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E Bulletin March 2010 -Vol.6,
Issue 2 Articles featured in this issue of the Development Association bulletin include:
Member Profile: Anderson Lubricants
Anderson Lubricants has been providing specialized lubricating oils to industries in Wisconsin, Michigan and Minnesota for over 35 years. In that time, Anderson Lubricants has become one of the top ten distributors of Exxon/Mobile lubricating products in the United States. "Our goal is to improve our customer’s profitability by utilizing our technical expertise with a custom blend of products and services," is a mission statement that guides the work of Anderson Lubricants. Industries served by Anderson Lubricants include mining, marine, paper, power generation, construction, trucking, quick lube shops and car dealers. Lubricating products are distributed from three locations: Superior; Negaunee, MI; and Chisholm, MN. The Superior distribution center receives 70 percent of its lubricating products by rail and stores up to one-half million gallons of lubricant in 70 bulk tanks. The Superior facility also has equipment to reprocess contaminated oil and lubricants, preserving and returning a valued commodity to customers. Steve King is CEO and President of Anderson Lubricants, a long-time member of the Development Association. He finds value in the networking opportunities the Development Association provides to help existing businesses grow in the community.
LeBistro, located in Superior City Center, has developed a loyal customer base since it opened its doors over three years ago. Patrons enjoy a lunch menu that features a variety of sandwiches, burgers and salads. The dinner menu has been described as “continental”- a mix of European, American and Asian tastes. Customers are also invited to participate in special events at the restaurant like wine and food pairings or beer and food pairings. The atmosphere at LeBistro has been called comfortable and relaxed. It is a place where you take your time to enjoy dinner. One of the specialties of LeBistro is fresh seafood. Seafood is flown in daily from Hawaii. LeBistro takes pride in using only the freshest, finest ingredients including the choicest meats and seafood, freshest vegetables, breads and pastries. Barbara recommends reservations as LeBistro is often filled to capacity. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Dinner is served from 5 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, and from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
The 50th Annual Meeting of the Development Association will be held on Friday, April 30, 2010 at Barker's Island Inn, starting at 11:45 a.m. Guest speaker will be Bill McCoshen, Senior Vice President of Capitol Consultants. The subject of his talk will be, “Weathering the Economic Storm.” Reservations for the Annual Meeting and lunch are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. To reserve by April 23, 2010 contact the Development Association at 715.392.4749.
Ayers Associates Jim Anklam 2701 W. Superior St., Suite 110 Duluth, MN
Diamond and Platinum Level Members
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