AMETEK MOCON is the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and support of gas measurement and control instruments and services. Founded in 1966- they have a very long history of innovation and leadership in the gas measurement industry. For more information check out https://www.ametekmocon.com/

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Amcon is a full-service design-build, construction management and general contracting firm founded in 1971 upon a concept of complete construction services – a concept of coordinating the entire building process into a cost effective, time efficient and seamless project.

Amcon’s greatest asset is client satisfaction. Amcon’s method of delivery and approach to fulfilling the objectives of every project is accomplished through a collaborative team approach. Project management professionals, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, focusing on cost control, schedule adherence, quality control and job site safety. We work together to develop the client’s vision and see it to its final form. Our commitment to building excellence and customer service is the foremost reason that clients place their trust in Amcon.

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Since 1946 Steiner Construction ensures clients get the results they expect. They find the three most important parts of the construction process that all clients value the most. They are quality, maintaining budget and completing the project on-time. They consistently meet or exceed these goals on all projects. https://steinerconstruction.com/

Listen as Doug Schroder explains on the how the local Bricklayers Union operates and the function it serves.  https://www.bac1mn-nd.org/

Light Duty Pathway® creates a positive impact by providing turnkey modified job duty options which reduce worker’s compensation costs by keeping employees engaged in the workplace. You will effortlessly start helping employees quickly improve safety behavior and choices.

Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Who Are Experienced, Effective, And Caring.

W.A. Campion Co., P.C. is more than the typical accounting firm, we are trusted advisors. While we do provide traditional accounting services and tax preparation, we also offer other business advisory and executive financial services to our clients helping them with the financial decisions crucial to the success of their businesses.

Daniel will make custom clothes buying fun and easy with a result that is, well…You will have to see for yourself. Exceptional taste level that helps translate beautiful fabrics for your individualized needs.

Started in 2015 by local residents Edward and Melissa Arens, E&M Outdoor Services has evolved into one of the fastest-growing lawn care providers in the Wright County area. Built on communication and customer service, this is “Where Lawn Care Meets Excellence.”

Professionalism. Excellence. Timeliness.

If you’re looking for a qualified, fully insured company that prides itself on customer service and satisfaction; then look no further.

Dynamic. Efficient. Responsive. A Law Firm—Evolved.

MJB Law Firm, PLLC is a Minnesota-based law firm focusing on the areas of Banking and Commercial Law. The firm’s clientele includes small to multi-billion-dollar financial institutions and businesses. The professionals at MJB Law Firm, PLLC offer the best of big-firm knowledge and skill combined with the individualized attention and service of a boutique law firm.

DELIVERING VALUE THROUGH QUALITY AND INNOVATION. PEOPLE, PASSION, ENERGY. ” YOU NEED IT? WE’LL MAKE IT.” check them out at gosuburban.com

“OUR PEOPLE who provide an unmatched experience because we are FAMILY. We are ENERGIZED. We provide OPPORTUNITIES. And most importantly, we G.S.D.

OUR PROMISE TO OUR PEOPLE – CUSTOMERS, EMPLOYEES, AND THEIR FAMILIES – IS TO ALWAYS PUT THEM FIRST AND TO ALWAYS LEAD BY THE KEWAY BASED ON OUR FOUR CORE VALUES. 

1. WE PUT OUR PEOPLE FIRST with a strong focus on family, fun, positive attitude, energy, teamwork & knowledge.

2. WE LEAD WITH OUR PASSION for learning, mentoring, and inspiring others.

3. WE ARE DEDICATED TO OUR PERFORMANCE by planning, communicating, and G.S.D.

4. WE PRIORITIZE OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY to ensure our people go home safe.

We are Knobelsdorff, and this is the KEway. We are dedicated to providing excellent work and meeting the needs of our customers by living through this core value statement every day.”

Well Drilling, Water Conditioning, System Upgrades, Pump Installations, and Much More!

“We’re proud to be family-owned and operated since 1916 and have the best service in the greater Twin Cities area. From our office team to our expert field technicians, we’re here for you.”

Allisa Song, CEO of NanoDropper, Medical Student and 2021 Winner of the MN Cup, along with Jessica Berg, Director of MN Cup, tells us all about the experience of entering and winning the MN Cup, $80,000 in prize money, and benefits of entering the competition.   The MN Cup is a Startup Competition. Seed Funding. Mentorship. Pitch Coaching. Exposure. Connection to experts. For all Minnesotans. From any industry. For free. They are here to help people with big ideas and want those ideas to become viable startups, and for those startups to change our state.

Nanodropper has developed a patient-centered adaptor for eyedrop bottles to reduce the volume of currently oversized eyedrops by more than 60%. This will help reduce cost, decrease waste, and minimize the potential side effects of vision-saving treatments.

Concrete Science is Minnesota’s most versatile decorative concrete coatings contractor. Their experienced technicians turn cracked and aging concrete into works of functional art!

They specialize in high-end concrete finishes and resurfacing services in the Twin Cities, MN, and the surrounding areas—bringing your vision to life with endless colors, patterns, textures, and styles.

The Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota (CPAM) was established in 1959 as a non-profit trade association of businesses with an interest in concrete paving.

Bell Labs will partner with you in product research and production. They are the experts in formulating and manufacturing high-quality products, including sun care, skincare, and consumer health products.

When they are looking at placing a client’s assets in a certain position, Sandvold Financial spends a lot of time talking about value. They continually analyze your investments to make sure they are properly valued relative to their long-term growth potential.

King Technology not only empowers its employees as individuals, but it also fosters success for the company as a whole. The ripple effect of this spreads throughout to their distributors, deals, suppliers, and customers. FROG, New Water, Sani King, and Oxi King are their current brands on the market

Good lawn and landscaping services are about more than keeping the hedges trimmed and lawn mowed — it is about making a good first impression. For over 40 years, Greenside Inc has helped clients transform their outdoor spaces by blending ideas and dreams into beautiful and functional landscapes. Greenside is a full-service, year-round commercial and residential land care company based in Savage, MN, and serving clients throughout the greater Twin Cities area.

Holy Angels and Minnesota State University, Mankato alum starts a construction business during the 2008 recession, and continues to succeed, and grow. Check out this episode of Chuck Zierhut, VP / Co-Founder of Versacon as he describes what it was like in the early days.

The Mathiowetz Construction Company is proud to be one of Minnesota’s premier earthwork and construction management contractors. Their staff of professionals deliver earthwork projects of all sizes and scopes from small railroad sidings and farm tiling to large grain loading sites, dairy barns, and industrial sites. There is no project they can’t handle.

Stillwell is a company with one goal, to provide its customers with the very best quality and innovative hydraulic jacks for their industry. Guests Drew Stillwell, President, and Taylor Mandrinich, Director of Operations explain how Grit and Passion have really set them apart. Drew is as authentic and real as they get. Time flew by while recording this podcast, as they say, “Time flys when…”. Stillwell is positioned for massive growth and looking for world domination. I believe these guys can do it.

When it comes to making the things, that make the cheese, Advanced Process Technologies (APT) is the Big Cheese! We have a full house during this podcast: Craig Campbell, President; Dan Lechelt, CFO; Tom Russell, VP of Project Engineering; and Jared Brandt, VP of Operations. A special thanks to Jamie Ries for setting this up. APT headquarters is in Cokato, MN, the homeland for my family. Listen to Craig describe the early days of APT, owning the Blue Note in Winsted, MN for 10 years prior to APT, and the expansion of APT into 2 more states and 120 employees!

Brian Bayer, the owner, and CEO at Bayer interior woods speaks about the early days, how he and his brother started Bayer Built in the corner of his brother’s pole shed, kept adding onto the pole shed, and then buying a building in Saux Center which later became home base for Bayer Interior Woods. Brian is a great guy, with an interesting story.

Mike Harris, the president of Rollx Vans, speaks about the early days and the beginnings of the company. This is the first time I became emotional during a podcast when Mike explained the motivation behind the company and how it got its start. 

If you have a vision for a business and a commercial building but don’t know where to start, APX construction should be your first call. 

APX construction is the integrator of your vision, they can make your dream a reality.

When I entered the building where fabrication took place, turned right, and took a look down the long tall structure cutting huge stone blocks with an 11 1/2 foot sawblade… my jaw dropped. Taking a tour at Vetterstone is a memorable experience, to say the least. Being able to see where glaciers gouged out a strip of land 3 miles wide and 100 feet deep to help make the limestone more easily accessible is a cool thing to see. Ron Vetter and Ben Kaus talk about the history of Vetterstone, the prestigious projects they have completed, and working all over the world.

This is one of my top three all-time favorite podcast interviews so far. Mike Bauer is a man who means what he says and says what he means, he is a man of integrity, a hard-working son of a gun, and a true inspiration. I promise you you will not be disappointed with this episode of Minnesota Made.

If you have a problem with your commercial building and are not sure where to turn, call RSI. They will investigate and diagnose the issue, then consult with you to design a solution, manage the bidding process, and provide quality assurance to ensure the work is complete as expected.

When Sterling Black purchased LS Black from his father, he had a big plan to take the company to the next level, and boy did he ever. Our guest, Brandon Davis, speaks about the growth they’ve been experiencing at LS Black, expanding into new markets, the EOS process, the Davis-Bacon Act, working in his grandfather’s sheet-metal business and his role as the VP of the Federal Division at LS Black.

Two dudes, back in ’98, had an idea and decided to start a business out of their garage. CurbSide Landscape & Irrigation now employes between 100 to 450 people, depending on the season. Just goes to show what guts and lots of hard work can do.  

If you’re looking for a fishfinder or underwater camera MarCum needs to be your go-to. In this episode, Jeremiah Cich and Alec Beigle explain the history of MarCum Technologies and how they revolutionized the ice fishing industry. 

The Nelson family started Foam Industries Inc. back in 2001 and today I interviewed Jack Nelson, the son of the founders. When it comes to foam, Foam Industries Inc. has you covered. Check them out at foam-industries.com for more information.

Mickman Brothers in Ham Lake Minnesota, When it comes to plants they got you covered. They grow it sell it install it maintain it and it doesn’t matter if you’re John Doe or Target Field, they got you covered. Check out this interview with Jeff Sutter president of Mickman Brothers. http://www.mickman.com

American Pressure Inc, began in 1976 by Dave and Marlene Speltz, was later sold to Gary and Becky Hagemann in 1996, and then sold to their two sons Ben and Josiah, in 2015. American Pressure is the expert source for rugged, industrial, pressure washer equipment and Artic Steamer ice dam solutions. Whether you need a small pressure washer for home use or a big beast of a pressure washer for your business, they got ya covered. Service, sales, parts, or engineered custom solutions. From washing potato conveyors in Brazil, to custom cleaning equipment for the Lowry Tunnel in Minneapolis, or removing ice dams from your home with a gentle cloud of steam, these guys can do it all.

Listen as Dian Mullis with Pro Concrete Countertops talks about her story and how she got where she is today!

Hill Hiker® Inclined Elevators help customers all over the world traverse the most hard-to-reach incline, hillside & waterfront properties. Listen as Bill MacLachlan, Founder & President, explains how the idea for Hill Hiker® came to him when working for a handicap accessibility company, seeing the need that they weren’t willing to fill, then taking the leap of faith in 1997, starting Hill Hiker®, with the help of his father-in-law, who was an MIT graduate in electrical engineering. Hill Hiker, Inc has completed numerous luxury installations, won numerous awards, and continues to expand into commercial applications and vertical lifts. Please check them out at www.hillhiker.com

Tony Ross, the president of Astro Metal Craft, bought and took over the business right in the middle of Covid 19. Listen to this episode as Tony describes how the business has done since the buyout, and his belief on how working ON the business, rather than IN, is vitally important. Check them out at www.astrometalcraft.com

By the Yard Inc. was started by Debbie and Roger back in 1995 with the goal of being able to more generously give back to the community. Debbie saw a need in the marketplace for better / higher-quality outdoor furniture, Roger had some experience in manufacturing so off they went. Listen to this episode as Leah Steidl, takes on the journey, from Roger and Debbie’s garage to the Minnesota State Fair, to now having 4 showrooms and 100+ employees Check them out at www.bytheyard.net

Like many business owners, Jim was a bit of a rebel growing up. Not afraid of risk and preferring to do his own thing, Jim and his buddy started mowing yards at age 15, by 18 he had 8 employees and ended up selling the business so he could attend college. Having a close family and a love for this mother Mary, Jim started Mom’s Design Build, originally as a landscape company, but his clients wanted more, so they expanded, and now complete beautiful interior design and remodels. Check them out at www.momsdesignbuild.com

P & F Machining stated in 1983 by Floyd and Patsy Pawlak in New Hope, MN. Floyd spent his nights and weekends operating a small manual lathe in the corner of a warehouse until he was able to quit his day job and be self-employed. Today they have a BEAUTIFUL facility in Otsego, with a waiting list of people who want to work there. P & F Machining, Inc. specializes in precision machining for the medical device industry and by the looks of things, they’re definitely doing something right! Check them out at www.PFMachining.com

If you can dream it, Acucraft can build it. There is no fireplace took complex, or request too unique. For, example how about a fireplace that makes ice? Yes, ice! Take a listen as Chris Maxon, CEO of Acucraft Fireplace Systems tells the story of an electrical fire that literally burns his company to the ground, and like a Pheonix, comes back from the ashes bigger, better, and stronger! Check them out at www.acucraft.com

When I think of the way a COO should think and do, Anthony Cole is it. This guy is constantly thinking, “how can we do better,” he knows all his business metrics, tracking what he needs to track, and has goals for the future. We’ve all heard, “Readers and Leaders,” well Anthony has already read 40 books this year! Check them out at www.backyardmn.com 

Eric Pratt, Minnesota Senator, is my new favorite politician, and here’s why.  Eric walked on to the Division 1 football team, Colorado University, as a linebacker. Of the 24 players who tried out as a walk-on, 23 were cut and Eric was the last man standing. At this time his coach asked him, “why do you want to play football here?,” and Eric’s reply was because “I like to hit people.” My MAN! How can you not love that?  Website: ericprattmn.com

The Fenix Group has answered the most complex application challenges in the specialty performance coatings industry. They have developed leading-edge technology, building a reputation for solving problems no ‘off-the-shelf’ performance coating can touch. Check them out at fenixspc.com

Park Construction is a Minnesota-based contractor specializing in construction planning, surveying, and site development for transportation, flood control, oil and gas, heavy industrial, utilities, and commercial markets.

Bart Anderson is a fellow patriot and the CEO of US Site Work based out of Elk River MN. They are an earthwork, demolition, and utilities contractor. I am amazed how quickly they have grown, opening in 2013 and already employing about 70 people!

DSI started in a barn back in 1982 and now employs 115 people! If you have a manufacturing problem, DSI has the solution. Listen to Troy Brake, Noah Stark, and Lisa Horn, as they tell us why they’ve hired 25 people in the last 12 months and where they’re headed. Check them out at www.DSIMN.com

Rob takes us from working at his dad’s auto parts store as a kid and having no doubt he was going to take over the family business, to starting a solar panel company from his kitchen table back in 2007, and now employing 60 employees. Goes to show, if you have a dream, you can make it happen. Check them out at www.cedarcreekenergy.com  

From Porky’s on Lake Street to Classic Rides & Rods- Brad Burns has taken his childhood fantasy, and made it his reality!