The BIAD luncheon will take place on Monday, Oct. 26 at The Grand Hall at Carlos Creek.
ALEXANDRIA — Innovative Builders, Inc has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Business & Industrial Appreciation Day award by the Boards of Directors of the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission and Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.
The Business & Industrial Appreciation Day event was started in 1984 and is recognized as one of the largest and longest standing events of its type in greater Minnesota. BIAD honorees are selected based on the following factors:
- Impact of the business on the job market.
- Impact of the business on the local economy.
- Capital Investment; an indication of commitment by the business to increase community capacity.
- Community Contributions; evidence of the company’s investment of time, skills, and resources to assist in community-oriented projects.
The BIAD luncheon will take place on Monday, Oct. 26 at The Grand Hall at Carlos Creek. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the program will run noon-1 p.m. This event will be a celebration of the success and growth of Innovative Builders, Inc and its continued commitment and impact on the community.
In addition to the luncheon, a publication focusing on the accomplishments of Innovative Builders, Inc will be published. Watch for details on how that will be distributed.
For questions, contact Courtney Murphy at the AAEDC, 320-763-4545 or cmurphy@alexmn.org.
BIAD winners for the past 10 years are as follows: Massman Companies, 2025; Alex Rubbish & Recycling, 2024; Pike & Pint Grill, 2023; Ollie’s Service, 2022; Viking Bank, 2021; Social Media Campaign, 2020; Geneva Capital, 2019; Hilltop Lumber and Rental Center, 2018; Anderson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2017; and Carlos Creek Winery, 2016.
