At the depths of the 2008 economic downturn, preserving jobs in Minneapolis and building a new corporate headquarters for a third-generation family business was not just a challenge: it was a mission.
Lupe Development forged a partnership with Standard Heating & Air Conditioning and city development officials that retained over 80 well-paying jobs in Minneapolis. This combination office/showroom/warehouse for one of Minneapolis’ leading HVAC service companies enabled Standard Heating & Air Conditioning to double its recycling and reclamation efforts and expand its market share by having state-of-the-art training and shipping facilities.