Headwaters Strategic Succession Consulting, LLC.

04/16/2026

For 5 consecutive years, Headwaters has been a Champion Sponsor of the Saint Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce's Business Awards Luncheon. During that time, we’ve had the privilege of celebrating some of Central Minnesota’s most outstanding leaders in business, and we continue to be inspired by the growth, resilience, and success they represent.

These awards honor the very best in business. The risk-takers. The innovators. The ones putting in the late nights to build something meaningful. When a business reaches that level of success, it deserves a future that is just as strong.

At Headwaters, we partner with business owners to prepare for what comes next, whether that means continued growth or an immediate transition. Businesses like those of the recipients of these awards are worth protecting, especially when owners have invested so much in their companies and in our community.

When you have built something exceptional, you deserve a plan that preserves it for the next generation or positions it to command premium value in a sale.

When you think about what’s next, think of us to Open the Door to Your Ideal Exit!

Register to attend here for this year's event on May 6th from 11:30am-1:30pm at The Park Event Center - Waite Park, MN. https://chambermaster.stcloudareachamber.com/events/details/business-awards-luncheon-5-6-2026-12579

Congratulations to this year's honorees!
Switchboard (2026)
House Of Pizza (2026)
Motor Works Auto Repair (2026)

04/03/2026

Congratulations to Kelly Simonson of Accent Electric & Automation on the sale of the business to Riley Johnson of Walter Electrical Contractors!

Walter Electrical Contractors has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality electrical services with a focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction. With this acquisition, they are expanding their capabilities and market presence—positioning the company for continued growth in Central Minnesota.

Exit Planning services provided by Headwaters Strategic Succession Consulting, and Business Brokerage services provided by Commercial Realty Solutions, LLC.

03/09/2026

Congratulations to LANS Property Management who has been acquired by Dreamteam!

Dreamteam Property Management has built a strong reputation managing single-family rental homes across the Twin Cities with proven systems and local expertise. With this acquisition, they’re expanding into multifamily—positioning the company for continued growth in Central Minnesota.

Exit Planning and Business Brokerage services provided to LANS by Headwaters and Commercial Realty Solutions, LLC.

02/21/2026

Here’s a little gem of a business!

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From outer space to presidential motorcades, a small, quiet Sauk Rapids company has focused on quality control for the better part of 40 years.

Engel Metallurgical, owned and founded by Les Engel, employs just eight people, but its impact is wide-ranging. The company provides independent technical expertise, analysis and laboratory services for companies, manufacturers, insurance and attorneys. Read more about it in the St. Cloud LIVE business section - https://www.stcloudlive.com/business

01/26/2026

Congrats John & Jenny Sprengeler on acquiring 100% of Rapids Upholstery — a historic Sauk Rapids business specializing in custom upholstery for vehicles, furniture & commercial projects!

Headwaters was honored to have provided representation for purchase of the business and real estate thru our broker Commercial Realty Solutions, LLC (CRS).

09/04/2025

Back in May 2021, Harris Hardwoods became my very first customer after I formed Headwaters Strategic Succession Consulting, LLC. I am so proud of them and of what we accomplished together—CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

My succession work with Harris involved collaborating with their financial advisor and estate planning attorney to ensure the owners were as financially prepared as possible, preparing the business (value proposition, processes, employee retention, and enhancing overall value), and selecting partners for brokerage and legal support.

While I wasn’t the lead broker on this particular transaction, once we went to market I provided key support to the lead broker throughout the process—including market research, buyer identification, and guidance on the business and real estate valuations.

Stay tuned—much more to come from me and Headwaters! A special thank-you to Terry Kurash for the referral, and to Krahn Capital Group for working their tail off to serve our client!

We are excited to announce our acquisition of Harris Hardwoods, Inc., a premium manufacturer of hardwood cabinet components and mouldings based in Foreston, MN.

“Harris Hardwoods is a strong, family-owned business with a proven commitment to quality and integrity. Adding their product suite of cabinetry components to our portfolio will further drive our growth strategy, expand our customer base, and enable us to improve efficiencies across all of our facilities,” said Menzner Hardwoods, Co. President Phil Menzner. “We are excited to welcome the Harris team to the Menzner family and look forward to the new customer and supplier partnerships to come.”

07/10/2025

Say hello to Cathy Pallow Corgard—new owner of Maselter Cabinets in Rockville!

Owners Cathy and her husband Dan are excited to carry on Maselter’s legacy of craftsmanship and are eager to build meaningful connections with the people and organizations that make Central Minnesota thrive.

If you see them at an event for the Saint Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce, a Central Minnesota Manufacturers Association or a Central Minnesota Builders Association gathering—or just grabbing a bite at Dolsie's Lunch Box Grille (Cathy's new favorite downtown lunch spot)—be sure to introduce yourself and welcome them to the local business community!

Let’s show them what makes our community so special. 🤝

Welcome, Cathy and Dan!

Visit their showroom at:
📍 Maselter Cabinets, 149 Broadway St E, Rockville
📞 (320) 251-2232
🌐 maseltercabinets.com

Business Exit Planning services provided by Doug Cook of Headwaters Strategic Succession Consulting, LLC. Business Brokerage services provided by Doug Cook and Eric O'Brien of Commercial Realty Solutions, LLC.

We create custom cabinets & countertops for homes & businesses. Visit our showroom for personalized design options today!

05/06/2025

Tomorrow is the big day! We can't wait to celebrate Great Harvest Bread Co. Waite Park, MN, Modern Barnyard and Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Homes at the 38th annual Business Awards Luncheon. Thank you to all of these amazing sponsors for the support!

04/21/2025

Headwaters is honored to be a Champion Sponsor of the Saint Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Luncheon for the 4th year running.

Join us May 7th at Park Events Center to honor this year's recipients Mike & DeNae Hiltner, Great Harvest Bread Co. Waite Park, MN, Doug Dingmann & Deb Dingmann, Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Homes, and Jim Beck & Mike Malikowski, Modern Barnyard.

At Headwaters, we proudly support our Chamber's ongoing mission to celebrate local businesses, as well as support their growth, connections and ability to thrive across our region.

The Business Awards Luncheon is coming up on Wednesday, May 7th, and we can't wait to celebrate these amazing businesses! You can help us honor them, learn more about sponsorship opportunities here: https://bit.ly/4lcv90O

04/08/2025

When it comes time to sell, every business is competing for the right buyer. In this final article of the Plan Smart, Exit Strong series, you'll learn how selling at a premium often comes down to one key factor. Hope you enjoy it!

Plan Smart, Exit Strong (6 of 6) – Your Sale vs. the Competition: Positioning for a Successful Exit Selling Your Business? You’re Competing – Whether You Realize It or Not When it comes time to sell, your business doesn’t stand alone. It’s one of many on the market – and buyers are choos...

03/31/2025

Burnout is a common reason business owners exit their business - but it has its costs. In this article, discover how proactive planning helps owners regain balance while protecting their most valuable financial asset - their business!

Burnout & Lifestyle: Are You Working for Your Business, or Is It Working for You? Taking Control of Your Work/Life Balance for a Successful Exit For many business owners, long hours, constant demands, and never-ending responsibilities can take a toll. The reality? Burnout is a leading factor in busi...