ABOUT US
Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities is your local dealer of Kolbe Windows & Doors. Our showroom features displays of Kolbe’s wood and aluminum clad windows & doors. We’re proud to provide American-made, artisan-quality Kolbe windows and doors to the Twin Cities area.
Our staff has over 100 years of combined experience with windows & doors, making them uniquely qualified to answer your questions. Our staff members will provide quick turn-around on quotes. Additionally, we have Kolbe Certified Technicians to provide full service capabilities on new and previously-installed Kolbe windows & doors. They will ensure that your windows & doors function smoothly and withstand the test of time.
Our staff members can also provide technical support to architects, builders, contractors, and other construction professionals. Visit our Services page for complete details on the benefits of working with Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities. It will be an honor to serve you.
OUR TEAM

Lance Premeau
General Manager
Lance has been in the fenestration industry for over 32 years. Prior to becoming the general manager at Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities, he worked in several management roles for Kolbe Windows & Doors, including market intelligence manager, market and product manager, market analyst, and manufacturing plant manager. Lance’s dedication, knowledge, attention to detail, and years of experience allow him to offer great insight and forethought to any type of project. In his spare time, Lance enjoys camping, fishing and hunting.

Rick Walter
Service Technician
Rick has been servicing windows and doors for over 20 years. He has an extensive knowledge of how windows and doors function and is usually able to achieve solutions that bring satisfaction to all. Rick brought that knowledge to KGTC in 2012. Rick is always up for a challenge and enjoys making customers happy. He has been an integral part of the Gallery’s growth and success. Rick is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys fishing and hunting in his spare time.

Jeffery Hester
Inside sales
Jeff’s relationship with Kolbe products dates back to 1998 when he sold window and door packages through a very successful Kolbe distributor in the Twin Cities. Jeff’s background in engineering, sales, and construction makes him the ideal person to work with the customer to achieve the look they want in their home or business. Kolbe Gallery Twin Cities is very fortunate to have Jeff on their team. Jeff is a local musician that also spends time hunting, fishing, walking, and gardening.

Mark Singer
Window & Door Sales Consultant
Mark grew up in the window business. He started working at a window manufacturing plant while attending college. After college, Mark worked as a service tech and was later promoted to window sales. Mark increased his window knowledge by working for other window manufacturers and joined KGTC in 2012. Mark’s passion, knowledge, attention to detail, and problem-solving in the field allows him to make valuable contributions to any project he works on. Mark is very involved with his children’s sports activities and serves as a coach on both baseball and hockey teams. In Mark’s limited spare time, he is a goalie in a neighborhood hockey league as well.

Emily Neubarth
Business Development Associate
Emily Neubarth has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry including 10 years of experience in fenestration. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design and Construction Management. Her experience has primarily focused on luxury and high-end residential projects. Emily’s passion, knowledge, attention to detail, and problem-solving allows her to be a valuable asset to architects, builders and homeowners. Emily lives on a hobby farm with her husband and three children. In her spare time, she loves traveling, going to concerts, and spending time at the lake with her family and friends.

Matt Kowal
Installation/Service Technician
Matt was hired in the installation department of the Kolbe Gallery in early 2019. He is great with people, and has been in home service for over 20 years. His hardworking mentality and willingness to help the team make him an asset in other areas of the Gallery, like delivery and service when needed. In his free time, Matt enjoys fishing and spending time with friends and family.

Tom Kolkmeier
Window & Door Sales Consultant
Tom Kolkmeier has been immersed in the window industry for 30 years. He has covered territories including the Midwest Mountain states and from Texas to Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Dakotas. His focus has been on making sure the right window and best window features are used. He notices the details that might otherwise be overlooked. Tom’s clients are always pleased to work with someone who is as passionate about the result as they are. He focuses his efforts on bringing clients the latest in window technology to drive smart design, and maximum performance and durability. Tom’s goals match Kolbe’s goals of providing the best mixture of value, performance, quality, durability, and aesthetics. His clients expect and receive superior experience on their projects.

Vance Wein
Inside sales & technical support
Vance has spent his entire career of 37 years in construction and building materials distribution in Northern Minnesota. His attention to detail has served him well in a number of highly specialized project settings. He has been a member of a number of trade and professional organizations. During his time as a member of the Twin Ports chapter of The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), he earned his Construction Document Technologist (CDT) accreditation. Owners, Architects, and Contractors all benefit from his experience, training, and dedication to the finished project. In his free time he can usually be found outdoors, and with his family nearby.

Matt Jandl
Service Technician
Matt has been in the construction industry for over 30 years, working from the remodeling to new construction markets. The last 17 years have been focused on window and door products. He’s involved with many aspects including sales, service, installation, and project management. Matt uses all the experience to provide superior customer service when working with his customers in the field.

Mike Empson
Inside Sales & Technical Support
Mike has devoted decades of efforts to the residential built environment focusing on construction, design, and building materials in turn. He has influenced positive outcomes in each of these three disciplines, giving him a well-rounded perspective on the many sides of a successful project. He now concentrates his efforts on building materials distribution with an emphasis on windows and doors. Mike draws on his broad and deep knowledge of the Twin Cities window and door market to the benefit of homeowners and contractors throughout the Midwest from his Inside Sales role at the Kolbe Gallery – Twin Cities.

Aaron Eiden
Warehouse & Delivery Associate
Aaron is part of the Kolbe Gallery team that makes sure your custom Kolbe windows and doors are received into our warehouse, stored and delivered to you. In his free time, you can find him helping out on the family farm and relaxing by playing video games and hanging out with friends.