New Faces, Same Commitment: Welcome, Eric Sweeney
Blethen Berens is pleased to announce the recent addition of attorney, Eric Sweeney, to our New Ulm office! After completing multiple deployments with the US Marine Corps, then working in manufacturing operations management, Eric decided to pursue a career in law. Graduating from Mitchell Hamline Law School, Eric is eager to use his legal and practical knowledge from his diverse background to effectively guide clients in their legal matters. Dedicated to serving the New Ulm area, Eric is a committee
Melissa Lueth Honored As Best-In-State Wealth Advisor by Forbes
NEW ULM, MINNESOTA – April 16, 2026 – Melissa Lueth, MBA, APMA® a Private Wealth Advisor with Wealth Management Solutions, Ameriprise Financial in New Ulm, was named to the list of “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business. The rankings are based on data provided by thousands of the nation’s most productive advisors. Melissa was chosen based on assets under
Blethen Berens Welcomes New Attorney, Bryan Karp!
Blethen Berens is excited to announce the recent addition of our newest attorney, Bryan Karp, to our New Ulm office! Bryan attended University of Colorado, Boulder Law School where he concentrated his studies on transactional law. After serving as a traveling Judicial Law Clerk for Colorado’s rural districts, Bryan decided to return to southern Minnesota where he was raised to build his transactional practice. Already a participant with New Ulm HYPE, Bryan is looking forward to connecting with the New Ulm
IP Protection Basics Every New Ulm Business Owner Should Know
Protecting your intellectual property means securing what makes your business original — your brand name, creative work, inventions, and proprietary methods — before competitors or bad actors have a chance to copy or claim them. Physical goods and supply chains feel more concrete, but understand your IP's true value: it's often a company's most valuable asset, even when it never sits on a shelf. For New Ulm's independent business owners — from Trade Fair vendors showcasing original products to service
Why Every New Ulm Business Should Have a Media Kit
For members of the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce, visibility is not just about advertising. It is about being understood, remembered, and featured when opportunity knocks. A media kit is one of the simplest tools a business can use to support public relations, increase visibility, and foster meaningful media engagement. Learn below about: What a media kit is and why it matters How it strengthens public relations efforts The visibility benefits for local businesses What to include in a strong media
