Statement from Kurt Zellers, CEO, Minnesota Business Partnership On Wednesday, March 4, House Democrats held a press conference focused on affordability, and that's a conversation worth having. Minnesotans are feeling real pressure, and businesses across the state hear that from their employees and communities every day. But affordability isn't solved...
Business community applauds governor’s Executive Order advancing environmental permitting reform
St. Paul, MN (02/13/26) – The Minnesota business community responded on Friday, February 13, to the governor’s executive order advancing environmental permitting reform, calling it a collaborative step that will improve certainty for employers while maintaining Minnesota’s strong environmental standards. “We appreciate the governor signing this executive order to advance...
OPEN LETTER FROM CEOs OF LARGE MINNESOTA BASED COMPANIES + ASSOCIATIONS
Jan 25, 2026 This letter was sent on behalf of more than 60 CEOs of Minnesota-based companies. More organizations continue to be added. Please check below for the most updated signatories. The full text of the letter appears below. The business community in Minnesota prides itself in providing leadership and...
Affordability Is Accessibility
An HQExperience Visit with Blue Cross CEO Dana Erickson on what’s driving healthcare costs, and who pays the price On January 7, legislators gathered at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota’s Eagan headquarters for a candid conversation about healthcare affordability, and why it matters for Minnesota families and businesses....