Top Articles of 2024, #4: Massman Companies Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility

The #4 most clicked article of 2024: Over 200 invited guests made their way to the new Alexandria, Minnesota, facility for a ribbon cutting and open house.

Sean Riley
Dec 30, 2024
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Massman Companies proudly announced the successful grand opening of their new 72,000-square-foot facility located on 80 acres of land in Alexandria, MN. The private event, was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, luncheon, and guided tours.

Massman Companies CEO Jeff Hohn, Alexandria Area Economic Development Director Nicole Fernholz, and Granite Partners founder and CEO Rick Bauerly were guest speakers at the event. 

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