Widseth Welcomes Steve Razidlo to its Brainerd/Baxter Team

We’re excited to announce that Steve Razidlo has joined Widseth’s Brainerd/Baxter office as a Business Development Specialist, focused on serving the K‑12 education market.

Steve brings more than three decades of education leadership serving in various roles. He has been a teacher, coach, athletic director, high school principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent. Steve spent 17 years in the Brainerd Public Schools district and in 2014 was honored as Administrator of Excellence by the Minnesota Association of School Administrators for his outstanding leadership and community involvement.

Over the past 11 years, Steve broadened his global perspective, serving as director at the American International School in Vienna, Austria, before leading the American School of Doha in Qatar.

Benefits to School Districts in MN and ND

With Steve on board, districts can tap into a rare blend of local roots and global experience. Whether you’re planning modernization, renovating buildings, or navigating long‑term facility planning, Steve understands both the educational and operational side. He’s eager to help districts across Minnesota and North Dakota visualize and plan for their future. Steve brings:

Leadership at every level: educator, coach, principal, athletic director, district administrator, and superintendent
Hands‑on experience with facilities and improvement initiatives in K‑12 settings
Deep knowledge of how districts operate—from budgets and staffing to academics and facilities
Global perspective, applying international best practices to local challenges

We are thrilled to welcome Steve Razidlo to Widseth and back to the Brainerd Lakes Area. His professional expertise, facility planning experience, and passion for education make him a tremendous resource for our K‑12 clients.