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TPL TEAM 100 – TWIN CITIES MEMBER DIRECTORY

Service Category Computing & Information Technology Services

Member Name Ben LavineLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) Helping You Achieve Business Objectives Through Computer Technology And Comprehensive IT Support.

Description

From the 1 person office to the multi-location retailer we help you choose, implement, and support your networking/computing infrastructure. Broadband Connection Services Firewall – Router – Remote Worker Solutions Public & Private WiFi Solutions Antivirus & Malware Solutions Server, Desktop & Laptop Sales And Service Network Design & Installation Services Virtual Machine & Cloud Computing Solutions Backup & Disaster Recovery Services Total Infrastructure Support And much more……

You are talking to a great referral for me when…

Someone is expressing dissatisfaction with their current IT situation or service provider. Someone is struggling to support their own business’s IT and should be reaching out for some help or outsourcing.

Company Name TCS “The Computer Shoppe”

AddressMail: 2515 White Bear Ave #108, Maplewood MN 55109Office: 1323 Frost Ave, Maplewood MN 55109

Website www.tcsforyou.com Phone Number 612-481-3177Email [email protected]

Computing & IT Services

mailto:[email protected]

Electronic Systems Designer Service Category

Electrical Engineering/Embedded Firmware

Member Name Kirk JohnsonLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We provide complete electrical design services and firmware development.

Description

The Spartan Engineering staff includes two electrical engineers and two software engineers. The team has extensive design experience in handheld electronic devices, FPGAs, embedded software and image processing. Kirk’s electrical design experience spans over 23 years and includes over 25 patents. Kirk has extensive design experience in hardware and FPGA development in products such as: Smoke detectors, Robotic wafer handlers, Visible light cameras, Ruggedized computers, and Infrared cameras.


Contract services for electrical engineering such as FPGA development, electronics design, PCB layout or embedded software are needed.

Company Name Spartan Engineering LLC

Address 12045 Tilton Trail N. Rogers, MN 55374

Website none

Phone Number 612-859-2937

Email [email protected]

Service Category Corporate event production and marketing agency

Member Name Mike Davin Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words)

Strive to Amaze and Plan to Astound by producing exceptional events and marketing materials.

Description

The Event Group, Incorporated, based in Minneapolis, MN, is a full-service event production and marketing agency focused on corporate events, global marketing, production, and strategic planning. The Event Group provides a fresh, innovative approach, blending its enthusiasm and expertise with your corporate objectives, resulting in strategic ROI — all executed brilliantly! Over the past 17 years, we have established a proven track record. We manage every detail of your event to ensure its total and complete success - building a strategic plan, executing marketing material to draw the right attendees, processing registrations, coordinating speakers, and selling sponsorships. We can also work one-on-one with you to develop a comprehensive marketing strategy, ensuring that your vision for your brand, company, or event is brought to life in ways that energize your customers new and old alike. In addition, our team consists of highly trained, seasoned event and marketing experts that are here to lead you through the strategic planning process, define goals up-front for measurable success, and ensure that your event grows from ordinary to astounding!


A company looking to host an event — whether it is a corporate retreat, a recurring series or a large-scale conference. Also, companies looking for marketing support, including strategy, execution and branding. Finally, we also offer strategic planning to help companies develop events that last.

Company Name The Event Group, Incorporated

Address 2815 Wayzata Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN 55405Website www.plantoastound.com Phone Number 763-548-1305Email [email protected]

Event Coordinator – Corporate


Service Category Professional Speaker, Business Coach & Strategist

Member Name Jeffry (Jeff) Brown Logo

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) A ‘Think Differently' approach for organizations to grow or change from a good organization to a superb organization.

Description

STANDOUT - GROW - TRANSFORM - THINK DIFFERENTLY

Positive, strategic and insightful are the words that clients use to describe my coaching and consulting style. I know how to turn

opportunity into reality with ideas that are strategic and sound. I’m positively influential and directive when it comes to empowering

others to accomplish tasks. Executives like my “What is your pain” approach and my style of helping them fix it. Fast paced, directive

and team oriented I often develop a quick road map that looks at the end result, helping team members understand how to accomplish

the goal.

I create experiences that fire the imagination, connect people with each other in new ways, and let them learn things they might not

otherwise learn. It’s really awesome!


You hear a business owner or executive say they have a problem to solve or need a better strategy to increase business or customer relations. Someone is looking for a positive keynote speaker or workshop.

Company Name JR Brown & Company

Address400 South 4th Street, Suite 401, MS 262Minneapolis, MN 55415

Website https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrybrownPhone Number 612 382-4005Email [email protected]

Executive Coach

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrybrown


Exit PlannerService Category

Financial Services – Investments, Insurance, Exit Planning

Member Name Ron EckstamLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words)

Description

Please check my Linked In and website for Compliance approved descriptions of my background and my services.


Company Name Eckstam Financial Strategies, LLC

Address 1550 American Blvd East Suite 640

Website www.eckstamfinancialstrategies.com



Service Category Training and Development

Member Name Scott P. PlumLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We work with people that want better results from their selling activities.

Description

Scott has a history of achieving sales goals while encouraging and assisting others to do the same. He has served as a sales trainer with the Sandler Sales Institute where he created and taught sales training programs to sales and non-sales professionals (i.e.his ABC's; Attorneys, Bankers and CPA's) increase their top line revenue.

As the Founder of the Minnesota Sales Institute, Plum teaches salespeople how to shorten their sales cycle, increase their closing ratio, generate more revenue and get in front of more qualified prospects. He will also uncover the barriers that hold salespeople back from doing what they know they should and stop doing what they know they shouldn’t.

His interactive training sessions introduce better ways of selling within the participants industries; helps them reinforce their new sales behaviors and creates the environment of learning that fosters the acceptances of change and growth.


They are frustrated with top line revenue and believe they can generate more, but are unsure what needs to change to do that.

Company Name Minnesota Sales Institute, LLC

Address 301 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 272A, Minneapolis, MN 55415Website http://www.mnsales.com

Phone Number 612-345-7251Email [email protected]

Sales Trainer

Software Consultant Service Category Software Development and Consulting

Member Name Daren Thomas

Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) I provide software development and consulting for embedded systems.

Description

As the owner of Sky Software LLC, I have over twelve years of experience in the development of software for real-time embedded systems. My experience covers the design, documentation, implementation, test, and maintenance phases. My experience includes: - Development for the Altera NIOS II Embedded Processor using the C programming language and the uC/OS-II real-time operating system. - Development of supporting desktop software for embedded devices using C#/.NET. Communication interfaces have included RS-232, Camera Link, and HTTP.

You are talking to a great referral for me when… They need a software developer or consultant for an embedded system.

Company Name Sky Software LLC

Address

Website http://www.skysoftwarellc.com/

Phone Number



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Service Category Home Inspections

Member Name Lanny FrengLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) Giving you peace of mind when buying a house.

DescriptionFull service home inspection company that services the Twin City area. 3 certified inspectors ready to assist. Emailed reports w/ full color photos/videos, Radon Testing, CO testing, passive moisture testing.

You are talking to a great referral for me when… Someone mentions they put an offer in on a home

Company Name Inspection WerX

Address 26540 France Ave, Elko, MN 55020

Website www.inspectionwerx.com



Appraiser

http://www.inspectionwerx.com/

Service Category Employment Attorney

Member Name Michael J. MinenkoLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We help individuals with legal issues arising from their employment.

Description

Mike works with individuals who are in an employment transition. He helps departing employees negotiate severance packages and he advises individuals on whether they have a non-compete agreement that may hinder their future employment opportunities. He represents employees who have claims against their former employers for breach of an employment agreement, unlawful retaliation, whistleblowing, discrimination and harassment, overtime pay, unpaid commissions and bonuses, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) violations, and unemployment benefits. He also defends employees who have been sued by their former employers for non-compete and trade secret violations. Executives starting new employment retain Mike to negotiate and draft their employment agreements. Mike greatly appreciates the opportunity to LISTEN to his clients, to UNDERSTAND their legal issues, to earn their TRUST, and to WORK HARD to help them accomplish their objectives.


The individual’s employment has been or is about to be terminated and the individual has signed a non-compete agreement, has been offered a severance package, or suspects that the termination may be illegal.

Company Name Minenko & Hoff, P.A. Address 5200 Willson Road, Suite 150, Edina, MN 55424Website www.minenkohoff.comPhone Number 952-922-6766Email [email protected]

Attorney – Employment Law

Service Category Trust and Estate Attorney

Member Name Michael Ostrem

Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement(Up to 12 words)

I help clients efficiently and effectively pass their estates to their heirs.

Description Michael Ostrem is a partner with the law firm of Mulligan & Bjornnes PLLP. He assists clients with the review, analysis, design and

implementation of their estate plan, including tax-planning strategies and the preparation of wills, trust agreements, health care directives and powers of attorney. He also represents executors and trustees in the administration of estates and trusts and in matters relating to their fiduciary duties, proper investment of trust assets, and the interpretation of wills and trust agreements. Mike also prepares federal and state estate tax returns, federal and state individual and fiduciary income tax returns, and federal gift tax returns. He assists clients with asset protection planning, including the formation of trusts, the implementation and administration of gifting programs, and proper titling of assets. Mike received his B.A., cum laude, from St. Olaf, and his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Minnesota.


Parents wishing to plan for their young children. Individuals nearing retirement who have built up significant assets and wish to pass those assets to their families.

Company Name Mulligan & Bjornnes PLLPAddress 401 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403Website www.mulliganbjornnes.comPhone Number 612-879-1818Email [email protected]

Attorney – Estate

http://www.mulliganbjornnes.com/

Attorney – Patent LawService Category Patent Attorney

Member Name Craige Thompson Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We help companies with electrical engineers to profit from their innovations.

Description

We speak fluent engineer! Craige has a decade of industry experience as an electrical engineer developing products for the medical, computer, audio, motion control, and power industries. The firm staff includes an attorney with a PhD in electrical engineering and more than two decades of experience designing products for various electronics industries. Craige’s patent experience includes patent prosecution, due diligence and litigation for clients such as Apple, Google, Intel, Microsoft, Honeywell, SAP, Dresser, Duracell, Gillette, Olympus, Hallmark, Boston Scientific, University of Minnesota, and many other small and mid-sized businesses. Craige has re-engineered the patent process so that the firm can cost effectively and efficiently write litigation quality patents that will stand up in litigation. He perfected the art of getting litigation quality patents by invalidating so many patents on behalf of his clients that his colleagues have called him the “Patent Killer.”


A General Counsel/Vice President of engineering/IP Counsel of a company developing electrical products that involve electrical engineering, such as electronics, semiconductors, software, motors, or electromechanical systems.

Company Name Thompson Patent Law Address 4900 Highway 169 North Ste. 315 New Hope, MN 55428Website www.ThompsonPatentLaw.com Phone Number 763-557-4909Email [email protected]


Service Category Accounting and Consulting

Member Name Jeff Holmberg, CPA, CMALogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) I help nurture businesses by sharing knowledge and collaborating solutions

Description

I am a manager in the Business Consulting Services department of a CPA firm in the Twin Cities. I work with clients in several industries, including manufacturing, professional services, retail, and real estate.

I have an organized and precise nature, which I lend to my clients to help them keep more money in their pockets. I enjoy helping my clients reduce taxes through careful tax planning and by utilizing tax credits. One tax credit I work with extensively is the R&D tax credit, which can be very lucrative. Whenever I find companies who use innovation to create products or processes that are new to them, I often find that they can benefit from this little-known tax credit.

I also enjoy helping clients develop profit goals, as well as strategies to meet these goals. For instance, I often help clients prepare budgets, and then compare the budget to actual results to identify waste. I recently obtained a CMA credential, and in the process I learned how to quantify the true costs of a company’s particular products and services. This can help management ensure that they are pricing their products high enough to make a profit, or abandon products that are taking profit away. I am eager to utilize this new service and help my clients increase their profitability.

You are talking to a great referral for me when… -A business owner has trouble staying organized and wants a trusted advisor to keep them on track

-A manufacturer has not heard of the R&D tax credit-A company wants to improve their profitability and isn’t sure how

Company Name Froehling Anderson, Ltd.Address 1000 Shelard Parkway, Suite 400, St Louis Park, MN 55426Website www.fa-cpa.comPhone Number 952-979-3113Email [email protected]

Certified Public Accountant

Service Category Financial Advisor

Member Name Tom Gartner, MSAPM, CFP®Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) I help people manage their money effectively.

Description

What gives Tom the right to be trusted by his clients? Integrity. It is this foundational principle that makes Tom a no nonsense, “no bull,” CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. Consistently, Tom is a true advocate for his clients, repeatedly looking out for their best interests. Tom’s innate honesty was instilled by his upbringing and reinforced by his solid, high quality education from The University of San Diego, where he earned his degree in finance and a minor in psychology. With this concrete background as a foundation, Tom has the knowledge and experience needed to help his clients plan for their financial futures. Truly, Tom is dedicated to providing impeccable service to secure the financial futures of his clients. Instinctively, Tom knows how to treat his clients’ right, offering straight forward financial advice, and is rewarded with long-term relationships because of this ability and dedication. This has been Tom's philosophy for more than a decade now: “My confidence and passion in dealing with financial markets, allows me to comfortably work exclusively with clients on a fiduciary basis. That means I am held to a standard of only representing the needs of the clients, not my own or the company’s needs.” As a CFP® professional, Tom takes the work he does for his clients seriously, which has driven Tom to continue his education. Tom earned a Certificate in Financial Planning at Southern Methodist University, and recently completed his Masters of Security Analysis and Portfolio Management from Creighton University. In addition to his devotion to financial planning, Tom believes in sharing and giving back to the community that has placed their confidence in his abilities. He does this by performing pro bono work for those most in need. Spending quality time with his wife Alison and their three children is an important part of Tom's non-business world. He enjoys boating and taking time to relax with family and friends, as he believes it is important to step away from the numbers occasionally: “It gives me a chance to refresh and see a bigger picture, giving 110% for my clients.”


They aren’t confident managing their finances, or are not absolutely sure the advice they are getting is in their best interests. Widows or divorcees who have not had experience managing a portfolio, and now find themselves in need of help. Business owners with 401k programs. In some cases we have been able to lower the costs substantially while offering better service and guidance.

Company Name ISC Financial Advisors

Address7760 France Avenue South, #270Minneapolis MN 55435

Website http://www.iscfinancialadvisors.com/ Phone Number 952-835-1560Email [email protected]

Financial Advisor

http://www.iscfinancialadvisors.com/

Independent Mortgage Consultant Service Category

Sr. Mortgage Consultant

Member Name: Douglas A. Schinkel NMLS# 274836Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We provide financing and expertise to acquire Minnesota real estate.

Description

When purchasing a new home or refinancing an existing property, it’s critically important to have professional guidance in order to make intelligent decisions. We monitor the fast changing market conditions to make sure you always have the best options available to make a smart buying decision. Money is the commodity we work in but helping our clients is the main priority when it comes to something as important as the roof over their head!

You are talking to a great referral for me when… Home buyers & sellers. Referral sources such as Realtors, attorneys, accountants, asset managers, etc.

Company Name Mortgages Unlimited NMLS# 225504

Address7365 Kirkwood Ct. N. #300Maple Grove, MN 55369

Website www.douglasschinkel.com

Phone Number W 763.416.2608 C 612.239.0949

[email protected]

http://www.douglasschinkel.com/

Service Category Non-Profit Organization that supports inventors and innovation

Member Name Deb Hess Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We help aspiring inventors learn how to develop marketable products.

Description

Our programs are designed to support innovation and invention by helping educate inventors about the process of developing marketable products. Our invention expo is held annually and provides an opportunity for inventors to test market their products, attend educational events about inventing and entrepreneurial skills. We provide year round access for inventors to knowledge staff that directs inventors to reliable services and information; and information about the invention promotion industry from the US Patent and Trademark Office and the Federal Trade Commission. We also offer a student program for elementary students to showcase their innovations.


You are talking to someone who has an idea and has no idea what to do next to develop their invention. Or, to someone who needs a safe place to ask questions and be a sounding board for their decision making process. I do not want to know, nor do I ask, what they are inventing. The newer they are to product development process the better, but will do our best to help no matter what stage they are in in developing their intellectual property. Or if someone has a new product and needs that market feedback, our expo is a great opportunity to conduct a test market.

Company Name Minnesota Inventors Congress Address PO Box 71, Redwood Falls MN 56283Website www.minnesotainventorscongress.org

Phone Number 507/627-2344


Inventor Resources – Non-Profit

Service Category Realtor - Commercial

Member Name Jeff Houg Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We assist companies and investors in making real estate decisions.

Description

UMMC has over 40 years experience in working with investors and corporate clients through their investment and strategic processes regarding mainly commercial and agricultural real estate. UMMC prides itself as being a “hands on”, real estate firm offering a variety of services. From commercial property management and leasing, to agricultural appraisals, farm management, and land sales, UMMC has professionals that are ready to help. Jeff Houg has been with UMMC for seven years and is charged with the leasing of the UMMC commercial portfolio. UMMC has several buildings under management throughout the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area as well as outstate MN. Jeff’s primary role is to assist interested parties in leasing buildings in the portfolio as well as assisting various companies in their search for new spaces (office, industrial, retail, medical, etc.) throughout Minnesota. Jeff has been involved in leasing negotiations totaling hundreds of thousands of square feet. He believes that negotiations can be a “win-win” for both sides and in providing as much value as possible to his clients. Some of Jeff’s negotiations have included Chevron Corporation, Coca Cola, Sony, Thrivent Financial, Securitas, The Hartford and Planet Fitness…to name a few.


A business (large or small) executive that makes office, retail, or industrial real estate decisions for the company that he/she is involved in. Also, any investor that may own commercial property and be in need of professional property leasing, management or engineering services.

Company Name Upper Midwest Management Corporation Address 4900 Highway 169 North Ste. 100 New Hope, MN 55428Website www.UMMC.co Phone Number 763-951-7564Email [email protected]

Realtor – Commercial


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Service Category ChiropractorMember Name Dr. Jeff McCombLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We help families restore their health and live to their fullest potential!

Description

We provide corrective chiropractic care for the entire family. Cutting edge care that focuses on correcting the underlying condition rather than just temporary pain relief. Dr. McComb can help with many symptoms that can result from pressure on the spine and nervous system including: neck/back pain, headaches/migraines, digestive issues, allergies, asthma, sleep issues, fatigue, carpal tunnel, scoliosis, numbness/tingling, ADD/ADHD and more. Dr. McComb is certified in the 5 Essentials of Maximized Living which focus on nutrition, toxicity, burst training exercise, optimal functioning nervous system and a positive mindset. He is part of the USA Olympic wellness advisory council that works with USA wrestling, weightlifting, judo and track and field. Dr. McComb has been speaking for over 8 years on corporate wellness to large corporations, small businesses, churches and civic groups. He has been featured on KKMS radio where he has spoken on how to empower and help those struggling with their health to regain it.

You are talking to a great referral for me when…A person who is struggling with pain or their health and wants to get the underlying condition corrected not merely take over the counter drugs and medications to cover the problems up.

Company Name Essential Health Chiropractic

Address 1964 Rahncliff Court, Suite 100 Eagan, MN 55122Website www.EHChiro.comPhone Number 952-432-3833Email [email protected]

Chiropractor

http://www.ehchiro.com/

Service Category Non-profit

Member Name Steve Conlin Logo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement We help companies remove obstacles that prevent them from being more efficient. Description

PAI serves people with disabilities in the eastern Metro area. Our competent and committed workforce excels in the quality completion of repetitive tasks in hand packaging, light assembly and fulfillment to free up your staff for other jobs. We also provide digital imaging services to help businesses save money by reducing the burden of storing traditional paper documents and the time spent searching for lost or destroyed files


Any business looking to save money and time on the tasks that must be done but need more hands to do them quickly and affordably.

Company Name PAI

Address 1754 Commerce Court, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Website www.paimn.org



Contract Packaging & Employment Specialist

http://www.paimn.org/


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Service Category Childcare/Nanny Placement Services

Member Name Sarah McComb & Shara SchmidtLogo (optional)

WIBAM! Statement (Up to 12 words) We help families in need of professional, reliable and loving childcare services.

Description

Having over fifteen years’ experience in the nanny industry, we understand the absolute necessity of finding safe, reliable and trustworthy child care. At Hand In Hand Nannies, we personally hand select our nannies among numerous applicants; we screen their applications, complete previous employment reference checks, and thoroughly check backgrounds in order to ensure your family’s safety. Using our services you can be assured that your children are in the safe hands of a nanny who will provide a nourishing and positive environment for your children to learn and grow in.Finding the right nanny is one of the most difficult, yet important decisions you can make. At Hand In Hand we understand those thoughts and we promise to treat your children as our own. We dedicate our time, heart, and experience into the process of finding a nanny that your family will love, trust, and welcome with open arms.

You are talking to a great referral for me when…A family with children currently or who are expecting and looking for individualized, one on one exceptional care for their children or who need care outside of normal business hours.

Company Name Hand In Hand Nanny Agency

Address 14116 Dearborn Path Rosemount, MN 55068Website www.HandInHandNannies.comPhone Number 952-491-0212Email [email protected]

Childcare Services

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