Associate Partners - 2024

AbdoAbdo Logo - Primary
5201 Eden Avenue
Suite 250
Edina, MN 55436
952-835-9090
www.abdosolutions.com

Abdo is a full-service accounting and consulting firm that delivers customized strategies and innovative solutions to help governments, nonprofits and businesses succeed. With more than 170 professionals and nearly six decades of experience, Abdo is ranked as one of the top accounting firms in the Midwest. It is a licensed CPA firm with offices in Minneapolis and Mankato, Minnesota, and clients located throughout the entire state of Minnesota. Abdo’s commitment to its clients is to gain in-depth knowledge of their unique challenges, opportunities, and needs. Through this consultative approach, Abdo partners with government and organization leaders to light the path forward to confidently reach their goals.

BKV GroupBKV
222  North 2nd Street
Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-339-3752
www.bkvgroup.com

BKV Group is a Minnesota-based, full-service planning and design firm providing architecture, engineering, interior design, landscape architecture and construction administration services. For more than 41 years, serving the needs of county governments has been a focus of the firm. As recognized leader in government architecture, we share knowledge across studios and geographies to design environments with a sense of place and presence while meeting practical needs and improving working environments. Our team is committed to working collaboratively with our clients, listening closely to their needs and developing solutions that achieve their unique goals.

CenterPoint EnergyCenterpointEnergy_Bronze
505 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-372-4664
www.centerpointenergy.com

Established in 1870, CenterPoint Energy is Minnesota’s largest natural gas distribution utility, serving more than 895,000 customers in 260 communities. By delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas, CenterPoint Energy helps its customers meet their energy needs and contributes to economic development in the communities it serves. CenterPoint Energy also operates a sales and service business called Home Service Plus®.  For more information, visit CenterPointEnergy.com.

CliftonLarsonAllen LLPCliftonLarsonAllen
14275 Golf Course Drive
Suite 300
Baxter, MN 56425
218-828-0100
www.CLAconnect.com

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With more than 8,500 people, nearly 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information, visit CLAconnect.comCLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is an independent network member of CLA Global. See CLAglobal.com/disclaimer. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. 

Comcastcomcast_m_color_blk (1)
10 River Park Plaza
St. Paul, MN 55107
651-252-7531
www.comcast.com

As a media and technology company, Comcast’s mission is to create incredible technology and entertainment that connects millions of people to the moments and experiences that matter most. Comcast has spent more than a decade working to address digital inequities. From connecting people to the Internet; to supporting young, diverse storytellers; to opening doors for the next generation of innovators, creators, and doers, Comcast wants everyone to have the skills, resources and tools they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

Contegrity Group, Inc.Contegrity
101 1st Street SE
Little Falls, MN 56345
320-632-1940
www.contegritygroup.com

Contegrity Group, Inc. is a central Minnesota firm that was established in the spirit of providing clients with agency construction management services. The firm has extensive experience in County Government building projects, including courts, jails, social services and public works facilities. The mission of Contegrity Group, Inc. is to be committed to the highest standard of ethics and to promote teamwork between owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.

Donlar Construction Companydonlar
550 Shoreview Park Drive
Shoreview, MN 55126
651-227-0631
www.donlarcorp.com

Since 1972, Donlar Construction has provided superior General Contracting, Construction Management and Design-Build services to a wide range of private and public clients. With 47 years of experience in the industry, Donlar has specialized in the areas of education, government, healthcare, tribal, worship, and commercial construction.

The Donlar heritage is founded on customer satisfaction through dependable service. Our work speaks most clearly about who we are and represents the capability expected from your builder—quality, integrity and service.

EhlersEhlers-PFA-logo-horiz-cmyk 300
3060 Centre Pointe Drive
Roseville, MN 55113-1122
651-697-8500
www.ehlers-inc.com

A pioneer in municipal advisory services since 1955, Ehlers helps clients build strong, vibrant and sustainable communities by delivering independent, integrated advice across all areas of public finance. We work with more than 1,500 local governments, schools, and public agencies across five states, placing our clients’ needs and best interests at the center of everything we do.

Galliard Capital ManagementGalliard-Vertical
800 LaSalle Avenue
Suite 1400
Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-667-3220
www.galliard.com

Galliard Capital Management specializes in fixed income portfolio management for institutional investors. Since the firm's inception in 1995, Galliard has provided portfolio solutions to public entities in Minnesota and across the country. The firm has grown to over $90 billion of assets under management (as of 12/31/20), including public entities, corporate retirement plans, operating funds, insurance reserves, foundations and endowments, healthcare funds, and Taft Hartley plans. Galliard is located in Minneapolis.

Goff PublicGoffPublic
444 Cedar Street
Suite 910
St. Paul, MN 55101
651-292-8062
www.goffpublic.com

Goff Public is an independent communications agency based in Saint Paul. Unique in the Minnesota marketplace, Goff Public is your full-service public relations and public affairs partner. Counties across the state count on us to amplify their stories, engage their citizens, advocate for their interests and protect their reputations – in both in-person and virtual environments. Our experienced team of political and media pros have achieved successful results for local units of government on issues ranging from human services to housing to transportation to economic development. Our services include lobbying, media relations, crisis communications, public engagement, spokesperson training, communications audits and plans, and project management. To learn more about how we can help you accomplish your goals, visit GoffPublic.com or call us at 651-292-8062.

Hiller Commercial FloorsHiller
2909 South Broadway
Rochester, MN 55904
888-724-1766
www.hillerfloors.com

Hiller Commercial Floors is a leading supplier of commercial flooring and installation to Minnesota.  Working through our State M Contract 120202 and Service CO-OP Contract  CPC 17.5, Minnesota Counties save lots of dollars plus have extended warranties for many types of flooring.   Quick service and installation by great professionals, we work after hours and can lift fully loaded work stations to minimize disruption.  See our contracts at www.hillercarpet.com/commercial.

Houston Engineering, Inc.Houston_Gold
7550 Meridian Circle N
Maple Grove, MN 55369
763-493-4522
www.houstoneng.com

Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI) is a full-service consulting firm providing engineering, surveying, environmental, GIS, and planning services. With offices in North Dakota, Minnesota, and South Dakota, local and national clients alike seek HEI’s creative and lasting solutions. Our projects span across the US, with diverse client markets including government, tribal, private industry, and non-profits. We utilize the latest technology to provide innovative solutions that produce results now and continue providing value well into the future.

ICS ConsultingICS-Logo
1331 Tyler Street NE
Suite 101
Minneapolis, MN 55413
763-354-2670
www.ics-consult.com

ICS Consulting, Inc. (ICS) is a leading professional services firm focused on providing strategic facility planning, design, and construction services. ICS bridges the technical gap between your vision and the complex processes of planning, development, design, implementation of projects, and on-going operations. With a goal of enhancing the entire process from planning through project completion for a wide variety of clients, our approach is to effectively utilize and leverage our internal expertise while encouraging collaboration with other project professionals to ensure successful project outcomes. We have the expertise in the complexities of planning and construction and aspire to be a trusted advisor with a custom-tailored, collaborative approach for each client.

Klein McCarthy Architectsklein_mccarthy
6465 Wayzata Boulevard
Suite 410
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
952-908-9990
www.kleinmccarthy.com

Klein McCarthy Architects (KMA) was founded in 1977 with a focus in justice, public facility planning and design. With organization, leadership, hard work, and an emphasis on client service, we have built a solid record of successful projects and satisfied long-term clients. From our firm’s beginning, we have completed over 300 detention, corrections and courts/government center studies and building projects in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. The key to success in these assignments is the daily “hands on” involvement and leadership of firm leaders from start to finish in all aspects of the planning, design and construction efforts. Our focus on this field enables us to maintain this approach on each project and provides the client with the benefit of our most experienced staff.

Kraus-AndersonKrausAnderson
501 South 8th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
612-332-7281
www.krausanderson.com

Founded in 1897 and family owned and managed for more than 75 years, Kraus-Anderson Construction is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the U.S. Top 20 Construction firms in the Midwest, providing award-winning consulting and construction services coast to coast. As an integrated development, construction and real estate leasing and management enterprise, we bring an owner’s perspective to our work, collaborating closely with clients, architects, and other stakeholders to envision and plan for success long before ground is broken.

 

Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative (MnCCC)mnccc
100 Empire Drive
Suite 201
St. Paul, MN 55103
651-401-4200
www.mnccc.org

Established in 1978, Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative (MnCCC) works with all Minnesota Counties as a joint powers organization facilitating services and training, providing software and other cost-effective measures to substantially reduce technology costs for counties, cities, and agencies. MnCCC assists user groups with organizing their group; facilitates meetings; manages funds; serves as a liaison between the users and vendors; manages the RFP and contracting process; and handles an array of other user group responsibilities.  Some of the MnCCC User Groups own their software; this allows them to control all software changes, releases, updates and customizations to best meet their needs. MnCCC User Group software is maintained, supported, and enhanced by vendors selected by the User Groups through an RFP process.

MnCCC’s current user groups include Minnesota Property Tax, CAMA, Law Enforcement, Finance & General Government, Community Health Service, Corrections, County Attorneys, Information Services Support Group, Property Information, Tax Court, Human Services, and HR & Payroll.

National Insurance ServicesNIS
14852 Scenic Heights Road
Suite 210
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
800-627-3660 ext. 1366
www.nisbenefits.com

Benefit Consulting and Brokerage Services for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits for counties. Also offering early retiree benefit restructuring services, tax-free options for sick leave & other one-time retiree incentive payouts, as well as, on-site and near-site clinics. NIS is trusted by over 2,500 public sector organizations and 500,000 insured individuals in 29 states. We are headquartered in Brookfield, WI, with regional offices in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania.

Purple Wave AuctionPurpleWave
825 Levee Drive
Manhattan, KS 66502
1-866-608-9283
www.purplewave.com

Purple Wave specializes in liquidating equipment and vehicles through no-reserve public Internet auctions — providing the easiest and most straightforward way to sell used equipment. From marketing and listing your assets to selling and collecting payment, sellers benefit from a full-service experience.

Ratwik, Roszak & Maloney, P.A.Ratwik22
444 Cedar Street
Suite 2100
St. Paul, MN 55101
612-339-0060
www.ratwiklaw.com

Ratwik, Roszak & Maloney provides high quality legal solutions to counties throughout Minnesota.  For more than 35 years, RRM has represented counties and joint powers entities in all aspects of public sector labor and employment law, investigations, litigation, contracting and construction law, and land use planning and zoning law.

Revize Government WebsitesNew Revize Logo
150 Kirts Boulevard
Suite B
Troy, MI 48084
248-269-9263
www.revize.com

With more than 1,200 government clients nationwide, Revize Government Websites is one of the industry’s leading providers. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, Revize builds award-winning government websites and content management systems. A vast array of apps and features ensures your website will have something to offer everyone. When you work with us, you’re not just a client, you become part of the Revize family and will receive the service and support you need and expect!

Wold Architects and Engineers Wold
332 Minnesota Street
Suite W2000
St. Paul, MN 55101
651-227-7773
www.woldae.com

Wold Architects and Engineers has over 50 years of experience helping our clients with their facility needs.  We are recognized experts and industry leaders in the planning, design and construction of governmental facilities in the region including governmental offices, correctional facilities, law enforcement, public works and 911/ EOC dispatch facilities.  Our 300 + multi-disciplinary team provides facility analysis, planning and programming, facility planning, architectural design, interior design, cost estimating and construction administration.  We have a full staff of professional mechanical and electrical engineer to serve your every need.  With offices located in Minnesota, Illinois, Colorado and Tennessee, we have the knowledge of a national firm, while maintaining the local, personal hands on attention our clients expect.  Please visit www.woldae.com to learn more about our services.

WSBwsb_logo_color
701 Xenia Ave S.
Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN 55416
763-231-4800
www.wsbeng.com

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. Our staff of over 450 improve the way people engage with communities, transportation, infrastructure, energy and our environment. We offer services in over 25 complementary areas that seamlessly integrate planning, design and implementation. Our coast-to-coast client base is served from 12 offices in four states.

We share a vision to connect your dreams for tomorrow to the needs of today—the future is ours for the making.