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Hands-On, Client-Oriented Consulting

The principals of KlasRobinson Q.E.D., Jim Klas and Matt Robinson, have been at the forefront of economic developmental and financial analysis throughout their careers. Our comprehensive approach ensures accountability through the direct, absolute and exclusive involvement of the principals in each project, including meetings, market research, analysis, report writing and presentation.

We have unique expertise and unsurpassed experience in Indian gaming and economic development on tribal lands. With well over 75 years of combined experience, including more than 30 years working together, we bring seasoned judgment and proven reliability to all of our engagements.

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Our Founding Principles

KlasRobinson Q.E.D. emphasizes hands-on, client-oriented consulting, based on our founding principles below.

Integrity

We strive for integrity in everything we do. To us, that means giving each client and each engagement the attention they need.  It means making sure that our clients can use the reports we produce for more than just decorations on a bookshelf. It means being available to answer questions long after the work is done. It means telling the client when we don’t think something will work as hoped.  And it means that if a problem occurs, we do what is necessary to fix it. We treat each project like our own money is on the table; because in the end, we won’t be successful unless our clients succeed.

We believe integrity also means giving back to the people and industry that provides our livelihood, including both money AND time. That is why we actively support causes like Spirit of Sovereignty and the White Earth Mission Project.

Accuracy

We strive for accuracy in all our analyses. Due to our extensive experience with a broad array of development projects, we need not rely solely on published information in projecting future financial performance. Our projections are based upon years of experience working with development projects of all types and sizes that has given us access to operating and market data not available to the general public.  

Reports from KlasRobinson Q.E.D. have helped our clients justify almost $25 billion in successful financing.  Just as important, we’ve saved our clients millions of dollars by telling them when their projects won’t work and helping them find viable alternatives.

Respect

We have tremendous respect for the perseverance, wisdom and heritage of our Tribal Clients. We also have great respect for the business acumen, creativity and initiative of all of our clients. We know that our work is merely a tool for you to use. No one knows your business better than you and no outside analysis can substitute for the energy and effort you bring to running that business each day. We show our respect by listening carefully to your needs and insights; giving our best efforts to assist you as we can; and making sure that the reports we produce are suitable to the purpose intended.

We show our respect by participating actively in associations and institutions that seek to improve the industries we serve. Mr. Klas is a past president of the Minnesota Association of Hospitality Accountants and past member of the Hospitality Education Committee of the Minnesota Hotel, Restaurant and Resort Associations. Mr. Klas has also taught Hospitality and Tourism Development and Marketing at Metropolitan State University in Minneapolis. Mr. Robinson spent four years as Associate Member Representative to the Executive Board of the National Indian Gaming Association.  He has also guest lectured on planning and tourism issues at colleges and universities including his alma mater Macalester College.

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Our Principals and Associates

James M. Klas

Founder & Principal

 

SANTAMARQ@ATT.NET

Direct telephone: (612) 325- 5812

Direct fax: 952-888-0707

Matthew S. Robinson

Founder & Principal

 

MATTMSP@MAC.COM

Direct telephone: (612) 802- 3269

Direct fax: 651-487-0366

Matthew J. Klas

Senior Associate

 

MKLAS@KLASROBINSONQED.COM

Direct telephone: (763) 257- 7806

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Corporate Responsibility

Our corporate responsibility is deeply rooted in the values of integrity, accuracy, and respect that guide our every action. We believe that integrity means more than just doing the right thing; it involves treating each client and project with the utmost care, ensuring our work has lasting value, and being accountable even after the job is done.

Our commitment to accuracy is reflected in the thorough and experience-based analyses we provide, which have helped secure significant financing for our clients while saving them from unviable ventures. We respect the unique insights and expertise of our Tribal Clients and recognize that our role is to complement their knowledge with our specialized support.

Furthermore, our respect extends beyond our clients to the broader industry, where we actively contribute our time and expertise to foster growth and development. In all we do, we uphold these principles, understanding that our success is intrinsically linked to the success of those we serve.

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