Former football captain and business alum makes big plays early in career

Shad Vedaa (business administration ‘20) is the Head of Sales for Chezy, where he leads a strategic overhaul of sales messaging and outreach strategies, helping close significant deals for the business. He has had a 90% increase in sales during his first two quarters as Head of Sales and drove 54% year-over-year revenue growth by refining outreach initiatives and optimizing service offerings. Shad has also developed new ways to amplify nonprofit storytelling.

Prior to making waves at Chezy, Shad earned his BS in Business Administration & Management (2021) and Master of Business Administration (MBA, 2022) at Minnesota State Moorhead.

Shad is a known leader within his community. He is a defensive coordinator for Park Christian High School, where he mentors student-athletes on leadership, resilience, and teamwork to help them grow on and off the field.

Shad resides in Fargo, N.D., and makes efforts to find connections with his community on and off the football field. He regularly interacts with parents, faculty, and students at Park Christian Schools to foster mentor-student relationships and help students be the best versions of themselves. He has a unique ability to connect with young athletes and has been instrumental in nurturing their talents and inspiring his team to achieve high standards.

In recognition of Shad’s business leadership and heart for youth, he has been named an MSUM Foundation 2026 10 Under 10 Awardee.

Joe Tjosvold, the founder and CEO of Chezy, received the 10 Under 10 Award in 2025. Their colleague Luke Steichen is also receiving a 2026 10 Under 10 Award. What a great team of Dragons!