Community News

 

Welcome New Members

Jim Tilbury,Corcoran
AMP Electric, Bluffton
J Everett Electric, Hugo
United Hospital-Allina Health, St Paul
Marathon Petroleum, St Paul Park
Wessel Electric Service LLC, St Cloud
ATEK Distribution LLC, Golden Valley
Generator Power Systems LLC, Baxter
Sota Electric LLC, Prior Lake
Apadana LLC, Golden Valley
Bruce Dingman, Hayward WI


Also, thank you to all of the MEA members who have renewed your memberships for another year—your support really does make this industry stronger!
   

Congratulations

Congratulations to Olson and Sons Electric, Monticello MN…  Olson and Sons Electric is celebrating their 60-Year Anniversary this year! They’ve been a member of MEA since 1962 and we appreciate the leadership role they’ve provided to the association through the years! Our best wishes for many more years of success to you.

 
     
Jeff Batdorf, The Rouzer Group… Rouzer is very pleased to announce that Jeff Batdorf has accepted the position of Contractor Sales Specialist. Jeff will be in the field calling on contractors specifically and drive the “push sale” for our manufacturers. Jeff has been training since January 14 and is ready to hit the ground running. He has 12 years of electrical experience in the field working as a Journeyman with some of the top contractors. His experience in the field will give him the ability to anticipate the needs of customers and serve them in a professional manner.
     
Jackson Electric, Winthrop… We are excited to introduce two of our new team members. Anna Theis (pictured on the left) is our safety coordinator and team development leader. Morgan Kaiser (pictured on the right) is our marketing director. We are very happy that these wonderful ladies have joined our team!  
     
Shane Waslaski, DSG Board of Directors… Dakota Supply Group (DSG) has added Shane Waslaski to its Board. His business background includes the software, healthcare, manufacturing, energy, plastics and construction sectors. He served as the President of Varistar (included Foley Company and Northern Pipe Products). He is currently the President and CEO of Intelligent InSites.  
     
Jodi Watson, DSG Board of Directors…  Dakota Supply Group (DSG) recently welcomed Jodi Watson to its Board. Her expertise lies in digital e-commerce and retail, working with companies ranging from innovative start-ups to massive omnichannel global organizations. She previously served as the Sr VP and acting Chief Marketing Officer of Petco and President of Consumer Direct for Wolverine Worldwide. She currently serves as the Vice Chair for True Leaf Medicine and works as a self-employed consultant.   
     

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Federated Insurance…
2019 All-Education & Events Sponsor!
   
 
Center for Energy & Environment (CEE)…
2019 All-Education & Events Sponsor
   
Werner Electric Supply…
Sponsoring & Hosting Code Classes: Feb 7-8 in La Crosse, WI; May 3-4 in Cottage Grove.
   
Echo Electric Supply…
Sponsoring & Hosting Code Class Feb 7-8 Worthington
   
Crescent Electric Supply…
Hosting Code Class: March 7-8 Minneapolis
   
   
J.H. Larson…
Hosting Code Class Feb 14-15 in Plymouth
   
     

Moves & New Locations

Viking Electric Supply Announces New Brand, Focused on Customer Solutions… Minneapolis-based electrical distributor, Viking Electric Supply announced it is rebranding to Viking Electric, A Sonepar Company. The company created a new vision statement and restated its mission, which is focused on moving beyond its core identity as an electrical distributor to delivering exceptional services and logistical solutions to its customers. “We recognize the critical need to adapt to the speed of our industry and business environments,” said Stacy Stanslaski, President. “Our renewed focus is to be an indispensable electrical supply chain partner, central to our customers’ success.” In addition to the new vision and updated mission, the company released a new logo that better represents the organization’s vision as a solutions provider. The updated logo is forward leaning with visual alignment, which represents the company’s focus on moving ahead together while aligning with the ever-changing needs of its customers and supply partners.    
     
Viking Electric, A Sonepar Company, Duluth… Viking Electric Supply recently opened a Duluth branch at 15 S 38th Ave W. They had a successful grand opening in spite of the freezing cold weather! If you are in the area, stop in!