HealthSource Chiropractic Dr. Andy Konz and his spouse/enterprise associate/”higher half” Christine have already constructed their dream dwelling – a residence within the St. Michael-Albertville space for the couple and their kids to reside, develop up, study and entertain.

Now, they’ve accomplished their new “dream dwelling” – The Roots of Albertville. Positioned off 57th Road simply north of Coborn’s and their former location within the market’s car parking zone, The Roots is the brand new dwelling to HealthSource, Tree of Life Wellness Middle and a few new STMA-based companies that can cement the Konzes as STMA community-builders for years to return.

“That is dwelling. We’re so completely satisfied that we are able to reside right here, work right here, make relationships right here and actually make our dream occur right here,” Christine stated. “Since we first got here right here we’ve tried to be concerned in numerous issues on totally different ranges, and that is simply bringing it full circle.”

The Roots will likely be dwelling to each Konz-owned companies (Christine bought Tree of Life Wellness from founder Nina McKee nearly 5 years in the past), in addition to Nationwide Karate, The Selfie Firm, f45 Coaching and Health and, finally, Jersey Mike’s Subs. The companies are phasing in over time, however Nationwide Karate opened operations on the new location the primary week of January, whereas Konzes’ Tree of Life and HealthSource are taking a look at Jan. 9 (or mid-January, relying on ending supplies, and so on.). Others house is on the market within the advanced, which was financed partly by neighbor Monetary Safety Financial institution.

“It actually was a dream to have our personal constructing and create the house we wished,” Andy stated. “All credit score goes to Christine although. She went out and made relationships and recruited different companies to be part of this from the bottom up, and with out that – particularly on this financial system and sort of unusual time for small companies – this doesn’t occur. So I actually admire the work that she’s carried out and the relationships we’ve been in a position to construct with individuals right here to make this occur.”

A type of connections is Christa Boone, proprietor of Nationwide Karate, who introduced the martial arts magnet to Albertville greater than a decade in the past. The previous location, which was subsequent to Kremer Toy and Passion in Albertville, proved to be a decent struggle for the karate college, which has additionally hosted and despatched college students to regional and nationwide competitions.

Boona and Christine Konz have been acquaintances and associates for years, each serving on the board for Store STMA, Boone at one time as president.

“In fact it’s been nice to work together with her and I’m completely satisfied she’s becoming a member of us on the new constructing as a result of it’s only a nice match,” Christine stated. “They’ve simply been part of Albertville for a very long time, and labored with so many households and youngsters. With a brand new house Christa can sort of make it her personal, which is thrilling.”

Whereas Well being Supply anchors the east facet of the constructing, the sandwich store Jersey Mike’s will anchor the opposite, full with drive-thru window. Nationwide Karate will sit very a lot within the center.

Jersey Mike’s – which sizzles with subs prefer it’s wonderful Philly steak and cheese – has been successful in Rogers. The identical possession group – which Andy stated may be very concerned within the Rogers neighborhood and hopes to equally help STMA – is worked up to increase into Albertville.

“I feel one of many issues we actually wished have been individuals who would give again and become involved on this neighborhood,” Andy stated. “It sort of units STMA aside from a typical suburb. There’s simply a lot help for our faculties and actions from our companies and residents. It’s one of many issues we love about being right here.”

Coaching middle f45 will be a part of quickly, subsequent to the sandwich store. In response to the corporate’s web site, “F45 Coaching is a worldwide health neighborhood specializing in progressive, high-intensity group exercises which can be quick, enjoyable, and results-driven. Change into a part of the F45 household at this time and expertise for your self what makes us totally different. With our health studios increasing throughout the US, there’s most likely an F45 Coaching close to you.”

Certainly, F45 has already discovered properties in close by suburbs like Maple Grove and Minnetonka. A two-week trial prices $45, with month-to-month memberships operating about $120 (8 visits monthly) to $199 monthly (limitless).

The Selfie Co., in the meantime, is a one-of-a-kind portrait studio. It’s set to be a “one-stop store” for every part from skilled portraits to birthday blast pics for teenagers and tweens. Consider these humorous picture cubicles at weddings and events, solely in a set location.

Once more, the Konzes private relationships – this time with Samantha Pfeifer, paved the best way for this new biz, which might be discovered on-line for an extended description.

With the situation within the coronary heart of Albertville – steps away from the location of Albertville Pleasant Metropolis Days, blocks from eating and leisure, and near Metropolis Corridor – The Roots are down. And positively, they’re able to develop.