The Minnesota Business Podcast

Mayo Clinic officially announces its five-billion-dollar expansion in Rochester. And, Starkey Hearing uses AI to help hearing aids work better. Also, a Star Tribune op-ed starts the conversation on regulatory reform. Later, gas prices continue to fall, and hear from Minnesota Chamber's President and CEO Doug Loon.

In this holiday bonus episode of the Minnesota Business Podcast, Minnesota Chamber President and CEO Doug Loon guides you through insights gleaned from the Minnesota Chamber's 2023 Economic Summit. You'll hear audio from the event from Charlie Dougherty, Director, Senior Economist, Wells Fargo; Neil Bradley, Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Jonathan R...

The Minnesota Chamber releases its annual benchmarks report. And, Target beats Wall Street expectations leading to a stock surge. Also, the Timberwolves' sell-out streak continues. Later, inflation may be nearing its end, and Minnesota Chamber President and CEO Doug Loon talks with the U.S. Chamber's Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer Neil Bradley.

A Minnesota election day recap. Niron Magnetics partners with GM on electric vehicle engines. Also, the Mall of America is set to open stores with two iconic brands. Later, a look at October's job numbers and Doug Loon's message from the nation's capital.

The new state-run Paid Medical and Family Leave program actuarial analysis is released, with costs increasing by 18 percent. And, U.S. Bank commits again to downtown Minneapolis. Also, Twin Metals gets the go-ahead to explore for minerals. Later, the Federal Reserve holds rates steady, and Doug Loon, Minnesota Chamber's President and CEO, talks about his recent trip to Owatonna with the Minnesota...

Niron Magnetics makes Time magazine's Best Inventions of 2023 for its Clean Earth Magnet. Thrivent Financial pays nearly 600 million dollars in dividends to its members. Also, the U.S. Department of Commerce designates Minnesota as a medical technology hub. Later, we'll discuss Minnesota's recently released unemployment numbers and hear from the Minnesota Chamber's President and CEO, Doug Loon. 

Aviation leaders Delta, Sun Country, and Cirrus celebrate notable successes. Xcel Energy charts a green course with fresh energy solutions. Later, we dive into the governor's initiative for child care and early education. Plus, insights on the economy from the Minnesota Chamber's President and CEO, Doug Loon.

Post Consumer Brands makes another big acquisition in the pet food business. Also, businesses look to solve workforce challenges through collaboration and new programs. Later, hear a special segment diving into challenges and successes facing the manufacturing industry as we celebrate October as Manufacturing Month.

Generative AI continues to find itself used in more industries. The latest? Cereal as General Mills invests in new technology. Plus, Target's new approach for a frugal consumer in the holiday season and its new partnership with Fenti. We'll also hear from Doug Loon onsite from Leadership Minnesota's stop in Grand Rapids.

Welcome to the very first episode of the Minnesota Business Podcast, a comprehensive roundup of the week's most important news in business and public affairs from across the state, brought to you by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce. Along with providing news relevant to the business community, this weekly digest also includes insights from Doug Loon, President and CEO of the Minnesota Chamber.

The Minnesota Business Podcast is your go-to weekly digest for all the vital business and public affairs news you need, provided by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce.