Key Stakeholders ( * denotes Investors)
Akeley, City ofAgricultural Utilization Research Council
The multi-disciplinary Agricultural Utilization Research Council focuses on metabolic engineering, fermentation, food safety, environmental quality, biomaterials and processing technologies.
Bemidji State UniversityBemidji State University is the place to be... bold, real, innovative, creative, global, aware, successful, and so much more!
Bemidji State University Center for Research and Innovation (Optivation)Innovative consulting, training and resources to help organizations build capacity and participate fully in their future.
Briggs and MorganMary L. Ippel, Shareholder; Financial Institutions and Real Estate
Citizen's National Bank of Park Rapids *Relax... Leave the banking to us
Community Venture NetworkThe Community Venture Network was founded in 1991 to foster a relationship between growing businesses and rural communities throughout the Midwest. Owned and operated by EsseX Capital, a Minneapolis-based consulting firm, we work on behalf of communities throughout the Midwest to help them form relationships with businesses that might otherwise not find them.
David Drown AssociatesDavid Drown Associates understands the crucial relationship between local units of government and private sector businesses as it relates to attracting and promoting capital investment. We are also pleased to provide a wide variety of economic development services including: Tax Increment Finance, business loan and grant packaging; developmental negotiation services; on-site economic development support; and, housing development and financing services.
Economic Development Association of MinnesotaThe Economic Development Association of Minnesota's mission is to advance economic development in Minnesota by providing developers with networking and educational opportunities.
Essentia Health *Helping our growing area grow healthier.
Headwaters Regional Development CommissionA planning and development organization serving local governments, organizations, senior citizens, and businesses in Minnesota's Region 2.
Headwaters Regional Finance CorporationThe mission of the HRFC is to be a catalyst for business and economic development in the Headwaters Region. The HRFC accomplishes its mission by providing “gap” financing to new and expanding businesses, and supporting and coordinating projects with private lenders and other economic development assistance providers.
Highway 2 West Manufacturer's AssociationA place to network and learn with northern Minnesota and eastern North Dakota's leading manufacturers.
Hubbard County *Hubbard County Housing & Redevelopment Authority
The Hubbard County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is a municipal corporation created by the Hubbard County board, in 1995, under the authority granted in Minnesota Statues.
IMPACT 20/ 20IMPACT 20/20 is a group of senior executives and elected officials who came together in the fall of 2008 to explore the possibility of developing a collective action plan for the economy of Northwest Minnesota.
Ingenuity FrontierIngenuity Frontier is a collaborative effort of several Northwest Minnesota companies and organizations to attract and retain the best and brightest workers to share in the prosperity of our region.
Itasca-Mantrap Cooperative Electrical Association *Your Touchstone Energy Cooperative
James J. Hill Research LibraryThe James J. Hill Reference Library is a private non-profit business reference library that houses a world-class collection of practical business information.
Lamb Weston/ RDO Frozen *A Passion Beyond Potatoes.
Laporte, City ofLaporte School District # 306
Mahube-Otwa Community Council, Inc.
Mahube Otwa is a private, non-profit corporation that provides services for low income and elderly persons.
Midwest Minnesota Community Development CorporationMMCDC is a non-profit organization that provides capital resources and innovative ideas to assist in successful business and community development.
Minnesota Association of Professional County Economic DevelopersMAPCED promotes the role of counties in fostering economic growth and an expanded tax base while enhancing the quality of life.
Minnesota Business Finance CorporationMinnesota Business Finance Corporation has been originating SBA 504 loans for small businesses across Minnesota since 1983. Even in a tight economy, you can keep your business moving forward. This is where financing meets ambition. This is MBFC.
Minnesota Chamber of CommerceStrengthening the business environment to improve the lives of all Minnesotans.
Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development works to enhance the economic success of Minnesotans by improving opportunities for prosperity and independence.
Minnesota Energy ResourcesMinnesota Energy Resources is a natural gas utility serving over 211,000 customers in Minnesota.
Minnesota Housing Finance AgencyMinnesota Housing finances and advances affordable housing opportunities for low and moderate income Minnesotans to enhance quality of life and foster strong communities.
Minnesota Housing PartnershipMHP provides a comprehensive array of resources that help local organizations, businesses, communities, and elected officials in Minnesota create homes for all.
Minnesota Power *Power of One
Minnesota State Colleges & UniversitiesThe Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system is the largest single provider of higher education in the state of Minnesota.
Minnesota State Demographic CenterThe Minnesota State Demographic Center analyzes and distributes data from state, U.S. Census Bureau and other sources.
Minnesota Workforce Development CenterThe Minnesota Workforce Center helps job seekers find employment, helps businesses find workers, and helps anyone at any stage explore and plan careers.
Nevis, City ofNevis Public Schools
Home of the Tigers!
Northwest Minnesota FoundationThe Northwest Minnesota Foundation invests resources, creates opportunities, and promotes philanthropy to make the region a better place to live and work.
Northview Bank *Northwest Technical Community College
Northwest Technical College develops resourceful lifelong learners with the skills to secure rewarding careers and satisfying lives in today's society.
Northwoods Bank of Minnesota *Banking at your convenience.
Park Rapids Area Chamber of CommerceWhere the Mighty Mississippi begins, and adventure never ends...
Park Rapids, City of *Park Rapids Community Development Corporation (Armory Square project)
The primary goal of Park Rapids Community Development Corporation is to promote rehabilitation and revitalization of downtown Park Rapids. The current priority project is to redevelop the vacant auditorium in the former National Guard Armory located in the city of Park Rapids, into a multi-use community facility.
Park Rapids Downtown Business AssociationThe purpose of the Park Rapids Downtown Business Association is to promote the long-term strength and economic growth of businesses in the downtown area.
The Park Rapids Enterprise *Giving Information Life!
Park Rapids Housing and Redevelopment AuthorityPark Rapids HRA: Established September 12th, 1966, with the passage of a resolution of need and a certificate of appointments according to Minnesota Session Law 1947, Chapter 487.
Park Rapids Lakes Area Arts CouncilThe Park Rapids Lakes Area Arts Council (PRLAAC) was organized in 2005 "to promote excellence in the arts through creation, education and performance."
Park Rapids School DistrictWorking together to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's challenges
Pine to PrairiePine to Prairie Angel Fund is a limited liability company that has been formed to pool the capital resources and business connections of investors in the northwest region of Minnesota.
Progress Park RapidsThe Progress Park Rapids stewards group is a diverse group of over 20 community members committed to the long term well being of the greater Park Rapids community. We exist to create the environment for the greater Park Rapids community to succeed.
RAIN Source CapitalRAIN Source aims to organize investors, capital, and expertise to benefit private investors, private companies, and communities.
RDG Planning & DesignRDG's goal is not just desiging a space, but making a difference for the people who use it.
Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment ProgramRural MN CEP's mission is to provide quality workforce services that meet our customers' needs. Our customers are individuals, employers, and those who fund our services.
Saint Joseph's Area Healthcare Services *Helping our growing area grow healthier.
SCORE - Park RapidsIf you would like counseling, mentoring, or just a sounding board, we have an excellent group of experienced, knowledgeable business people who would be pleased to work with you. There are no regularly scheduled office hours in the Park Rapids Area office.
Small Business Development Center (Northeast Minnesota)Serving the Northwest SBDC region. A joint program of the Labovitz School of Business and Economics, Natural Resources Research Institute, and Swenson College of Science and Engineering.
Small Business Development Center (Northwest Minnesota)The business experts at the Northwest Small Business Development Center (NWSBDC), located at the Offutt School of Business at Concordia College, are here to support you. Serving Northwest Minnesota, including Hubard County.
Small Business Development Center (West Central Minnesota)The business experts at the West Central Small Business Development Center (WCSBDC), located at the Offutt School of Business at Concordia College, are here to support you. Serving West Central Minnesota, including Becker, Clay, and Otter Tail counties.
Team Industries/ Industries for Park RapidsTEAM Park Rapids is a lean manufacturing facility with one goal – to exceed all expectations. Whether you need CNC milling or turning, spline rolling or broaching, or clutch assembly and balancing, we operate under the assumption that there is always room for improvement. Through collaboration, we look for ways to refine designs and/or processes in order to improve manufacturability and decrease costs.
TruStar Federal Credit Union *Building valued relationships through brighter banking solutions.
U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsThe Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor is responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy.
U.S. CensusThe U.S. Census serves as the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy.
U.S. Small Business AdministrationThe U.S. Small Business Administration is dedicated to providing support to small businesses across the nation.
USDA Rural Development - MinnesotaUSDA Rural Development offers a variety of grants, loans, and loan guarantees for individuals, families, and small businesses in Minnesota.
University of Minnesota Extension Community Economic DevelopmentExtension education and research improves economic, social and environmental conditions in Minnesota.
Communications
Arvig *Delivering next generation communications services with exceptional customer care.
Paul Bunyan CommunicationsPaul Bunyan Communications provides quality telephone, television, and Internet services for over 45 years to customers and businesses of northern Minnesota.
Century LinkOffering high-speed internet, home phone, DIRECTV®, and more in Hubbard County.
Charter CommunicationsCharter provides advanced video, high-speed Internet, and telephone services that bring your home to life.
Direct TVWhether you want a mind-blowing HD experience on your TV or you want to enjoy your favorite shows on whatever screen you have handy, DIRECTV is the ultimate source for everything you love in entertainment.
Dish NetworkExede
High speed internet. Available where you live.
VerizonThe world's biggest challenges deserve even bigger solutions.
West Central Telephone AssociationWest Central Telephone Association - We Connect You
WildBlue CommunicationsAmerica’s Best Choice for Satellite Internet
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