Advanced Interconnect Technologies (AIT) provides manufacturing services and technical design assistance to the military, defense, commercial air, and space markets with a focus on advanced interconnect and connectivity solutions.

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation's largest cooperative food wholesaler to independently owned supermarkets, serving over 1,100 member companies and over 3,400 locations throughout 31 states from 9 full-line wholesale divisions.

Established in 1986 with its headquarters in Little Falls, the Initiative Foundation employs a unique set of tools to deliver meaningful impact to the 14 counties and two Native Nations it serves in Central Minnesota. The Foundation’s offerings include the grantmaking and donor services of a community foundation; the training and business services of an economic development nonprofit; and business lending in partnership with local banks and credit unions, with a focus on reaching underserved audiences. 

Knife River, founded over a century ago, is one of the largest construction materials and contracting businesses in the U.S. With locations from Hawaii to Alaska the West Coast to Minnesota, Knife River stacks up some significant numbers including 1 billion tons of rock and 6,000 employees. 

Michael Gohman represents the third generation behind the business, a business his grandfather Willard started in 1950 as a cabinetmaker working out of his backyard shed, eventually working in residential builds and renovations.

For 25 years, Great River Education Arts Theatre (GREAT Theatre) has provided entertainment, inspiration, and enjoyment for the Central Minnesota community. What started as a children’s theatre has morphed into a cultural icon and event destination alike, shining the brightest spotlight on talent and togetherness one curtain call at a time. 

Brenny Transportation, Inc. created by Joyce Brenny alongside her husband Todd, and Brenny’s current V.P., Bonnie Supan started in 1996 in Waite Park, MN. Today, the company’s growth has reached nationwide and its 130+ employees call St. Joseph home.

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP), the 8th largest accounting firm in the United States, provides industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Whether clients’ needs are local or abroad, CLA promises to know and help everyone they serve.

Bremer Bank is one year away from its 80th year in business and has helped countless businesses and individuals across Central Minnesota through its service offerings of banking, mortgage, investment, wealth management, trust, and insurance.

In a nutshell, Inventure is a team of trusted advisors dedicated to developing innovative commercial real estate solutions that create lasting value for our clients and communities.

Falcon National Bank began as a small community bank with just one location in Foley, MN in 2003; born out of a void in the market for a locally owned bank that provided personalized service. Its assets portfolio was in the $4.5M range. Today, the brand operates six locations...

Great North Ventures invests in people. Since 2006, the founders have invested in over 60 startups. The company has over 50 advisors who are involved in the fund, with names and corporate connections of the likes of Google, Pinterest, Target, and Walmart to name a few.

Stearns Bank N.A. is a full-service bank and a nationwide leader in commercial construction lending, USDA and SBA lending and equipment financing. Based in Central Minnesota, where it was first chartered in 1912 as Stearns County State Bank, the company has expanded to multiple locations in Minnesota, Arizona, and Florida, and has employees working remotely from 20+ states. 

Capital One is a nationally recognized brand with thousands of employees around the globe, so it may be surprising to know just how much the company prides itself on ensuring each individual matters and feels seen, whether as an Associate or a Customer.

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. Created in 1995, WSB serves the sectors of transportation, construction, community, environment, energy, and transportation.

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