Local Business People/Company News

Knutson’s Bennett honored Collin Bennett, of Knutson Construction, has been honored as a 2022 Rising Young Professional by Finance & Commerce.

All honorees have 8 years or less in their business industry and are judged on demonstrated leadership, contributions to their community and successfully achieving positive outcomes early in their careers.

A project manager who helped oversee construction of Mankato’s Eide Bailly Center, Bennett started at Knutson in 2015 as an intern while attending Minnesota State University’s construction management program.

He remains involved with Minnesota State Mankato’s Construction Management Student Association by hosting students for safety visits and job site tours in addition to being a regular presenter in the classroom.

Bennett is active in the Architecture, Construction, Engineering Mentor Program which takes professionals from the field and brings them into the classroom to educate students about careers in the industry.

Knutson employee Aalayha Robb was also honored as a Rising Young Professional. ■ ■ ■

Three join True agents.

True is a Mankato native and a graduate of Mankato West High. His experience with properties began with years of work in the landscaping, roofing, and carpentry fields.

Grems was born and raised in Faribault. She decided to make Mankato her permanent home after graduating with a degree in Marketing and Management from Minnesota State University.

Timp-Sevak is licensed in Florida and Minnesota. She recently moved back to Mankato to be closer to her family after spending a few years in Southwest Florida. ■ ■ ■

Wenner joins Pioneer Bank

Pioneer Bank has added Bruce Wenner as an Ag Banker at its St. Peter location.

In addition to agriculture expertise, Wenner has 22 years of service in the St. Peter Fire Department. He is a graduate of Connecting Nicollet County leadership program, a past member of the St. Peter Ambassadors and a board member of Shoreland Country Club.

Wenner will succeed bank Vice President Gary Miller who is transitioning to retirement in 2023. Miller has 30 years at the bank and will continue on a part-time basis.

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