A.W. Research Laboratories, Inc.
(218) 829-7974
16326 Airport Rd
Brainerd, MN 56401
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Our Staff

Sara Ahlers
Part-Owner, C.E.O.
​Laboratory Director

sara@awlab.com
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Sara joined A.W. Research Laboratories, Inc. as Laboratory Director in 1999. Originally from Red Lake Falls, she attended the University of Minnesota where she received her degree in biochemistry and molecular biology. As Laboratory Director, Sara is responsible for maintaining the laboratory's accreditation and quality control procedures. She works directly with clients to provide service quotes to meet their testing needs. She also reviews and approves all testing results completed by the laboratory. 
Stephanie Kuesel
Part-Owner, C.O.O.
Laboratory Manager

stephanie@awlab.com
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Stephanie has been with A.W. Research Laboratories, Inc. since 2001 and is originally from Little Falls. She has degrees in water resource technology and environmental resources from Vermillion Community College and the University of Minnesota. As Laboratory Manager, Stephanie oversees the day-to-day operations of the laboratory. She supervises our lab technicians and ensures that testing meets quality standards and is completed on time. 
Sarah Fogderud
Part-Owner, C.F.O.
Client Services Manager & Controller

sarah@awlab.com
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Sarah joined the A.W. Research Laboratories, Inc. team in 2008. She is originally from Bismarck, North Dakota and has a biology degree from Gustavus Adolphus College. Sarah works with clients to communicate laboratory results through written reports, meetings, and presentations. She is in charge of the onsite sample collection for lakes and private homes. Sarah also oversees all of the business financials and day-to-day bookkeeping.
A.W. RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC.
16326 Airport Road
Brainerd, MN 56401
Phone: (218) 829-7974
Email: awlab@awlab.com

100% Women-Owned and Operated
HOURS: 
Mon-Thurs  8:00 AM - 4:00 PM  
Friday  8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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