Operating as an Extension of Your Team

Brian Hanson became APEX’s President and CEO in June of 2012. During the 15 years prior to joining APEX, he was involved in business and community development in both the public and private sector, specializing in economic development finance, regional marketing, and executive-level prospect development....

Vincent joined the APEX team as a Business Developer in May of 2014. His key responsibilities include support of the APEX mission and vision for private sector business development. Ian contributed significantly to the Heat Treating, Plating & Powder Coating business retention and expansion strategy...

Tamara Lowney joined the APEX team as a Business Developer in August of 2015. Her key responsibilities include attracting, expanding and retaining business in the APEX Region. She also works closely with the Itasca Economic Development Corporation in support of business attraction, retention and expansion...

Sandy Johnson joined APEX in September of 2008. Her responsibilities include overseeing all administrative details required to support a dynamic, high-energy office environment, while further coordinating company events and assisting APEX investor-members in a variety of capacities. Sandy graduated from the University of Maryland in College...

Janet Windus is a life-long Duluthian and in 2018 joined APEX in the newly created position of operations specialist.  She is responsible for general office administration, assisting with the hiring and training of interns and the coordination of APEX events and promotional activities to maximize...