About Us
Core 4 was founded on the belief that local businesses deserve more than just a space—they deserve a partner who genuinely cares about their success.
Our Mission
To develop unique community spaces. To work with local entrepreneurs and small businesses that strengthen neighborhoods and create meaningful economic opportunity.
Our Core Values
Community focused
Local growth is our growth.
Opportunities
Relationships are important
We treat our business partners like family.
Entrepreneurship is who we are
Our Vision
To be the partner that local entrepreneurs and small business owners turn to first. To be known for integrity, real support, and genuine partnership.
Our Promise
We show up with honesty, clear communication, and real care for every project. Our goal is to build lasting relationships while helping local entrepreneurs and small business owners grow with confidence.
How It All Started – The Tapio Family
The Tapio family lives and works in Sauk Rapids, MN – the Tapio kids are graduates of Sauk Rapids Rice High School. Randi has been an Entrepreneur her entire adult working life, while Nick has always been the one with a steady employer. The kids grew up in an environment knowing that both ways are valid options, and that either path can be successful.
The kids graduated and started to dream. We believe in our town and surrounding local communities. And… Core 4 was born!
We believe there’s another way to build, grow and support local entrepreneurs and small business owners.
The up & coming Golden Spike development became the perfect place for us to start this chapter of our lives.
Take The Community Survey Link
- What businesses do local residents really want?
- What do local business owners really need? How can we build spaces that work for their specific business?
- What does real partnership look like?
Why Partner With Core 4?
We're Hands-On
Our team is actively involved. We don’t do passive projects. We are building alongside you. We’re here for the long haul.
We Understand Our Local Communities & Businesses
We've raised our families here. We’ve worked with small business owners. We know what you're up against – and how to support real growth.
Real Partnership
We build and invest for the long term. Your success is our success – and we’re with you for the journey.
Relationships Matter
The projects we become involved with go beyond a transaction. We're investing in building within our local communities – to build community.