOGS, AND TRAVELING TO NEW PLACES!
Christy Stern
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Christy Stern
ACCOUNT MANAGER
favorite place traveled to:
Iceland and Maui, Hawaiithree words that describe me:
Kind, Hard-working, Dedicatedfun fact:
I’m Icelandic, and both of my parents are Icelandic; I’ve been fortunate to visit this beautiful country twice to meet some of my relatives. favorite quote:
Life should be fragrant, rooftop to the basement. - from the U2 song, Kite1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
READING, WALKING WITH MY HUSBAND AND OUR DOG, WATCHING MOVIES, VOLUNTEERING, SCRAPBOOKING WITH FRIENDS, AND SCROLLING INSTAGRAM FOR INSPIRATION.
Ann Karazeris
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Ann Karazeris
COPYWRITER
favorite part of my job:
I like the variety of projects I get to work on, and the people, of course.favorite place traveled to:
Scottish Highlandsfun fact:
I’m national champion black belt in Tae Kwon Do.favorite quote:
The secret, dear Alice, is to surround yourself with people who make your heart smile. It’s then, only then, that you’ll find Wonderland. - Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
WRITING, COOKING, MARTIAL ARTS, CYCLING, AND GARDENING
Heidi Zeto
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Heidi Zeto
SENIOR MARKETING CONSULTANT
favorite place traveled to:
Cayman Islandsthree words that describe me:
Loyal, Optimistic, Funfavorite quote:
I always tell my kids if you lay down, people will step over you. But if you keep scrambling, if you keep going, someone will always, always give you a hand. Always. But you gotta keep dancing, you gotta keep your feet moving. - Morgan Freeman1
years with Prime
other than work, i enjoy:
I LOVE SPENDING TIME WITH MY TWO KIDS AND MY PUPPY BERNIE. PLAYING BINGO, CARDS, GOING BOATING AND WATCHING THE MN TWINS AND VIKINGS.
