Stephen M. Swenson

Eric was raised in the hospitality industry, working in his family’s bar and restaurant from an early age. With over 40 years of tavern, restaurant, and banquet experience, he has extensive knowledge of all aspects of the food, beverage, and entertainment industries. As the owner of a popular lakeside bar, grill, and marina in Madison, Wisconsin, Eric learned through decades of hands-on experience how to manage and operate a successful business. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison, Eric earned a degree in Agricultural Economics but followed his passion into hospitality. He is passionate about helping people realize their next course, whether it is owning a business or developing a succession plan and road to retirement. Eric has been a leader in the industry for the past 25 years, serving as President of the Madison/Dane County Tavern League for seven years, as well as serving on the statewide Board of Directors of the Tavern League of Wisconsin since 2012. He is also a member of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association and serves on several nonprofit boards and committees.

HSC Business Brokers helps people buy/sell/lease in the Hospitality industry. Our clients are our livelihood. My goal and promise is to provide the best service to our clients. Whether you are buying, selling or leasing, I guarantee that you will receive nothing less than dedication and honest service.

I have over 10 years experience in the commercial Real Estate business and have developed a personal relationship with many owners of Bars, Restaurants, Liquor Stores, Gas Station/ Convenience stores in and around the Minneapolis/ St. Paul area as well as many businesses in the Upper Midwest. I can help you with Tenant representation, which includes finding new site locations for expanding your business and/or franchises and negotiating leases. Call me today at 612-388-7334 to get you started in either selling or purchasing your business.

Rick is no stranger to the restaurant business. He first began in 1990 working in various positions with Byerly’s, Applebee’s, Mulligan’s, Lord Fletcher’s and Champp’s. As he gained experience in the industry, his passion and talent for being a restaurateur grew. In 1998 he was hired as the Director of Operations for the Jacob Restaurant Group Inc. Through his 12 years with the company, they operated 7 restaurants including Nye’s Polonaise, Jake’s City Grille, and Jake’s Sports Café. Rick decided in 2011 that it was time to operate his own restaurant with Republic, a craft beer bar in Minneapolis. In 2013 he added Red River Kitchen, a food truck operation that has locations in both Minneapolis and St Paul, and in 2015 was Dan Kelly’s Pub. In 2016 Republic opened in MSP airport. Rick also served on the board of the Minnesota Restaurant Association from 2011-2013. In February 2017, Rick successfully sold the restaurants and the food truck operation. Rick knew he didn’t want to completely leave the restaurant business and he wanted to help others meet their restaurant dreams. He decided to pursue his passion of helping others by working with HSC Brokers. Raised in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Rick now lives with his wife, KC, and their TWO sets of twin boys in Elk River, Minnesota.