Hansen's Mens Wear

Hansen's Mens Wear has been a member since 1978.

Barry Hansen

HANSEN'S MENS WEAR

Tell us about yourself and your role within your business.

A: My name is Barry Hansen and I’ve been the owner of Hansen’s Mens Wear since 1977. We are located in North Bismarck and specialize in Men’s formal and casual wear.

MEMBER SINCE 1978

Briefly tell us the history behind Hansen's Mens Wear.

A: Hansen’s Mens Wear is a locally-owned family business that was established by my brother David and I back in 1977 in the Gateway Fashion Mall. We relocated within the mall before again, relocating to our current location on Interstate Avenue in October of 2009. At Hansen’s, we understand the frustration of not being able to find clothes that fit, which is why we offer a wide array of Big & Tall clothing, including: suits, sportcoats casual slacks, jeans, shirts, ties, socks, belts, and suspenders. You’ll find everything you need on our racks, from polo shirts to Hawaiian shirts, Stacy Adams shoes, Grand River jeans, as well as underwear from Munsingwear and Players. Our on-staff tailors also specialize in alterations to make sure your tuxedo has you looking your best for any important event, including banquets, weddings, and proms.

How has the growth of Bismarck-Mandan impacted Hansen's Mens Wear?

A: The growth in the Bismarck-Mandan area has played a huge role in our growth as a Men’s Wear business. We are appreciative of our long-time customers and continue to see a steady stream of new customers as the community expands.

What trends are taking place in your industry?

A: We are seeing a lot more color, florals, and vertical striped patterns in men’s casual wear, especially for the warmer summer months. As for tuxedos and sport jackets, textured and relaxed tailoring has been very a popular style for proms and weddings.

Have there been any monumental changes within your industry that you’ve had to deal with?

A: Besides the regular trends that are constantly changing season to season, over the last year, the popularity of online shopping and e-commerce has expanded. This increases the importance of shopping local, and we are appreciative for our long-time customers who still choose shop in-store.

What does the future of Hansen's Mens Wear look like, and the industry as a whole look like to you?

A: For more than 40 years, Hansen's Mens Wear has been providing the Bismarck-Mandan area with an outstanding selection of men's clothing and accessories, and we hope to do the same for 40 more. We are thankful for the community’s support and hope to continue expanding our inventory and customer base in the years to come.

Hansen's Mens Wear became members in 1978, why do you continue to renew each year?

A: Hansen’s Men’s Wear became a Chamber EDC member shortly after we opened our first location in the Gateway Mall. I believe it is important to invest and be active in the community that we serve. It is also important to be a part of the business community, working together, to make our community the best it can be.

What should other Chamber EDC members know about Hansen's Mens Wear that may assist them?

A: Hansen's offers on-site alterations and one-day tailoring services to make sure your clothing fits you perfectly. We also embroider shirts, pocket squares and other items, in addition to mending and patching fabrics. We carry a wide range of styles to make sure you can always find what you're looking for, plus you can also order items that aren't available in the store for regular sizes and big & tall size customers. Our knowledgeable tailors will make sure your new clothing fits correctly and will provide you with outstanding, personalized service you can rely on while offering a selection of clothing you'll feel great about. Update your wardrobe by coming to Hansen's Mens Wear today!

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BISMARCK VISION FUND ASSISTS IN EXPANSION

Innovative Solutions is a design engineering, machining and fabrication/manufacturing company in Bismarck. The company is currently in the process of expanding to a 11,200 square foot facility in south Bismarck that will nearly double their square footage and allow them to expand their capacity. Simply due to square footage, further growth is limited due to the inability to house raw materials, purchase/add machines, room for fabrication and workers. Part of the financing package for the expanded facility came from the Bismarck Vision Fund in the way of the local match for the Bank of North Dakota’s PACE interest buydown program. The program is a business assistance program that utilizes funds from the Bank of North Dakota leveraged with local community dollars to lower interest expenses on traditional bank notes.

Chris Loraas, President of Innovative Solutions, said “The Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC has been instrumental in regard to assisting with the offerings of the State and local resources as to business expansion. Their knowledge of navigating the waters of the state’s Pace program in conjunction with working with local leaders to complete the application process was a huge help. The local match loan of the Vision Fund is a great addition to the state’s contribution resulting in a reduced burden incentivizing expansion. Without these hard-working folks who have always been advocates for our business, the expansion would have been much less attractive to move forward with.”

CHAMBER EDC MEETS WITH 50 SOUTH CAPITAL

Chamber EDC Staff and other State & Community Leaders met with representatives from 50 South Capital. 50 South has been engaged by the State of North Dakota to manage / invest the Legacy Fund dollars authorized by HB 1425 in companies, projects, etc. here in North Dakota. More specifically, 50 South can invest those dollars (via equity positions) in early stage companies.

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE MONTH: ND DEVELOPMENT FUND

The North Dakota Development Fund is a financing tool available through the ND Department of Commerce. The fund provides "flexible financing" through loans and equity investments not available from most conventional lenders and is available to any primary sector business. The fund is a source of financing whose funds can be subordinated to a company's lead lender. If a business can't handle added debt, the Development Fund can take an equity financing position. To learn more about the ND Development Fund contact Nathan at the Chamber EDC office.

NEW SBDC BISMARCK CENTER DIRECTOR HIRED

ND Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) is pleased to announce the addition of Payton Tivis to the network as the Bismarck Center Director, offering assistance to the 10 counties within state planning region seven. ND SBDC Center Directors provide business advising, technical assistance, and training to entrepreneurs and small business owners or managers in all facets of starting, managing, and growing a small business. Payton can be reached at 701-328-5865 or payton.tivis@ndsbdc.com.

MANDAN EOP COMMITTEE HOSTS EDUCATION SESSION

The Mandan Economic Opportunity & Prosperity (EOP) Committee is hosting a Business over Breakfast Education & Outreach Session: Understanding Financial Statements on Tuesday, August 10th from 7:30am – 9:00am at the Baymont Inn in Mandan. The panel will feature an accountant, commercial lender, and the ND SBDC Bismarck Center Director. The Mandan EOP Committee focuses on providing programming to assist small business growth in Mandan. The event is free. To register visit cityofmandan.com/register or call 701-667-3478.

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BISMARCK-MANDAN CELEBRATES ITS FINEST

The Celebrate Bismarck-Mandan award ceremony is right around the corner, so mark your calendar and join the Chamber EDC as we honor some of the community’s finest! On Wednesday, September 22nd the Celebrate BismarckMandan Committee will recognize local business leaders for their great accomplishments within the community.

At this year’s event, we will not only honor those who win such awards but also those who have been nominated in the following categories:

Celebrate Bismarck-Mandan is September 22.

• Granite Award • Golden Eagle Award • New Entrepreneur of the Year • Young Entrepreneur of the Year • Outstanding Teachers of the Year • Ambassador of the Year Every year, the committee along with the help of the community, recognizes and honors the organizations who have excelled in Bismarck-Mandan over the years!

If your business would like a table to attend the event, please contact Josie Smyle at jsmyle@bmcedc.com, or call the Chamber EDC office, 701-223-5660. Cost for a table is $450. Tickets are $40 for Chamber EDC members and $50 for General Admission.

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During the next 16 weeks, the CEDC will take the time to introduce our membership family to the value of their membership and how to MAXIMIZE the benefits!

Renewing sponsors have the right of first refusal for their sponsorships from the previous year this is what we call the “renewal period”. The 2021 renewal period will begin on August 2nd and end on September 3rd. Starting on September 7th, all sponsorships that have not been renewed will be available for all members. Don’t miss out and return all renewal contracts by Friday, September 3rd to secure your sponsorships! Keep an eye out for your renewal contacts and let us know if you do not receive them.

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LEADERSHIP BISMARCK-MANDAN GRADUATION

Leadership Bismarck-Mandan graduated 10 students during a commencement program on May 26 in Mandan. The ceremony celebrated the accomplishments of 10 community members that charted a course to leadership through an exclusive, nine-month program.

Congratulations to the Leadership Bismarck-Mandan, Class of 2021:

Melissa Barth – Aetna, a CVS Health Company

Sean Cleary – NISC

Weston Dressler – Sanford Health

Rich Garman – Great River Energy

Jillian Lagasse – Capital Credit Union

Annique Lockard – Office of N.D. Attorney General

Amy Mazigian – Gate City Bank

Kari Schmidt – City of Mandan

Katie Schulz – North Dakota Women’s Business Center

Tina Stanger – University of Mary

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Mary Van Sickle of Dakota Media Access was awarded the Leadership BismarckMandan Alumni Association Distinguished Alumna Award for 2021 at the Leadership Bismarck-Mandan Graduation. Left to right: Alumni of the Class of 1992 include Pam Hopkins, Mary Van Sickle, and Todd Steinwand.

MARY VAN SICKLE WINS LBMAA DISTINGUISHED ALUMNA AWARD

Mary Van Sickle was awarded the Leadership Bismarck-Mandan Alumni Association Distinguished Alumna Award for 2021 at the Leadership BismarckMandan graduation on May 26. Each year an award is presented to a past graduate of the Leadership Bismarck-Mandan program who has used leadership knowledge and skills to benefit BismarckMandan. Van Sickle graduated from Leadership Bismarck-Mandan in 1992.

William Arthur Ward wrote, “Blessed is the person who sees the need, recognizes the responsibility and actively becomes the answer.” Van Sickle has always been committed to the idea of civic engagement. For the past two decades, she has turned that idea into reality for our community. Through her vision and leadership as executive director of Dakota Media Access, Van Sickle has facilitated the sharing of information and democratic involvement, enhanced community dialogue and freedom of speech, encouraged community involvement and civic pride, created an awareness of local interests, views and cultures, as well as promoted artistry and creative expression.