About Us

We are a small, locally owned business here in Hazen, North Dakota.  We started Groundation because we LOVE coffee and have a love for shopping.  I (Michelle) always dreamt of owning my own boutique. James was busy running his salon (Juniper & Fern)) but wanted to take on a new venture. We decided to start with the coffee shop. A few months in, we added merchandise and it simply became a gift shop. We are slowly molding the coffee shop into a boutique. Seems odd, I know, but we are making all of our dreams come true and what better way to do than with FAMILY. 

A little bit about me (Michelle) I was born and raised in ND. I grew up in Dickinson and attended college in Minot. I graduated from Minot State with a degree in Business Management. I started my first job out of college working for an Accountant. I can't tell you how much working for her helped me in opening my business. I learned the background of business hands on and it was a wonderful experience. i have a puppy (Coco) and 4 nieces and a nephew along with a couple honorary nieces and nephews!!

 

James- Lives in Hazen, ND with his wife (Rachel- Michelle's older sister) and their little girls Pippa & Iris. James is cosmetologist and owns Juniper & Fern located in Hazen. Juniper & Fern is an Aveda Salon and has been open since 2015. He also has branched out into home decor which is available on the website.