Dusty Jostes When a local story shines a light on local people doing meaningful work, it always feels a little extra special.
This month, FBS CEO Michael Wurzer and VP of Customer Experience Kendra O’Brien were featured in Fargo INC! Magazine’s October issue, a publication that celebrates leadership, innovation, and the many organizations shaping our community. The article, selected as the cover story, highlights what makes FBS unique, not just as a technology company, but as a 100% employee-owned business built right here in Fargo.
As Michael shared in the interview,
“We say we create owners in two ways—employee owners and homeowners.”
That simple statement reflects FBS’s long-standing purpose: empowering our people while helping millions of families buy and sell homes.
Nearly five decades ago, FBS began as a small software startup in Fargo. Today, we serve more than 335,000 real estate professionals through our Flexmls Platform, yet our foundation remains unchanged—collaboration, care, and connection to our community.
Kendra noted,
“Real estate is local. Every market has something unique, and our software has to honor that.”
That idea of balancing national standards with local flexibility is central to how FBS serves MLSs nationwide, and it’s a reflection of our belief that technology works best when it’s designed with people in mind.
The article also explores the power of employee ownership, a model that’s shaped FBS since 2005. Every FBSer shares in the company’s success, has a voice in how we grow, and carries a shared responsibility for our customers and each other. It’s a culture built on our core values: Respect, Freedom, and Opportunity.
We’re grateful to Fargo INC for sharing our story and honored to be featured in a publication that celebrates the community we proudly call home. The timing couldn’t be better, as we join businesses across the country in celebrating National Employee Ownership Month this October.
Read the full article and explore more of the Fargo INC! October issue here: https://issuu.com/fmspotlight/docs/fargo_inc_october_2025/40