Talking Business - The Hidden Gems of Cloquet

Inspired by his Finnish grandfather and a passion for traditional wellness, entrepreneur Troy Persaud founded Nordic Legend Products — a company dedicated to handcrafted saunas, premium sauna stoves, cedar hot and cold plunge tubs, and unique outdoor cedar pet shelters. Recently, Troy expanded operations by purchasing and renovating a commercial building in Cloquet’s historic West End District, tr...

Hidden Gem: Guaranteed Network Services (GNS) Tucked into downtown Cloquet, Guaranteed Network Services (GNS) is quietly powering the technology behind businesses across North America. While headquartered in Lawrenceville, Georgia and established in 2011, GNS planted roots locally in 2024 at 1111 Cloquet Avenue, bringing world-class IT, telecommunications, and infrastructure expertise directly to...

🌱 Hidden Gem Feature: The Fruit Tree Guy – Let’s Grow Some Fruit! Right here in the Northland, where many assume fruit trees struggle to survive, one local entrepreneur is changing the narrative—one root at a time. Meet The Fruit Tree Guy , a passion-driven business launched by Cloquet’s own Mark Plemel. What started as frustration with failed big-box store tree purchases has grown into a niche,...

If you’re looking for a cozy place to gather, eat well, and enjoy a seriously good cup of coffee, Koinonia Coffeehouse is quickly becoming a must-visit destination in Cloquet’s West End Business District. Located inside the historic Chief Theater at 103 Avenue C , Koinonia Coffeehouse blends vintage charm with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly new. Owned by An...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of KOA Campground. For 27 years, the Higton Family has warmly welcomed guests to the Cloquet KOA Campground, a tranquil retreat nestled within Minnesota’s picturesque Northwoods. Ideally located just south...

In this episode of Talking Business Shelly Peterson, Founder and CEO of Promoting Me and Holly Hansen, Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are discussing the Hidden Gem of Fairchild Equipment. Fairchild Equipment, a premier heavy equipment distributor and forklift provider, is a family-owned business headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Owned by Gary and Chad Fairchild, the co...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson, Founder and CEO of Promoting Me and Holly Hansen, Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the hidden gem of New Perspectives Senior Living. New Perspectives Senior Living in Cloquet, MN, is redefining senior care with its comprehensive assisted living and memory care services. Nestled in a serene setting, New Pe...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of The Haven. The Haven, with locations throughout Minnesota including Woodbury, Waconia, Shakopee, Cloquet, and various telehealth centers, is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individ...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Fryberger Law Firm. Established in 1893 in Duluth, Fryberger Law Firm has built a rich legacy over more than a century. With a staff of 33 professionals, Fryberger operates offices in Duluth, Super...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Room at the Table. In the heart of the Cloquet Forestry Center, a unique culinary venture is bringing people together with exceptional food and a warm sense of community. Co-owners Paul Sapyta and...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Queen of Peace School. Located at 102 4th Street in Cloquet, Queen of Peace School has been a cornerstone of the community since 1912, offering education from Preschool through 8th grade. As Queen...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Essentia Health - Cloquet, MN. In today's fast-paced world, having accessible, high-quality healthcare close to home is more important than ever. The Essentia Health-Cloquet Clinic has stepped...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Arrowhead Orthodontics. Arrowhead Orthodontics is a cornerstone of orthodontic care in Northeastern Minnesota, with a strong presence across the region. Boasting three offices in Duluth and additio...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Massage Therapy by Karen Langess and Brook Bird. We Save Marriages! Karen Langness, a seasoned massage therapist with two decades of experience, has been a pillar at Tranquility Salon and Day Spa f...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Tranquility Salon & Day Salon. Nestled in the heart of downtown Cloquet, Tranquility Salon & Day Spa at 1610 Cloquet Avenue offers an inviting and comfortable escape for those seeking top-n...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Shear Haven Salon. Jenna Knight owns the newly opened Shear Haven Salon in Downtown Cloquet.  She offers a full suite of customized personal haircare services, from cuts and perms to up-dos and fac...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Glow Getter Aesthetics. Simply stated, meeting entrepreneur Bree Hieb will knock your socks off. She’s an inspiration across career spectrums and one heck of a “glow-getter.” Bree recently purchase...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of CMH Raiter Family Clinic. The Importance of Independent Local Healthcare – Loyalty through the Generations - CMH Raiter Family Clinic – Your Neighbors Caring For You! In 2019, Raiter Clinic merged...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson, Founder and CEO of Promoting Me and Holly Hansen, Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Carlson Orthodontics in Cloquet, MN. The Cloquet office of Carlson Orthodontics is located at 708 Stanley Avenue (near Walmart). They offer a suite of services for braces, treatments, and retainers.  Treat...

In this episode of talking business, Shelly Peterson, Founder and CEO of Promoting Me and Holly Hansen, Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking the Hidden Gem of RE/MAX Real Estate. Located at 35 14th Street in Cloquet, RE/MAX has five dedicated agents to assist you with your sale or purchase needs.  Diane Siltanen, owner of RE/MAX Cloquet, started doing real estate sale...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson - Founder and CEO of Promoting Me, LLC. and Holly Hansen - Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are talking about the Hidden Gem of Northwestern Surveying & Engineering. Northwestern Surveying and Engineering was incorporated in 1998 and has grown from a land surveying company into a broad range of services focusing on ener...

In this episode of Talking Business, Shelly Peterson, Founder and CEO of Promoting Me and Holly Hansen, Community Development Director for the City of Cloquet are promoting the Hidden Gem of 218 TapHouse. Entrepreneurs Dean and Alison Crotteau are at it again, opening 218 TapHouse at 918 South Hwy 33, paying tribute to the 218-Northeast Minnesota area code and its various craft features.  The coup...

Welcome to the Pet Pulse Podcast: Veterinary wisdom for pet parents. Today's episode is Flea & Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention.

In this episode of the Pet Pulse Podcast, Dr. Mary Wictor is talking about Flea & Tick Prevention and Heartworm Prevention.