Board of Directors

James Berglie | President

James is the Executive Director at Community Living Services in Fargo. He has been active in the disabilities community for many years.

Elissa Novotny | Vice President

Elissa is the President at Dovetail Development, LLC, and has over 20 years of architectural experience. She rejoined the Solutions Board of Directors in 2025.

Casey Drege

Casey is an attorney with Ohnstad Twichell, P.C., practicing corporate and business law. As a former JAG Officer in the North Dakota Army National Guard, Casey brings a strong background in leadership, public service, and complex legal matters.

Sara Stolt

Sara brings extensive healthcare administration and operational leadership experience through her work with the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services and a long career spanning both public service and private-sector healthcare.

Brad Stedman | Secretary/Treasurer

Brad has been the owner of Bradley L. Stedman, Limited since 2004. He also serves as board president of Beyond Shelter, Inc. and treasurer of Connections.

Vicki Chepulis

Vicki brings a wealth of nonprofit leadership experience, having served with the Five Wings Arts Council and as co-founder and former Executive Director of Trollwood Performing Arts School. She lives in Wadena, MN.

Rammie Olson

Rammie brings valuable expertise in business and finance through her work as Senior Business Banker with Gate City Bank, along with a longstanding commitment to human services through board and committee service across the region.

Michelle WardMichelle is currently working as a Paraprofessional at Minnewaska Area High School in the Special Education department.  She is the mother of 4, and her youngest is on the autism spectrum and attends the Alexandria AIM clinic fu…

Michelle Ward

Michelle is a High School Math Teacher at Kalon Prep Academy and brings both professional and personal perspective to board service. As a parent of a young adult on the autism spectrum, she offers valuable insight into the impact of behavioral health and support services on individuals and families.