The Minnesota Business Partnership today announced the launch of its new “HQExperience” program, a coordinated initiative that connects legislators directly with Minnesota’s headquarters companies to demonstrate how policy decisions translate into economic impact. The program kicked off Monday, September 15 with a hosted visit to Great River Energy's Maple Grove...
Minnesota Business Partnership CEO Kurt Zellers’ Op Ed – Star Tribune
This Op Ed was published in the Star Tribune on July 28, 2025. Below is a copy of the piece. Opinion | Minnesota’s NYSE moment was more than pageantry — it was a wake-up call The state’s business culture is unique, and keeping it requires smart action. By Kurt Zellers...
America’s Headquarters Economy Hosts NYSE Bell Ringing
Historical first for Minnesota recognizes the talent and innovation required for state to stay competitive as a region Minneapolis, MN – Today, the Minnesota Business Partnership, an organization of more than 100 CEOs and senior executives of Minnesota’s largest employers, hosted a remote opening bell ringing of the New York Stock...
Statement from Minnesota Business Partnership CEO Kurt Zellers
Kurt Zellers, CEO of the Minnesota Business Partnership, released the following statement: “We are horrified and without words about today's tragic news. Speaker emeritus Hortman was one of Minnesota's great public servants and leaders and we are heartbroken at the loss of her and her husband Mark. Our deepest sympathies...