SOAR Leadership Groups

05/26/2026

ARTICLE: How do you make the leap from OPERATOR to VISIONARY when everything seems to demand your full time & attention?!

“As a CEO or founder of a growing business, it’s easy to get caught in the daily grind, putting out fires, managing details, and reacting to urgent issues. This operator-mode can keep your company afloat... but it won’t take you to the next level.”

This 2 minute article shares the one catalyst that can drive perspective, support, and accountability to make that BIG leap.

Link in bio “From Operator to Visionary”

05/17/2026

Congratulations to SOAR Member Jill Haspert, CEO of for being honored at the Business Journal’s Women in Business event 🎉

04/30/2026

UPCOMING EVENT: Most leaders don’t have a performance problem. They have an alignment problem.

The wrong people doing the wrong work leads to burnout, friction, and slower ex*****on, no matter how talented the team is.

We’re hosting a small, interactive leadership workshop with Professional Facilitator Nick Foulks to break down how work actually gets done inside a business and how to align your team.

If you’ve ever felt like your team should be moving faster than it is… this will be worth your time.

*This is an invitation-only event. To learn more please email [email protected]

04/25/2026

40 Under 40 by .businessjournal was a SUCCESS 🎉 Congratulations to SOAR Member Chris Forest & all the other honorees!

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04/14/2026

We’re excited to introduce our newest SOAR Facilitator, Chris Eilers!

SOAR is built on leaders who have actually done the work, and Chris is exactly that. As a longtime leader with Dunn Brothers Coffee, Chris played a key role in brand strategy, franchise development, and innovation across the organization.

Today, he works directly with founders and leadership teams as an EOS Implementer, helping them gain clarity, alignment, and .

Chris brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to leadership, helping founders cut through complexity, focus on what matters, and execute at a higher level.

Chris will be "shepherding" a new Founder/CEO peer group launching in July.

If you're ready to take your leadership to new heights, reach out to [email protected] or apply online at SOARGROUPS.COM

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-eilers-5b11416/

I implement the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS) to help entrepreneurs get what… · Experience: EOS Worldwide · Education: Arizona State University · Location: Minneapolis · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Chris Eilers’ profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion mem...

04/09/2026

We don’t add facilitators to SOAR often. And when we do, the bar is high.

We’re proud to welcome Nick Foulks as our newest SOAR Facilitator, (or as we lovingly call them: "shepherds") leading a Founder/CEO peer group launching in August, "3rd Wednesday in the morning."

Nick is a published author, leadership and communication coach, and leads marketing and sales at Great Waters Financial.

But titles aren’t what matter most here.

It’s the ability to shepherd a room of high-level leaders, to challenge thinking, create trust quickly, and guide conversations that actually move the needle.

Nick does that exceptionally well.

With a background that began in pastoral leadership and evolved into the business world, he brings both depth and sharp, practical insight.

The room he will lead won’t be for everyone.

It'll be for leaders who want to be challenged, sharpened, and held to a higher standard.

That’s what we expect inside SOAR.

If that sounds like you, or someone comes to mind, connect with Nick or apply online at SOARGROUPS.COM

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-foulks-eli-mp-cpc-530b07115/

As a professional I have had the privilege of working in multiple arenas. I have worked… · Experience: Great Waters Financial · Education: University of Northwestern - St. Paul · Location: Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Nick Foulks , ELI-MP, CPC’s prof...

04/07/2026

Being a CEO without a peer group isn’t impressive. It’s expensive.

Less than 25% of CEOs have a circle of peers they can count on.

Yet, a study by Vistage showed CEOs who have a peer group see 2-3X growth & profit year over year than those who do not have a group.

At a certain level, being a “leader” without that kind of room isn’t a badge of honor.

It’s a liability.

Imagine finding a room of “HUNGRY, HUMBLE, SMART” leaders.

The conversations get real.
Your standards get higher.
& growth is inevitable.

“No question about it, joining SOAR has been the single best decision of my professional career.” Josh Helgesen, CEO of Greiner Construction

Learn more at SOARGROUPS.COM

04/06/2026

SOAR is proud to sponsor one of the most inspiring leadership events in the Twin Cities: The 40 Under 40 Awards by .businessjournal on April 23rd at the Metropolitan Ballroom in Golden Valley, MN.

Enjoy complimentary drinks, tasty bites, and a chance to mingle with some of the Twin Cities’ most impressive professionals.

🏆 Congratulations to all the Honorees 🏆
Christopher P. Forest — *SOAR MEMBER!!!
Chris Abbott — PivotBio
Eugene Alvey — Swinergy Inc.
Dr. Michael Baer — Summit Orthopedics
Ryan Bandy — Indeed Brewing Company
Leah Berend, CPA — Marrin Investment Partners
Michelle Boe — Lakeview Health Foundation (HealthPartners Inc.)
Teresa Borgen — Newmark
Zach Bork — CentraCare
Brian Bruggeman — Colliers | Minneapolis-St. Paul
Divya Divakaran — Leadership Evolutions
Kelley Dixon — St. Croix Linen
Amanda Dolan — RBC Wealth Management
Jhaelynn Elam — The B Suite
Courtney Ernston — North Star Law
Morgan Evans — Agitated Solutions; Avio MedTech Consulting
Gaosong V. Heu — Marc Heu Patisserie Paris
Sean Higgins — BetterYou
Harry Jacobs — Thompson Jacobs
Shahbaz Khan — NFL
Laura Koebele — Tandem Foods
Adora Land — Bush Foundation
Sarah Lewis — Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting
Munira Maalimisaq, FNP — Inspire Change Clinic
Hailey Margetta — Bell Bank
Jamie Buskirk McCarty — Dorsey & Whitney
Erica McKenzie — Minnesota Wild
Megan McNally — Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Ahna Minge — Minnesota Management and Budget
Kamal Mohamed — Parcelle Organics
Ashley Mooneyham, PhD — Momease Solutions
Ridwane Moustapha — PACE Loan Group
Jenna Ray — GiveMN
Michael Solomon — St. Paul Port Authority
Charles Sutton — Mesabi Metallics
Abby Swenson — Northern Greens Golf Collective
Kelly Swenson — JPMorganChase & Co.
Jaime Wing — Norton Rose Fulbright
David Wood — Ancoats
Zach Zelickson — Border Foods Inc.

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03/25/2026

We’re proud to sponsor one of the most inspiring leadership events in the Twin Cities: The 40 Under 40 Awards by Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal on April 23rd at the Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom in Golden Valley, MN.

Enjoy complimentary drinks, tasty bites, and a chance to mingle with some of the Twin Cities’ most impressive professionals.

CLICK HERE for tickets: https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/event/172633/2026/40-under-40-awards

See you there!

The 40 Under 40 Awards honor the next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of business, culture, and community right here in the Minneapolis and St. Paul region.

03/13/2026

As SOAR continues to SOAR, we are looking for more “shepherds” to lead our peer groups.

People often assume these groups are just about solving business challenges.

They’re not.

Yes, founders and CEOs come together each month to talk about strategy, leadership, and the realities of building a company.

But what happens in the room goes much deeper than that.

When a leader becomes healthier, clearer, and stronger…

Their employees benefit.
Their families feel it.
Their communities feel it.

The ripple effect is real.

That’s why our facilitators matter so much.

They guide the conversations, create the space for honesty and growth, and help leaders become the best version of themselves.

If you know someone with the wisdom, presence, and heart to serve leaders in this way, we’d love to connect.

Because when leaders grow, everyone around them WINS.

Reach out through SOARGROUPS.COM