‘yes’ — and then hand-picked people
to make it happen.” It was a simple but
effective leadership style, according to
Urban. “He was very social, and inclusive
in getting people involved, and always
thankful, in so many ways.” Not without
coincidence, “maKEITHappen” became
his signature phrase and also happens
to include the spelling of his name.
Each summer, the VHEDC hosts
the Keith Warner Memorial Golf
Tournament which raises money for
their Business Education Partnership
Fund. The proceeds are used to sponsor
internships and address local workforce
development issues. In addition, the
Keith Warner Standard of Excellence
Award is given at the Annual Dinner and
Awards event to a member business
that has shown a singular degree of
excellence in the areas of business
success, philanthropy and community
service. (See page 26.)
Keith Warner’s incredible legacy
continues through these events, and
in the hearts of friends who knew him,
honoring the exemplary community
leader he was.
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Vadnais Heights’ Walmart Manager Kati McCoy (right)
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