Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Kinetic Technologies

RED OAK, Iowa – ­­­­­­U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Kinetic Technologies of Kossuth County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa’s 99 counties.

“Kinetic Technologies has sparked progress in Iowa’s manufacturing sector, proving that when innovation and integrity work hand in hand, the results are nothing short of transformative,” said Chair Ernst. “Under Mark and Betsy Barglof’s leadership, the company continues to power ahead, raising the standard for what local businesses can build while energizing manufacturers across the country.”

Founded in 2021 by Mark and Betsy Barglof, Kinetic Technologies started as a small fabrication and custom manufacturing shop and quickly earned a reputation for practical, reliable solutions in machining, tooling, and prototyping. Today, Kinetic Technologies is known for its advanced robotic welding systems and custom automation solutions. With end-to-end capabilities from design and simulation to installation and on-site training, the company delivers systems that solve production challenges and boost efficiency. In just a few years, the company has shown how visionary leadership and a dedication to problem solving can propel a local startup in Algona into a respected national player.

Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award.

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