Minnsights Blog

It’s nearly impossible to have a conversation with a business leader without talking about workforce. Challenges have evolved but persisted over a decade, with employers in search of skilled workers to fill positions. While the long-term and systemic answers to these challenges will vary by industry and area of the state, there is one organization that proudly boasts, “We have the labor force you need,” and means it.

If you ask business leaders in Minnesota, high taxes are a perennial challenge to growth. In a recent statewide survey of leaders from throughout the state, most said that they will try to grow here, but the number of those who will look to grow elsewhere or move has gone up year-over-year and now stands at nearly 40%.

The success of Minnesota’s economy depends on a diverse and sophisticated network of dynamics. But sometimes success is simple to identify, when you see it.

The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce announced today that it was selected as 2021’s State Chamber of the Year by the national Council of State Chambers of Commerce. The award recognizes the Minnesota Chamber for its innovative initiatives and best practices that advance the state’s economy and provide exceptional services and results for their members.

Grow Minnesota! is stronger because of the collective work of its extensive partnership. Local chambers of commerce and economic development entities that focus on retaining and growing Minnesota businesses comprise the partnership.