A small-town business with big-time impact—Bell Tech CNC Machining in Motley, MN, is proving that the right support can turn a vision into success. With local backing and relentless determination, owner Dan has grown Bell Tech into a thriving company, showing that when communities invest in small businesses, everyone wins.
In a quiet corner of Motley, MN, something remarkable is happening. Bell Tech CNC Machining, a small but mighty manufacturing company, is making waves with its precision machining and fabrication services. At the helm is Dan Carry, a driven entrepreneur whose vision and hard work have turned Bell Tech into a thriving business. This year, Bell Tech has been named an Outstanding Business Partner of the Year – a well-deserved honor that speaks to both the company’s success and the strong partnerships that helped get them there.
Dan isn’t shy about the impact that local support has had on his journey. When he first set out to launch Bell Tech, he knew he needed more than just a solid business plan – he needed someone to believe in his vision. That’s where Region Five Development Commission’s lending arm, North Central Economic Development Association (NCEDA), and Local Development Organization funding stepped in.
"There were so many ways the NCEDA loan helped," Dan explains. "It gave us the ability to get the funding and equipment we needed to really get the business off the ground. Plus, the lower interest rate meant the payments weren’t as overwhelming in those early days."
For Dan, the financial backing was just part of the story. What really stuck with him was the feeling of having someone in his corner.
"Starting a business is tough. One of the best things you can have is someone backing you up – and that’s exactly how it felt when we reached out to NCEDA. They helped us secure most of the money we needed at an interest rate that made sense. Compared to traditional bank loans, it was a game-changer."
With NCEDA’s support, Dan was able to invest in better equipment that boosted efficiency and set Bell Tech on a path to long-term success. Now, Bell Tech is not just surviving – it’s thriving.
Dan’s story is a powerful reminder that small businesses don’t grow in isolation. It takes a community, the right resources, and the kind of support that NCEDA provides. As Bell Tech continues to build and innovate, its success inspires other entrepreneurs chasing their own big ideas and proves that with the right help, those ideas can become reality.
To learn more about the funding options available through NCEDA, visit northcentraleda.org
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