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Roots

April 2023 PUBLISHER

Alexandra Patty | alexandra.patty@citylifestyle.com EDITOR IAL COOR DINATOR

Sarah Knieff | sarah.knieff@citylifestyle.com

Spring got me thinking about some things – roots in particular. Winter can be long and hard, gray and cold. But underneath all that ice and snow lies strong roots. Roots that we cannot see right away, but we know are there.

Roots that are growing and will soon start blooming, eventually bringing beauty to everything we see. Roots are strength.

Edina Lifestyle magazine is about roots in our community, and roots that connect us to neighbors, family and friends. Lots of care goes into planning the “roots” or content we bring to you each month, which leads to stories that will bloom for readership and small business.

This month, that includes checking out some local community roots. roots. Or, perhaps for some, that means uprooting a bit, and planting new seeds in order to explore outside a comfort zone and try something new.

We’ve included a list of local experiences for you to check out. Whether it’s iFLY sky diving, hot air balloon rides, zip lining, or helicopter tours across our beautiful state, there are some unique experiences to be enjoyed.

Our team wanted to share a bit about a brand-new program for small businesses which was started right here in Edina, and is open to applicants locally and beyond. Annette Wildenaur, discusses the first Innovation Lab, a group of ten business owners who completed a journey of education, support and guidance on how to strengthen and scale their opportunities.

April means tax time. Although it’s not everyone’s favorite, it can be a chance to refresh and revamp plans for retirement. RGW Wealth Management helps bust some of the most common myths, and encourages future planning with ever-changing tax laws in mind.

If you’re hitting the road with family and friends this summer, make sure you have a good set of tires on your car. Samaritan Tire, located across from Southdale, can help get you on the right track. Owners, Chris and Mike, share a bit about their family run business and their ultimate customer convenience - which includes a mobile truck that can meet you anywhere to change, mount and balance your tires.

Whatever April brings, just remember the roots are growing and summer is just around the corner!

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Lifestyle Letter

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City Scene

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Business Monthly

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Local Experiences

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Career Advice LO CA L S ERV I C ES

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Education Corner FI NA NC E + LEGA L SE RV IC E S

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Must See AU TO + MA R I NE

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Realty Report R EA L ESTAT E

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Events

Edina Innovation Lab Celebrates First Graduating Class

22 Plan Smart for Retirement Expert Advice for People of all Ages

28 Drive Smoothly, Drive Safely Find the Best Products and Services for Your Wheels

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

46th Annual Golf Tournament

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Easter Brunch at the Arboretum

The Edina Chamber of Commerce invites all golfers to join us for a fun day out on the green at our 46th Annual Tournament on Friday, June 9th at Braemar Golf Course. The event is open to the public and non-chamber members are cordially welcome to participate. Raffle tickets and games will be sold at the event for your chance to win additional prizes. edinachamber.com.

Whether you are looking to create custom team apparel, trucker hats, sweatsuit sets or hoodies, Elodie Bird Co. has got you covered. Follow the store on Instagram, @elodiebirdco, to see past projects and get inspired.

Elodie Bird Co. was created by Elodie Jones, a senior at Edina High School.

Join the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum for Easter Sunday brunch on April 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A full buffet will be offered with menu items including breads, cookies, pastries, salad, bacon, hashbrown casserole and frittatas. Brunch will be served in the MacMillan Auditorium, followed by a stroll through the beautiful spring blooms. RSVP at arb.umn.edu/events/easterbrunch.

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

You only live once; make the most of it! Choose your next adventure and broaden your horizons, increase your heart rate, and try something new that will fill your bucket.

Our Picks to Choose Your Next Adventure IFLY MINNEAPOLIS: Gear up and experience the sensation of flying in the stateof-the-art vertical wind tunnels. 12415 Wayzata Blvd, Suite 15, Minnetonka.

ZIP LINING AT NICKELODEON UNIVER SE: Soar through the sky at the SpongeBob-themed Dutchman’s Deck Adventure Course in Mall of America.

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VER TICAL ENDEAVOR S: Vertical Endeavors–Minneapolis offers actionpacked fun for the whole family. Challenge yourself today. 9601 James Ave S., Minneapolis.

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EDINA INNOVATION LAB CELEBRATES FIRST GRADUATING CLASS

CAR E E R A DV ICE | LOCA L S E RVI CE S

Edina Innovation Lab – a new program to support local entrepreneurs and businesses – celebrated its first graduating class this past February, showcasing success and growth, according to Chief Innovation Officer Annette Wildenauer.

“Our cohort included nine businesses and 10 individuals,” she explains. “Every one of them made significant progress and learned something.

Their business is the case study so everything that we talk about is related back to them. This went really well, and it exceeded my expectations.”

The lab began as a nonprofit program during July of 2022 in response to Edina’s ever growing need to help small business owners. The city and its chamber of commerce are the supporting founders who hired Annette to create it.

“While I was constructing Innovation Lab, I realized that there isn’t a lot of help out there for second-stage businesses, those who have been running for three years and proven a profit,” she says. “I wanted to focus my efforts on this untapped market. These businesses deserve a place to go and make connections.”

Annette is an experienced entrepreneur and comes with years of teaching experience.

The lab’s primary option is called BIG, Business Innovating and Growing. BIG is a six-month program with courses in business fundamentals, including finance, marketing, relationship management, sales, human-centered design, legal, accounting, media marketing strategies, employment recruitment and human resources.

“BIG is really for those businesses that feel stuck or just don’t know what to do to take them to the next level,” Annette says. “It’s a way to talk to other people that are in the same place you are. Talking to other actual entrepreneurs is so different than getting advice from a spouse or friend.”

Each BIG cohort meets twice a month for two hours and can have a maximum of 10 participants.

“Every group has different course work based on what the participants need help with,” Annette says. “I tailor the classes to them and develop the curriculum over time as the sessions go on.”

She continues, “Every time we meet may look different, with interesting topics of discussion and business speakers, but we will always do a learning activity with something that they can think through to apply to their own business.”

The first group included: • Beth Grant, Beth Grant Interiors, from Edina • Nadine Gross, Vuefinder, from Minneapolis • Umut Kaplan, Coccinella, from Edina • Darren Kelley, Devine Shine Home Cleaning, from Minneapolis • Rachel Michael, Rachel Michael Styling, from Maple Grove

Not pictured: Rachel Michael and Stacy West.

Darren Kelley and Beth Grant.

From left: Umut Kaplan, Annette Wildenauer and Dietrich Nissen.

• Sheila Mozayeny-Hale, Hale LSE Architects, from Minneapolis • Samantha Nelson, Brave Girl International, from Atwater • Dietrich Nissen, Inherited Stories, from Edina • Hannah West, Buttermilk Basin, from Spring Lake Park • Stacy West, Buttermilk Basin, from Spring Lake Park “This group really formed a close knit, trusted partnership with each other,” Annette explains.

“It was fascinating how quickly they came together because none of the businesses are competitive. In each BIG group we do, we never have competing businesses. That wouldn’t make for a productive environment.”

Umut Kaplan of Coccinella said his BIG experience has opened his mind to all kinds of opportunities, including how to introduce his products to new clients, develop an effective online marketing strategy and grow his team to serve new customers. Umut was born and raised in Turkey, and came to the Twin Cities as a college student, quickly falling in love with his new home. Today, he runs Coccinella, a retail store that sells rare olive oils from his family’s olive grove and beautiful cotton products imported from Turkey.

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Another satisfied BIG participant is Beth Grant of Beth Grant Interiors.

She says, “Participating in BIG has been life changing. It’s helped [me] think strategically about all aspects of [my] business, [including] pricing, marketing and managing day-to-day operations, all while finding ways to keep the passion alive that motivated [me] to start my business in the first place.”

Beth is an interior designer who creates environments tailored to the personalities of her residential and commercial clients. Check out bethgrant interiors.com to see her latest projects.

Edina Innovation Lab holds all meetings at The E, where they are currently building out a lab and office space. The E is located at 7301 Metro Blvd., Edina.

“We plan to move in by June 30 and are super excited about it,” Annette says. “Since we are a nonprofit organization, we thrive on grants, loans and donations. The new office space is all possible because of a loan agreement approved by the Edina Housing and Redevelopment Authority.”

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At this new location, Annette plans to run more cohorts simultaneously and other shorter courses.

“More space allows for more courses,” she explains. “We are developing mini courses that will be based on purpose, leadership and other related business topics.

In the purpose course, business owners will build a purpose statement, implement a plan and find ways to engage others in their journey. The leadership program will be run by a curated leadership council that believes in sharing their skills to better meet the needs of the business community.

“I’m very excited to see where Edina Innovation Lab will be in one year as well as where we grow to serve in the next,” Annette says. “We are ever changing and I’m [currently] instructing my second cohort right now. This group has totally different businesses and it’s so interesting.”

For more information about Edina Innovation Lab or to sign up for a cohort, visit edinainnovationlab.com.

The cost for each BIG program is $6,000 per person.

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PLAN SMART FOR RETIREMENT Expert Advice for People of all Ages

MYTH 1: I’M TOO YOUNG TO WORRY ABOUT SAVING FOR RETIREMENT. When you’re young, time is on your side. Although retirement may be decades away, the fact is that the earlier you start saving and investing towards your retirement, the less strain it will have on your cash flow/budget and the easier it will be to hit your financial goals. The sooner you start saving, the less you actually need to contribute thanks to compound interest.

Many have probably heard of some version of the timeless tale of two investors – one who started early and one who waited “just a few years.” For example, two investors put away $5,000 each year, invest in the same investments earning 6% annually,

Planning for retirement can be complicated. Here, advisors with RGW Wealth Management in Plymouth, help debunk some common myths so we can enjoy our later years in comfort and security.

RGW is an independent financial planning firm committed to help bring peace of mind for families and individuals by managing all aspects of their investments, financial planning, and tax situation.

“The sooner you start saving, the less you actually need to contribute thanks to compound interest.”

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and retire at age 67. The only difference is investor one started at age 22 and investor two started at age 32. Investor one will end up with almost twice as much money, or about $500,000 more, walking into retirement!

MYTH 2: SOCIAL SECURITY PAYMENTS WILL COVER WHAT I NEED. While Social Security will provide you with retirement income and may cover your living expenses, it was never meant to be your sole source of income as a retiree. Start by reviewing how much your lifestyle currently costs and whether you anticipate that to change during retirement or not. Grab a copy of your most recent Social Security Statement (sign up for online access atssa.gov/myaccount) and review your estimated personal retirement benefits. If your monthly expenses are higher than your Social Security benefit, you’ll need to bring income in from other sources to fill the gap. Additional income sources may be received from a pension plan, retirement accounts, side jobs, annuities or other investment vehicles, depending on your situation.

MYTH 3: I’LL JUST KEEP MY MONEY IN THE BANK. I DON’T NEED TO INVEST IT.

Advisor Ben Buening

While it is recommended to keep three to six months of cash in a checking or savings account that is readily available for emergencies, funds sitting in cash are actually going backwards when we look at money as purchasing power and take into account inflation vs. what the bank is paying for interest. For example, if you put $100 in the bank and over the course of the year inflation was 2.2% and the bank paid you .2%, the purchasing power of your same $100 is now only $98. This effect is magnified with the current inflationary environment, and only gets worse over time. Individuals need to invest their money not only to maintain purchasing power over time, but to increase it as well. Most people will never be able to save their way to retirement - they must invest to it.

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MYTH 4: MY SPOUSE IS THE MAIN BREADWINNER, MAKES A GOOD INCOME AND SAVES FOR RETIREMENT, SO I DON’T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT IT. It may be true. Each relationship has its own dynamics including how financial affairs are handled. If your spouse handles the household finances, make sure you are not putting yourself at a disadvantage. Don’t wait until there is a financial fiasco to start improving your own security. We believe both spouses should be engaged in the financial planning process to ensure they are on the same page. There are many benefits when both spouses are aware of their financial situation and set mutual financial goals together. Couples who do so can more efficiently pursue goals, increase the odds of success by working together, avoid potential conflicts, mitigate risks and hopefully achieve financial peace of mind. Try having regular financial meetings with your spouse and attend financial planning meetings together if working with a financial professional.

ARE THERE ANY NEW BIG PLANNING ITEMS PEOPLE SHOULD BE AWARE WITH RECENT TAX LAW CHANGES? There are many planning opportunities to review prior to retirement - before receiving Social Security retirement benefits and before Required Minimum Distributions start. We recommend meeting with a tax-smart financial professional who has the knowledge to help you take advantage of planning opportunities available to you.

HOW DOES RGW WEALTH MANAGEMENT HELP PEOPLE PLAN FOR DIFFERENT SITUATIONS AND COMMON SCENARIOS? WHAT IS THE FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY? Life is filled with many stages and major events, both expected and unpredictable. We believe that creating a well-defined, tax-smart financial plan around those investment and financial goals that are important to you will allow you to enjoy the journey, no matter what comes your way. We focus on understanding your unique situation and designing a plan that aligns with your vision now, and in the future.

We then provide recommendations based on helping you achieve your goals so you can fulfill the promises you have made to yourself and your loved ones.

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When it comes to automobile safety, while newer technology like back-up cameras and lane assist are helpful, tires are probably the most important feature and one drivers may not give a lot of thought.

But, having the right tires for your car and for the season can make a huge difference. Tires may seem pretty simple and straightforward, however, there are many components to take into account.

This is where professionals can steer you in the right direction. “There is no one on our sales staff that has under five years of experience,” says Chris Mortensen, co-owner of Samaritan Tire Pros along with his son Mike. “I’ve been in this industry 40 years and Mike’s been doing this for 15, so you’re never going to be talking to someone about tires that doesn’t have experience.”

They also have ASC (Automotive Service Excellence) certified technicians performing all of the automobile work. “We don’t have a lot of turnover - several guys that have been with us for well over 10 years, so it’s an experienced crew of people,” he says.

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to balance tires,” says Chris. “And, all of the alignment equipment is on the newer side. We continually update all of our equipment.”

When Chris purchased the business in 2003, he had already been with Goodyear for 25 years, working his way up from installing tires to serving as regional manager. Mike came on board with Samaritan when he was only 16. “It was my first job,” he says. “Then, after going to school in Mankato for business management, I came back here and went into sales.”

He enjoys working alongside his father and helping customers. “That’s the most fulfilling part about it. There’s no pressure to hit a sales quota for a particular brand, so we can recommend whatever tires we think are right for people.”

Originally a Goodyear dealer, Samaritan became a multi-branded dealer of all major brands of tires about 15 years ago.

“It comes down to what meets customers’ needs and this way they have a lot of choices,” says Chris. “Inventory’s really not an issue because we have three large distributors that are local.”

He adds, “I was fortunate when I bought the company that it had a big customer base and we’ve held on to customers. We have a lot of repeat business.

Because Samaritan’s been around for so long in Edina and Minnetonka, there are generations of people who’ve come in.

Their mom came here, their dad came here, and now they’re older and their kids come here. It’s a nice situation because people are personally familiar with us and it’s become more like a personal service than a business. We’re a true family business and we get to know our customers really well.”

A new service implemented this year is its Mobile Tire Service. “We can come to your home or office and install new tires that were either purchased from us or tires that you already have,” says Chris. “The whole idea is to make it more convenient for our customers. So, if you’re at work all day and can’t get away to get tires for your car, we can just go to your home or office and install them.”

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Customers can schedule a day and time on its website or by phone, and the service is available in a 20 miles radius from both locations. “We can do pretty much everything with the mobile truck as far as tires are concerned on passenger vehicles and light trucks. We also service fleets as well, like Amazon trucks.”

At Samaritan, they do everything tire and wheel related, including custom wheels, wheel alignments, brakes, axle repair, and steering and front end suspension work. They can also store tires so when people switch out their winter tires for warm weather tires, they have a place to keep them.

Most people don’t even realize that different tires should be used for different seasons. “Winter tires have a softer rubber compound and more grooves that give you a better biting edge,” says Mike. “It’s kind of night and day when it comes to winter tires versus all-season or strictly

summer tires. Not a lot of places, if any, will store tires for you seasonally.”

Samaritan also provides loaner cars for customers who have to be somewhere and cannot wait for their new tires to be installed or other automobile work to be performed.

There’s no additional charge for this service.

“We also don’t charge extra to fill tires with nitrogen,” says Chris. “The advantage of using nitrogen is it’s dry, so the pressure of the tire and wheel assembly stay more stable over time. There’s still some fluctuation in the colder weather, but it’s not as drastic. The tires will maintain pressure better and therefore last longer.”

While they recommend making appointments ahead of time for tire installations and other services, they gladly welcome customers who just drive in that day.

For more information, go to SamaritanTire.com.

Mike and Chris Mortensen.

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realty report A sample of recently sold properties in Edina.

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L IST ING BR OK E R

8 Spur Road

2017

$2,675,000

4

6

5,423

Lakes Sotheby’s

4901 Sunnyside Road

2011

$2,395,000

5

6

5,269

Compass

5107 Arden Avenue

1941

$2,069,000

5

5

5,464

Edina Realty

5933 Saint Johns Avenue

2018

$1,485,000

5

4

4,471

Coldwell Banker

5142 Hankerson Ave

2022

$1,050,000

3

4

2,929

Compass

7615 Gleason Road

1981

$990,000

5

4

4,383

Lakes Sotheby’s

4611 Lakeview Drive

1949

$830,000

3

2

2,355

Prudden & Company

4615 Bruce Avenue

1930

$712,500

3

1

2,080

Coldwell Banker

6924 Dawson Lane

1955

$700,000

5

3

3,150

Edina Realty

4361 Oakdale Avenue S

1955

$685,000

4

3

2,499

Edina Realty

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Minnesota Craft Beer Festival 2023

MIN N EAPOLIS CON VEN TION C E NT E R | 1 :0 0 P M The Minnesota Craft Beer Festival is an epic tasting session, where 110+ breweries will participate in pouring some of their best brews. Each brewery has been asked to bring a taproom-only beer and/or a rare limitedrelease option. minnesotacraftbeerfestival.com.

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Full Pink Moon Hike

MIN N ES OTA LAN DS CAPE AR B O R E T UM | 7 :30 P M Enjoy a self-guided evening hike at the Arboretum while basking in the glow of the Full Pink Moon. April’s full moon is named for the pink moss phlox that begins to bloom in April in other parts of the county – though moss phlox typically blooms in May in Minnesota. arb.umn.edu/fullmoonhikes.

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Easter on the Plaza

50TH & FRAN CE | 12:00 PM Join 50th & France as they celebrate Easter with a visit from the bunny. More information will be released closer to April. Check 50thandfrance.com for updates.

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Meet Avidor

AV IDOR EDIN A | 8 :30 AM Avidor, the latest in 55+ active adult living, invites you in for a community tour & complimentary breakfast at their Edina and Minnetonka locations. Enjoy a delicious continental breakfast, take a tour and network with other professionals. Please RSVP to attend. edinachamber.com.

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Minneapolis Vintage Market

Q UIN CY HALL | 12:00 PM Find Minnesota's best vintage clothing, accessories and home goods vendors all in one spot. Plus they will have drinks from Edina Coffee Roasters, food vendors and a DJ to keep the good vibes flowing while you shop. mplsvintagemarket.com.

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Vet to Vet Café

BROOKDALE EDIN A | 2:00 PM The Vet to Vet Café is open to any veteran in the Edina community and is a time to simply listen, share stories and enjoy refreshments together. The get-togethers are held on the last Tuesday of each month from 2-3:00 pm, unless otherwise specified. edinachamber.com.

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