The new edition of Minnesota: Thriving in the North spells out the benefits of doing business here. It highlights the state’s inviting business climate, innovative atmosphere and world-class workforce.

The publication, available in both print and digital versions, is part of DEED’s ongoing work to promote the state’s advantages for business investment and expansion, as well as its culture of innovation and quality of life.

Featured articles in the 2018-’19 edition include:

• "Where Problem-Solvers Unite: Interconnected Industries"
• "Startup Hotspot: Entrepreneurship & Innovation"
• "Innovation Engine: Medical Technology & Bioscience"
• "Banking on Minnesota: Banking, Finance and Insurance"

“Small Towns, Big Opportunities: Community Profiles” (page 34) highlights how large companies have flourished in small towns across the state. You’ll also find articles about international trade and investment in Minnesota; profiles of business sectors such as advanced manufacturing, food processing, water technology, energy and utilities, IT and more.

You can read about Minnesota’s workforce, education and infrastructure – all key to a healthy business climate – and the state’s quality-of-life amenities such as our sports and recreational areas.

Minnesota: Thriving in the North is published by Conway Custom Content in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). It is supported by businesses and economic development organizations across the state.

Conway also publishes Site Selection magazine and operates siteselection.com, a national website for site selectors, corporate relocation professionals and business decision-makers.

For more information about doing business in Minnesota, contact Economic.Development@state.mn.us; 651-259-7432; or visit CompareMN.com.

If you have questions or feedback about Minnesota: Thriving in the North, please contact Stephanie Shaw at DEED, stephanie.shaw@state.mn.us.