I have always been impressed by the extent of manufacturing back in Southwest Minnesota. It seems like every small town has some fabrication or repair shop or farm shop with a guy (or gal) asking, “Hey, why can’t we do this better?” Well, why can’t we? Here’s a PR flashback to Minnesota, from the Department […]
An Economic Stress Test for Greater Minnesota
Minnesota Public Radio decided to put Greater Minnesota through an “economic stress test” this month. We visit several communities that face some of the toughest economic problems to be found in Minnesota, and will test the strength and breadth of an economic recovery. There are many Minnesotas. I thought this was an interesting snapshot of […]
Future of Communities in America's Resurgent Heartland
Blandin webinar with Dr. Delore Zimmerman, Praxis Strategy Group #mnbb09