Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Our members have various reasons for joining the Chamber, but there’s no denying that the Chamber delivers real value to businesses across the state. #MyWhy is a look at the different reasons business leaders support the Minnesota Chamber.

Starting the week off with another #LeadershipMN profile! Today we're featuring WSB's Monica Heil! What's Monica's favorite part of working at WSB? "I love that we foster an environment of curiosity that pushes us to continue to improve not only our end deliverables, but our process and our service. We look for team members that have that same sense of curiosity and drive as we grow, which has created a unique culture rooted in innovation." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gmzSJP2N  

Starting the new year the right way: with another #LeadershipMN profile! Today we're featuring Simon Charter of NewRange Copper Nickel! What's Simon's favorite part of Leadership Minnesota so far? "I value the opportunities to visit new locations, gain insights into various industries and enhance my knowledge of Minnesota's economic landscape. However, the most enriching part of the program is undoubtedly the chance to interact with fellow attendees." Read more: https://lnkd.in/g2XGM-eM

New laws, regulations and red tape are increasing the cost of doing business in Minnesota, especially on small businesses. “'The cumulative impact of these measures, from increased taxes to stricter regulations, poses significant challenges for Minnesota employers and employees,' said Laura Bordelon, senior vice president of advocacy at the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtP5Rigz #mnleg

A number of laws are taking effect TOMORROW, January 1, 2025, that may impact your business. Click here to read the latest from Business North: https://lnkd.in/gYSsTw29   And for more information on recent and upcoming law changes, check out our guide to help your business comply: https://lnkd.in/gt-kJjxM

During the holiday season, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to you, our members, for your continued support and dedication. Minnesota's business community makes our state a stronger, more vibrant place to live and work. Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a prosperous start to 2025!

Here we are at the end of 2024, and we at the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce want to wish all of you an enjoyable holiday season and a happy new year! Right around the corner, we also have the start of the 2025 legislative session. On January 14, the Legislature will be sworn in, and the next evening, January 15, the Chamber will host our largest event of the year, Session Priorities. One thing I’ve pointed out this year is that Minnesotans want a balanced approach to our state policymaking. We want to improve the economy, lower costs for families and businesses, and pass reasonable, bipartisan solutions to the state's challenges. That’s what we’ve heard from voters and the business community. It’s a reminder to the Legislature and the business community that a sustainable approach to balancing the state budget is critical this year. For more, check out my Friday Five update and the Minnesota Business Podcast from today. Happy Holidays and best wishes for a successful New Year! https://lnkd.in/gSfQpK8X

Last week, we wrapped about our regional roundtable tour of the state. Thank you to our AMAZING hosts like Granterion 3PL Solutions in St. Cloud, Heritage Bank NA in Willmar and Promotion Select, Inc. in Chanhassen! And of course, thank you to our attendees for sharing their expertise and insights ahead of the 2025 session!

I’m pleased to share the guest I had for this week’s Minnesota Business Podcast. Whitney-Lehr Koening, President and Publisher of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (MSPBJ) joined me in the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce office in St. Paul to discuss the work of the publication and her leadership role. For more on the conversation, check out this week’s Friday Five blog and be sure to listen to the Minnesota Business Podcast. Subscribe to the podcast to get your weekly news updates on all that’s happening with Minnesota business. https://lnkd.in/gsQqs9PE

Ending the week one of the best ways we know how: with a #LeadershipMN profile! Today we're featuring Michael Bakk of United States Steel Corporation! What's Michael's favorite part of his company? "U.S. Steel is such an iconic American company. First billion-dollar corporation, first with a board of directors, first with a code of ethical business conduct, and the first to use the phrase Safety First. USS played a huge role in the U.S. winning two world wars and industrializing our nation." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gmzSJP2N