The Foundation’s Center for Economic Research (CER) is an essential component of the work of the Minnesota Chamber Foundation. It’s critical to understand how Minnesota’s economy impacts businesses’ ability to recover, and continue to create jobs and prosperity for the long term. The center releases and analyzes research, keeping Minnesota Chamber members and the broader business community abreast of economic challenges and opportunities. 

The Center for Workforce Solutions is the first-of-its kind in Minnesota, a business-led initiative to ensure employers and employees possess the necessary tools for jobs of the future. Through innovative programs, creative leadership and key partnerships, it offers solutions to confront the state’s worker shortage. The Center is developing a robust resource for employers seeking to tap into Minnesota’s hidden talent pools, providing more opportunities for both potential workers, and employees.