Our Lake Effect Business Builders
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Incline Exteriors
Andy Schenkel has been working in his family-owned business for over 20 years. He brings his expertise and talent to homeowners and businesses across the metro. Incline Exteriors has been serving the Twin Cities for nearly 30 years and specializes in helping navigate the complicities of insurance claims. They are the Masters of Peaks and Valleys.
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Rise Innovations
Brandon is a consummate communicator and networking and helping others is his passion.
Rise Innovations is a Minnesota-based AV integrator focusing on Commercial and Residential shading, lighting, and AV solutions. Our job is to educate you on what technology is available that you may not have known about before. We believe the technology solutions we offer provide convenience, elegance, and a “wow” factor that you will experience every day in your space.
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Char Kreative
Charlie is passionate creative focusing on photograph, videography and cutting edge social media. He brings life to how you show up in the digital world.
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Bell Bank
Cheryl represents more than 30 years of experience to professionally evaluate your mortgage options and present the programs that fit best with your financial goals.
Driven by a high commitment to customer service and prompt communication with clients, Cheryl prides herself on responsive service, and professional expertise, while striving to meet the financial needs specific to you.
Competitive rates and fees, along with flexible programs, enables Cheryl to help more homebuyers achieve their goals
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Tall Birch Builds
Chris has been one of the handyman of the group since 2020 and continues to evolve as a creative carpenter solving tricky problems for home owners. From installing doors to transforming small spaces in the home, Chris and his trusted trade partners bring results.
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VC3 Managed IT & Cybersecurity
VC3 Over 1,100 municipalities and 700 businesses rely on VC3's cybersecurity expertise, sector-specific focus, ability to grow with our clients, and relentless automation to manage, protect, and accelerate their organization's technology.
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Corey’s Consignments
Corey leverages over 20 years working in the consignment business to help handle everything from decluttering to home sales to handling estates. He can sell household and business items through his extensive network and his dedicated showroom in Plymouth.
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Makerwerks Woodworking and Design
Dan is a gifted woodworker and designer. Specializing in C&C custom designed cabinetry and specialty creations. Dan designs unique spaces using 3D modeling software and tools and a design background in architecture.
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Encore Electric
At Encore Electric, we provide high-quality electrical services that give our clients lasting peace and comfort. From service panel upgrades and EV charger installations to electrical remodeling and commercial services, we ensure every job is done safely and efficiently. We also offer promotions like free whole-home surge protection with panel installations and free service calls to add even more value to our customers.
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Premium Auto Cosmetics LLC
Hailey does interior detailing, exterior detail, paint correction, ceramic coatings, vinyl, and custom stickers/decals. She is located in Shakopee but travels to car owners across the region. See her work posted on Instagram @premium_auto_cosmetics
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Golden Repairs
At Golden Repairs, we believe that a handyman should be reliable, professional, and easy to work with. We offer a wide range of services to meet all your needs and provide old-fashioned workmanship with modern-day efficiency. Our team is dedicated to customer satisfaction and we work hard to ensure that our work is always of the highest quality. Choose us for your next project and enjoy a hassle-free experience with a team that cares.
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Pete Ice Edina Realty
Hard work, having a plan and working together is the key to servicng my Buyers and Sellers
Successfully served 300+ clients over 20+ years. Same office. Same broker. Same positive approach.
Constantly recognized by my clients as a top Twin Cities agent since 2007 in Mpls St. Paul Magazine
Voted Edina Realty's Agent of the Year for 2019 in the Wayzata/Lake Minnetonka Office
Achieved Edina's Chairman Circle recognition in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Achieved Edina's Executive Circle recognition in 2022, 2023
Recognized in the top 1% volume agents in the US
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Sexton Seasonal Services
Prescot and his talented team provide the expertise and care to make the most of your natural spaces, be they home or business.
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ProTree Expert Arborists
The team and ProTree provides next level tree care. They maintain some of the best equipment and employ talented arborists to provide the best care for your trees.
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Schechter Dokken Kanter CPAs
As a co-chair of the tax department, I help lead the tax team on important issues, schedule staffing and training, and assist in decision making of the firm. For my clients, I focus on developing and maintaining long-term relationships where I pride myself on promptly responding to my clients questions and needs. My goal is always to make long-lasting relationships where we can work together for many years.
I am highly focused on client service and am happy to answer any questions you may have throughout the year. I believe it is important to know my clients on a personal level in order to deliver important tax news and advice on a timely basis, and I always strive to be my client’s most trusted advisor. -
CSV Financial Advisors
Sonja Bjork has been working in the financial services business for over 30 years and offers individuals, families and/or small business owners a comprehensive approach to their retirement planning, investment.
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Restoration 1 of Minnetonka
At Restoration 1 of Minnetonka, each technician undergoes extensive and ongoing education.
Steve and the technicians attend IICRC-certified courses to earn their certifications in water restoration, fire restoration and smoke and odor control.
Using that knowledge and experience in the field, Steve and his team will bring your home back to original condition (or better).
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Lakeland Home Inspections
Steve is dedicated to providing outstanding Home Inspection services throughout the Minneapolis/St Paul and surrounding area.
Steve is a:
ASHI Certified Inspector (American Society of Home Inspectors)
ASHI Heartland Chapter member
Member of MAHI (Midwest Association of Home Inspectors)
Graduate of the AHIT Master program (American Home Inspection Training Institute)
A complete understanding of your new home is the most important aspect of a Home Inspection.
Lakeland Home Inspections is committed to provide a professional, detailed and timely inspection.
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Wiser Insurance Agency
Steve brings a wealth of experience as an independent insurance agent. He knows how important it is to have the right coverage on all possessions as well as personal or business liability.
Contact Steve with any and all insurance questions!
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Day’s Plumbing Service
Warren provides complete and comprehensive residential and commercial plumbing service in the West Metro.
Warren specializes in dealing with plumbing challenges of all kinds and his deep knowledge and experience can help prevent costly future repairs.
763-286-0663
James Beckers
Golden Repairs
James has an extensive background in property management and working around and on home and rental renovations. He brings a wealth of experience to residential and commercial repair and renovation. He specializes in smaller projects and the “honey-do” lists.
James Beckers
Golden Repairs
Email: james@goldenrepairs.com
Email: james@goldenrepairs.com
James has an extensive background in property management and working around and on home and rental renovations. He brings a wealth of experience to residential and commercial repair and renovation. He specializes in smaller projects and the “honey-do” lists.
Cheryl Stuntebeck
Bell Bank
Tall Birch Builds
Cheryl represents more than 30 years of experience to professionally evaluate your mortgage options and present the programs that fit best with your financial goals.
Driven by a high commitment to customer service and prompt communication with clients, Cheryl prides herself on responsive service, and professional expertise, while striving to meet the financial needs specific to you.
Competitive rates and fees, along with flexible programs, enables Cheryl to help more homebuyers achieve their goals
Andy Schenkel
Incline Exteriors
Email: cstuntebeck@bell.bank
Email: andy@inclineexteriors.com
Andy Schenkel has been working in his family-owned business for over 20 years. He brings his expertise and talent to homeowners and businesses across the metro. Incline Exteriors has been serving the Twin Cities for nearly 30 years and specializes in helping navigate the complicities of insurance claims. They are the Masters of Peaks and Valleys.
Chris Bjork
Email: service@tall-birch.com
Chris Bjork has operated Tall Birch LLC since March of 2020. He brings forward several homes’ worth of repair and custom build projects into a new start up focused on solving tricky home repair and remodeling projects. He channels his previous career as a book publisher and project manager into strong partnership with clients focused on creativity and quality.
Tall Birch Builds specializes in custom carpentry and design of more efficient and elegant spaces. He has experience in working in historic and upscale homes throughout the Twin Cities.

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