Ecumen North Branch Leader Named 10 Under 10 Awardee

SHOREVIEW, MN (April 28, 2026) — Ecumen is proud to announce that Justin Boldt, Executive Director at Ecumen North Branch, has been named one of the Minnesota State University Moorhead Foundation’s 2026 10 Under 10 Awardees. The prestigious award recognizes outstanding alumni under the age of 40 who demonstrate exceptional professional achievement, leadership, and commitment to community service within 10 years of graduation.

Boldt oversees healthcare operations at Ecumen North Branch, including assisted living, memory care, short-term transitional care, and long-term care. Since stepping into his leadership role, he has helped elevate both resident care and employee retention, while fostering a culture grounded in compassion, dignity, and engagement.

Under Boldt’s leadership, Ecumen North Branch was recognized in 2024 as a recipient of the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living Bronze Commitment to Quality Award, which honors organizations demonstrating continuous improvement and consistent performance. In 2025, the campus also earned Gold Credentialing through CARD Montessori Lifestyle and Awakenings Transformation, recognizing excellence in resident-centered care that promotes autonomy, respect, and meaningful engagement.

“Justin’s authentic leadership has created a team that is deeply grounded in the community and focused on delivering consistent, high-quality care,” said Blaine Gamst, Ecumen Senior Director, Operations. “His leadership style is based in the philosophy that people thrive when they are seen, valued, and supported, and that is reflected in a team that leads with empathy and compassion.”

A 2019 graduate of Minnesota State University Moorhead with a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration and management, Boldt remains actively connected to his alma mater. He serves on MSU Moorhead’s Community of Interest Board for the Health Services Administration and Master of Healthcare Administration programs, where he helps guide and support the development of future healthcare leaders.

Boldt’s career has been marked by early leadership responsibilities, continuous learning, and a strong commitment to giving back—both to the profession of healthcare and to the communities and people Ecumen serves.

Justin and the other award recipients were recognized at a reception at Barry Auditorium at the MSUM Christianson Alumni Center on April 23.

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