The Young Professionals Network (YPN) exists to identify and support emerging leaders who are already making a difference in their workplaces and in the community. Each year, the One to Watch recognition honors a young professional whose leadership is visible through action, commitment and growth. 

Meet the 2025 YPN One to Watch Brandon Schulze

Schulze has built a reputation for leading with intention and investing in people, qualities that reflect the purpose of YPN and define what it means to be a leader on the rise. 

As a Parts New Product Development Lead at Doosan Bobcat, Schulze helps guide strategy and execution for parts launches across more than 20 product lines. His role supports global collaboration while advancing efficiency and profitability across international teams. His leadership shows through in how he brings people together and creates clarity across complex work. 

One of Schulze’s most impactful contributions has been leading a global initiative to improve collaboration across Bobcat’s parts division. By moving teams away from region-specific silos and toward shared processes and communication, the effort strengthened alignment and improved performance. It also fostered greater understanding across cultures and working styles, reinforcing the importance of respect and trust in leadership. 

That focus carries into how Schulze leads his team. He prioritizes service, takes time to understand individual strengths and holds regular one-on-one conversations centered on growth and long-term goals. His leadership approach is rooted in helping others succeed and preparing them for what comes next. 

Schulze’s commitment to leadership extends beyond his role at Bobcat. He operates a small business that supports local entrepreneurs through bookkeeping, consulting and business coaching. He serves on The Chamber's YPN leadership committee, mentors students through North Dakota State University’s Business Connections program and regularly supports local FFA competitions. He is also actively involved in his church and volunteers within the community. 

When asked what advice he would offer other young professionals, Schulze encourages them to take chances and say yes to opportunities that challenge them. Growth, he believes, comes from stepping outside comfort zones and using those experiences to support others. 

YPN has been an important part of that journey, providing space to build relationships, develop leadership skills and contribute alongside peers who share a commitment to service. 

The One to Watch recognition highlights leaders who are already shaping their organizations and communities. Brandon Schulze exemplifies that standard and reflects the impact possible when young professionals are given room to grow.  

The Young Professionals Network continues to develop that next generation of leaders. Encourage the young professionals on your team to get involved and take part in building leadership for the future.