Meet the Lakes Area Business People 2021

Meet the Lakes Area Business People | Friday, July 30, 2021

Meet the Lakes Area

A PUBLICATION OF: 225 7th Ave. E. • Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-763-3133 www.echopress.com

People 2021

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WHAT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE? AND JUETTNER MOTORS HAS BEEN YOUR BEST PRICE DEALER FOR OVER 40 YEARS

WE DO!

SALES CONSULTANTS

MANAGEMENT

Mark Juettner, President

Joe Juettner, Vice President Bill Grove

Morgan Hauer

Josh Hornberger

Jake Juettner, Vice President Billy Knott

Chad Muehlenhardt

Sam Pederson

SERVICE ADVISERS

Adam Downing, Vice President

AJ DuFresne

Scott Eldred

Rob Weiner

ADMINISTRATION Tom Dietman, Finance Manager

Amber Salonek, Reception

Mariah Seibel, Accounting Assistant

JUETTNER

Marc Johnson, Collision Center Manager

motors

1900 Broadway, Alexandria | 320-763-3126 | www.JuettnerMotors.com

Ron Johnson, Service Manager

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Featuring Imports from all Scandinavian Countries Chris Carter, LALD

Sue Birkholz, BSN, RN

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES

Senior Assisted Living community

715 Victor St, Alexandria • 320-759-2132 • VistaPrairie.org

Vista Prairie at Windmill Ponds has

IMMEDIATE APARTMENT OPENINGS.

Come see what we have to offer!

Windmill Ponds is a Full Service Assisted Living Community • • • • •

Social Interactions Home Cooked Meals Weekly Housekeeping 24 Hour Staffing Scheduled Activities & Outings

• Private Apartments With Full Size Kitchens • Walking Path/Gazebo • Quiet Neighborhood

509 Broadway, Alexandria • 320.763.6363

www.scandinaviangifts.com

Like us!

Leading The Way With Innovation, Professionalism And Personal Service

From left to right - Dr. Carie Stotesbery, Dr. Melissa Hoven, Dr. John Hoven, Dr. Jeremy Anderson 1610 Broadway St • Alexandria, MN Across From Douglas County Hospital

www.eyeassociatesofalex.com

320.763.4321

OUR HOURS Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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“People you know, products you trust” Jon

Tim

Chris B.

Melissa

Jana

Jeff

Chris

Jonas

Sam

Michael

Willis

Stretch

Mike

Marsha

Pat

Dan

Larry

Dave E.

Cheryl

Jesse

Dave

Travis

APPLIANCES • ELECTRONICS • WINDOWS DOORS • SIDING • INSULATION • FIREPLACES BLINDS • MATTRESSES • FURNITURE • HOME DECOR CABINETS • COUNTERTOPS • GRILLS

Tracy

Loran

Shay

Scott

Jenny

Deb

Anthony

HOURS Monday–Friday .............. 8am-6pm Thursday.......................... 8am-8pm Saturday .......................... 8am-5pm Sunday .............. Home with Family

ALEXANDRIA

1620 N Nokomis • 320-762-1249

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Carpet Tile Hardwood Luxury Vinyl Laminate Backsplash Blinds Reminants

3809 Hwy. 29 S. • Alexandria • 320-762-0292 Mon - Friday 8am-5:30pm • Saturday 9am-1pm

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Helping you achieve your financial goals.

Stop in and meet with Jessica to discover the full array of commercial loans and business deposit services available to help your business thrive.

JESSICA VAN TUYL Business Lender d: (320) 460-7487 e: jvantuyl@mmfcu.org

Alexandria | 405 50th Ave W, Suite #106 (320) 762-7487 | mmfcu.org | (Between Walmart & Fleet Farm) Loans subject to credit approval. Certain restrictions apply. Federally insured by NCUA.

Let us cover all

the details on your home closing

We’re Open so You Can Close!

ABSTRACTS | TITLE INSURANCE | REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS 2209 Jefferson Street, Suite 301 • Easton Place II, Alexandria, MN 56308 320.763.3311 • IntegrityTitleInc.net

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(320) 763-4994 116 50th Avenue West Alexandria, MN 56308 www.alexpowerequipment.com *According to 2019 data from Off-Highway Research including all Kubota Group brand sales. © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2021. This material is for descriptive purposes only. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, or any liability from the use of this material. For complete warranty, safety and product information, consult your local Kubota dealer.

For the complete disclaimer, go to KubotaUSA.com/disclaimers and see the posted disclaimer.

Alyssa

Ann

Anna

Anne

Ashley

Bennett

Bethany

Brooklyn

Dawn

Derek

Dennis

Eric

Jackie

Jay

Jennifer

Here to serve you because

We Care!

2221 S Broadway Street Alexandria, MN 56308

(320) 763-0200 Member FDIC

www.glenwoodstate.bank

Jen

Joanne

Kari

Kevin

Kirsten

Lisa

Mark

Mel

Mike

Molly

Muriah

Paul

Peter

Rachel

Robin

Robin

Teri

Tim

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100+ YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE

THANK YOU FOR TRUSTING US WITH YOUR EYES!

NEW OWNERSHIP

Left to right: Mike, Eric, Jim, Cody, Rollie, Jim (New Owner)

“And as always we’ll take care of your baby!”

Please leave a Google Review & check us out on Facebook 320.763.7782 rfoptical@gmail.com 2306 SOUTH BROADWAY ST. SUITE 12 ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308

• Forty-Four Foot Paint Booth • Automotive Collision Repair • Fiberglass Repair • Work with All Insurance Companies • Glass Replacement • Restoring Vehicles • Complete Paint Jobs • Motorhome and Semi Repair

For your entire vehicle needs call

COUNTRYSIDE BODY SHOP at 320-763-9050

P.O. Box 325 • 3810 Minnesota St. (Next to Humane Society) Alexandria, MN 56308 • countryside@gctel.com

We’re your hometown Pharmacy Suppling all of your prescriptions, home medical needs and unique gifts for all occasions

Alexandria | Parkers Prairie | Elbow Lake | Glenwood www.trummdrug.com

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GIVE US A CALL FOR ALL YOUR Now b TRAVEL NEEDS 2021-2o0o2k2ing

Insuring the past; Protecting your future

air, cruise, European packages and motorcoach tours, etc.

Alex Travel & Utopia Tours has been serving the community with their travel needs since 1971.

About Us

TREATING

YOU RIGHT

We Appreciate You!

Follow Us:

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Locally Owned & Managed  Abstracters  Title Agents  Closers

Our Services Include Closing/Escrow Services Title Insurance Abstracting/O & E Reports Lien/Judgment Search 1031 Intermediary Document Preparation New Construction Disbursements

1804 Broadway, Ste 140 • Alexandria Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm 320.763.6858 www.alextitleco.com

Life is just more delicious here! tastefullysimple.com | 320.763.0695 | ©2021 Tastefully Simple, Inc.

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Thank you for traveling with us!

We are conveniently located in the Viking Plaza Mall, Alexandria.

3015 Hwy 29 S., Suite 4038 Alexandria, Mn 56308 320-762-0244 • 320-763-8687 www.alextravelagency.com www.utopiatours.com

Tastefully Simple is celebrating 26 years in Alexandria.

We’re proud to live, work and play here in the beautiful lakes area.

Get a taste of Tastefully Simple.

Shop our products and learn about joining our team at tastefullysimple.com.

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With a combined 71 years of experience, Alexandria Title Co. is committed to accurate and quality service meeting our customer’s needs.

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Helping You Find Your

Fabulous!

Lonnie

Marlene

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Andi

Karen

Kay

Evelyn

Sympli Miss Me Tribal Ruby Rd Keren Hart Downtown Alexandria www.bonjos.com Shapeez Monday Friday 9 - 7, Saturday 9 - 5:30 2 Tanning Beds Sunday 12 - 4 and so much more!

763-5157

Left to right: Brent Iserman, Tyler Byron, Craig Olson, Penny Stender, Tony Loosbrock, Cindy Johnson, Steve Otto, Jordan Kenyon, Andrew Rickers

If you’re ready to talk about new ideas for your business, we’re ready for that conversation.

Let’s see what we can do together.

Learn more at bremer.com.

Member FDIC

“Making Your Insurance Experience Better!”

Left to right: Myron Larson, Jamie Larson,Cami CamiSchwantz, Schwantz, Missy Kranz, Left to right: Myron Larson, Jamie Larson, Kranz,Brenda BrendaMathiesen, Mathiesen, Julie Lenarz, Loveland, Cheryle Larson, TraceyKrueger, Krueger,Chuck Chuck Bokinskie, Bokinskie, Mickey Julie Lenarz, JillianJillian Loveland, Cheryle Larson.

Tracey MickeyLarson.

Larson

Downtown Alexandria and Fergus Falls

320.763.6916

www.larsoninsurance.com “Like” us on Facebook 001599648r1

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Each team member is essential to our mission of enriching lives.

empower the individuals we serve to thrive.

support our team in continuing their education, and in turn, enhances our quality of care.

by our team to give back to the community.

Data collected between October 1, 2019-October 1, 2020.

Learn more about our team at knutenelson.org/careers.

ELECTRIC

• Commercial • Industrial • Residential • Ag • 24 Hour Service • Bucket Truck

320-763-5222 • www.alexelec.com 620 Oak Street S, Alexandria

DESIGN/BUILD Since 1945

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People you can count on.

There is a lot to consider when choosing a financial institution - such as convenience, technology and products. Perhaps you want a bank that gives back to the community it serves. More than anything, your bank should have familiar, friendly people you know you can count on any time of the day. At First Western Bank & Trust we are all these things and more.

3313 Hwy 29 South | Alexandria | 320.763.7700

1804 S. Broadway, Alexandria, MN

A natural path to better health.

320.763.0313

activecarealexandria.com

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Get Your Shine On! Get Your Shine On!

Tyler, Lori, Chris

Address: 1223 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN Phone: 320-763-5473 Hours: M-F 7am-8pm Saturday, Sunday 8am-6pm

Tyler, Lori, Chris

Address: 1223 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN Phone: 320-763-5473 Hours: M-F 7am-8pm Saturday, Sunday 8am-6pm

We are a full line Sales & Service company for Residential and Commercial customers plus professional Auto & Marine detailing.

BOATS

CARS, TRUCKS, SUVS PLUS FULL AUTO & MARINE REPAIRS & SERVICE WITH CERTIFIED MECHANICS.

PONTOONS

STOP IN TODAY!

DOCK & LIFT

ALEXANDRIA, MN

Left to Right - Mark/Dave/Adam/Brandon/Farah/Jerry/Todd/Dustin/ Jay/Michelle/Dylan/Jeremiah/Bryan. (Not pictured Cody/Chris)

1424 N. Nokomis St, Alexandria 320.762.8412 | 866.998.5308 www.AlexAutoNMarine.com

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Providing over

37Years of Compassionate Care

Our Hospice Team • Medical Director • Patient’s Physician • Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurses Our Certified Specialties

• Registered Nurses • Social Workers • Chaplain • Hospice Aides

• Music Therapy • Volunteers • Massage Therapy • Counselor • Registered Therapy Dogs • Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists • Veteran Recognition • Legacy Navigator 320-763-6018 • www.hospicedouglascounty.org 809 Elm Street, Suite 1200 • Alexandria, MN

Engineering Packaging Machines For Over 20 Years Aagard’s growing and skilled team innovative automated packaging equipment right here in Alexandria!

We customize each system to meet our customer’s challenges, helping them win!

3711 Iowa Street | Alexandria, MN 56308 | 320.763.6043 | www.aagard.com

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DEVELOP WITH DOUGLAS

PUT DOWN ROOTS FOR YOUR BUSINESS WHERE THERE’S ROOM TO GROW. Startup Coaching • Business Management • Technical Assistance

alexandria area economic d development l commission

320.763.4545 | www.LivingAlexArea.org

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Business people meet here. [ And it’s all at one place, how great is that! ]

320-762-1124

ArrowwoodResort.com

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As an independent supermarket owner we are proud to have a personal stake in the community we serve. We are very aware of our responsibilities to our community, our customers and our associates and pledge to be good stewards of your trust.

Because We Care...

MEET THE ELDEN’S DEPARTMENT MANAGERS!

Dave

Joy

POS Manager

Lori

Asst. Grocery Mngr

Grocery Manager

Sherry

Office Manager

Elliot

Sherri

Downtown Floral

Michelle

Service Center Manager

Owner

JR

Chad

Bakery Manager

Store Director

Dennis

Brandon, Sue, Carrie, & Mark Elden’s On-the-Go Team

OPEN 6 AM- 10 PM 7 DAYS A WEEK! 320-763-3446 • www.ELDENS.com Corner of 3rd & Nokomis, Alexandria Only store in town that is LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.

Jodi

General Merchandise

Owner

Dave O.

Dairy-Frozen Manager

Kathy

Food Court Manager

Greg

Meat Dept. Manager

Ryann

Produce Manager