News Conference - SBA Recognizes Brooklyn Park Business

News release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 22, 2026

CONTACT:

Saolia Tucker
Business Development Coordinator

Phone: 612-997-5203

Email: saolia.tucker@brooklynpark.org

Brooklyn Park Business is Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year for Minnesota

The national Small Business Association has named Brooklyn Park based KSP Fulfillment the Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year for Minnesota. In honor of the award there will be a news conference at KSP Fulfillment to recognize KSP Fulfillment and owners John Gamache and Rob Walters. The event is timed to coincide with Military Appreciation Month.

When

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 

10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Where

KSP Fulfillment

8100 Oxbow Creek Drive

Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

(parking on the west side of the building – access off Xylon Ave)

Agenda

10:00 – 10:05 a.m. | Arrivals

10:05 – 10:07 a.m. | Welcome & Introductions (Rob Walters + John Gamache, KSP)

10:07 – 10:12 a.m. | Remarks from U.S. Representative Kelly Morrison 

10:12 – 10:15 a.m. | Remarks from Brad Zaun (Regional Administrator, U.S. Small Business

Administration)

10:15 – 10:18 a.m. | Remarks from MN Senator Susan Pha

10:18 – 10:21 a.m. | Remarks from City of Brooklyn Park

10:21 – 10:26 a.m. | Press availability

Note: KSP Fulfillment is a secure facility, and attendees will need to show IDs.

Background

KSP Fulfillment provides supply chain management solutions that help ecommerce brands, retailers, and manufacturers simplify operations, reduce fulfillment complexity, and deliver better customer experience through reliable, scalable 3PL services.

KSP Fulfillment is being recognized for maximizing SBA loan programs to refinance debt related to its move into a larger facility, reducing monthly debt by more than 60%. This relief stabilized cash flow and the company’s financial health.

John Gamache is the founder and owner of KSP Fulfillment, bringing over 25 years of leadership in supply chain management. In 2012, John founded KSP Fulfillment to provide tailored logistics for brand partners. His career began in the Marine Corps, gaining a solid leadership foundation. Today, he is known for building strong teams, relationships, and innovation.

Rob Walters brings over 35 years of logistics experience to his role as a partner and owner of KSP Fulfillment. His career is shaped by his leadership and an understanding of how technology and people come together to drive results. A Marine Corps veteran, Rob credits his service with shaping his disciplined approach to leadership.

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