Sponsors & Partners

Sponsors

AMPLIO

Amplio (formally Spedco) is a non-profit certified development company whose mission is to help small businesses obtain financing for job creation, to fund business expansion and to promote economic development throughout the state of Minnesota and nine counties in western Wisconsin.

As a registered agent of the SBA since 1981, AMPLIO is certified to provide consultation and services to banks and their customers. We provide long-term, fixed-rate loans through the SBA 504 Loan program. We may also advise our lending partners on aspects of 7(a) loan packaging for “companion” loans with our shared 504 borrower.

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AMPLIO consistently ranks high on the list of Minnesota institutions using SBA programs. We have been approved to process loans in nine western Wisconsin counties including Barron, Buffalo, Dunn, La Crosse, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, St. Croix and Trempealeau.

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We’re professional, ethical and fun to work with too. Our experienced staff has earned a reputation for a high level of personal service and integrity.

CHOICE BANK

More than just a bank

CHOICE BANK More than just a bank

Guided by our People First approach—we’re proud that our roots are local, decisions are local and our leadership is local. We focus on building strong relationships with our customers, by providing quick answers, access to decision makers, and solutions that actually work.

Business Services

We’re here to help you succeed.

From banking to insurance, and succession planning to employee benefits, we focus on building strong relationships with our clients by giving them quick answers, access to decision makers, solutions that actually work for them and a team of experts who genuinely care about their success.

VILLAGE BANK

VILLAGE BANK is a local Family-Built, Community Strong bank founded in January 1993. Our passion for launching a community bank stemmed from our desire to help people – both our valued staff and our growing community.

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We put relationships first - Villagers are relational and loyal to our family, friends, customers, and business partners.

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We earn it everyday - Villagers are achievers. Villagers show up, see the goal, and work hard to reach it.

We own It - Villagers are personally invested in the community, our customers, and our Village.

We Build Something Special - Villagers see opportunities and we pursue them. 

We Do The Right Thing - Villagers do what we say, and we follow through.

Villagers are responsible and accept the results, both good and bad. Villagers honor our values, and we seek a better way.

Alliance Partners

The Business Law Center, PLC

We are an *AV rated business boutique law firm specializing in the representation of closely held businesses in multiple commercial areas including software development, distributorships and sales representatives, intellectual property, licensing, financial services, retail, internet, medical services and real estate development.

Fueled Collective

Fueled Collective provides a membership-based professional workplace and gathering place that gives people back time through curated content and services.

We currently have two locations in Minneapolis and offer memberships from the individual through company level, as well as beautiful meeting rooms and event space.  We have extensive safety and cleaning protocols in place and offer a flexible and beautiful workspace to be productive, connect with others, and enjoy a warm cup of local coffee or organic tea.

Come for a tour and stay for the day. Email us at kristian@fueledcollectivemn.com, chat on our website (www.fueledcollectivemn.com) or give us a call at 612-800-8424