F E A T U R E S September 2013 • Volume 5, Issue 12
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Longtime independent businesses focus on service, knowledge
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Jack Link’s of Mankato
Mike Sheid, plant manager of the Mankato Jack Link’s plant, has seen a big increases in production and staff in recent years.
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‘Hay by George’ – and pumpkins, too
George Denn has become synonymous with selling hay in the region, but has been focusing more on raising and selling pumpkins.
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River Bend Business Products
Jim Hansen, who began selling copiers in Mankato, now runs three full service locations along with his sons Ben and Matt Hansen
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