Replenex to be Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company
MEDIA RELEASE: For Immediate Release
June 7, 2024
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Replenex, a distributor of cutting tools, abrasives, adhesives, safety products, and industrial supplies, will be recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company for its efforts in supporting the military community at a proclamation event in Eden Prairie on Tuesday.
“We are pleased to welcome Replenex, a company founded by a veteran, to our BTYR network,” said Army Lt. Col. Joseph Sanganoo, Minnesota National Guard’s Family Programs Officer and the representative who will speak at the event. “We look forward to growing our partnership today and well into the future.”
Army Col. Sidney R. Cohen, the grandfather of Matt Cohen, Replenex president and CEO, established the company 78 years ago. The Army recognized Col. Cohen’s veteran status, which enabled him to make successful bids to purchase its surplus industrial supplies.
“Without that opportunity, who knows where our family and this business would be today,” Matt Cohen said. “Being a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company not only honors my grandfather’s military service, but also recognizes the support Replenex provides to military families, veterans, and the community. This recognition is a daily reminder to honor and support our military community.”
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s mission is to establish and sustain a comprehensive community and corporate support network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, and resources to meet the needs of Minnesota’s military veterans, service members, and families in all military branches.
Editor’s Note: Media members are invited to the proclamation event Tuesday, June 11, at 2 p.m. at Replenex, located at 9815 West 74th Street, Eden Prairie, Minn. 55344. The ceremony starts at 2:30 p.m. Media can RSVP to Cristina Oxtra at (763) 349-2047 or cristina.f.oxtra.nfg@army.mil. Visit MinnesotaNationalGuard.ng.mil/btyr to learn more about BTYR.
– About the Minnesota National Guard –
Established in 1856 and headquartered in St. Paul, the Minnesota National Guard has more than 13,000 Soldiers and Airmen who serve in 58 communities across the state. The Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen of the Minnesota National Guard are ‘Always Ready’ to fight the nation’s wars, protect the country, respond to state emergencies, and contribute to local communities. For more information about the Minnesota National Guard, visit https://MinnesotaNationalGuard.ng.mil.