An urban-to-rural population of about 200,000 in the northern reaches of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area has proven the perfect location for Nelson Sanitation & Rental Inc. to take root and grow over 30 years.Jerome Nelson started the one-man pumping business in tiny Rice, Minn., in 1979, but through hard work, shrewd decision-making and a burgeoning market for its services, the company has enjoyed substantial growth. Second-generation owner Derrick Nelson recognizes a broad base of potential markets – construction, entertainment, recreation and residential – and sees a bright future through technology and further diversification.LONG DAYS, HARD WORKJerome Nelson was motivated
