09/12/2023
Ernst Names KPI Concepts Small Business of the Week
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, ranking member of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced KPI Concepts of West Burlington as her Small Business of the Week.
“KPI Concepts grew from its humble beginnings in owner Craig Upton’s garage into a nationally-respected industry leader in retail design,” Ernst said. “Craig’s dedication to improving his business and his community exemplifies the American entrepreneurial spirit, and I’m proud to recognize the KPI Concepts team for their many accomplishments.”
For over 40 years, KPI Concepts has designed and produced innovative, durable, and dependable solutions for its customers. Craig Upton founded the company in 1984 to build cabinetry for local businesses. Since then, KPI Concepts has consistently expanded and now includes commercial cabinetry construction, wind turbine part fabrication, and metal manufacturing.
In addition to building KPI Concepts from the ground up, Craig was recognized by Southeastern Community College with their 2014 Distinguished Alumnus Award. The KPI Metals team received the Greater Burlington Partnership’s Manufacturer of the Year Award in 2017.
