Alexandria Industries received a 2016 Progress Minnesota award. The award program recognizes entrepreneurs, individuals, businesses, manufacturers, nonprofits and economic development organizations for moving the Minnesota economy forward in innovative ways.
Alexandria Industries was nominated for its successful job growth, along with addressing the current skills gap and worker shortage issue. Competing with several other large and well-known companies, the judges were highly impressed with the company’s efforts and progress in these areas. The judging panel included representatives from DEED, the Economic Development Association of Minnesota (EDAM) and The University of St. Thomas.
| Tom Schabel, CEO, Alexandria Industries is presented with the Progress Minnesota Award with Mark Berriman, advertising director, Finance & Commerce. |
| Photo by Sharolyn Hagen, reprinted with permission from Finance & Commerce Inc. |
“It is an honor to be recognized by our peers for doing work that we are truly passionate about,” said Tom Schabel, CEO, Alexandria Industries. “The partnerships we have formed over the years with our local educators, industry colleagues and associates, have blessed us with support and expertise beyond our wildest dreams.”
The award sponsor, Finance & Commerce, is a Minneapolis-based business publication focusing on commercial real estate, construction, economic development, regional planning, transportation and transit.
About Alexandria Industries
Alexandria Industries produces custom components using industry-leading technology and a skilled workforce through extruded aluminum, precision machining, fabrication, plastic injection and foam molding, welding and assembly services. The company makes the parts that go into products people see and use every day, such as components for all-terrain vehicles, renewable energy systems, watercraft, hospital equipment, playground equipment, lighting systems and much more. Alexandria Industries is headquartered in Alexandria, Minn., with manufacturing locations in Minnesota and Indiana. See us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.