Head to CoolestThingMN.com to view the complete bracket and vote on the head-to-head matchups! We'll crown the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota at the 2024 Manufacturers' Summit on Oct. 8. Thanks to BMO U.S. for sponsoring this inaugural contest! #CoolestThingMN

TODAY IS THE DAY! The final round of #CoolestThingMN voting closes today, Friday, Oct. 4 at 4:00 p.m.! Cast your final vote for what you think is the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota! CoolestThingMN.com

Here are excerpts from real Minnesota business leaders urging Governor Tim Walz and #mnleg leaders to find a solution that doesn't punish employers or significantly raise taxes on employers and employees.

I’ve been observing #mnleg candidate forums and debates . A common talking point is biz rankings by publications like CBNC’s Top States for Business. Before relying on such rankings, please read my oped and consider honest ways to improve our standing. startribune.com/oversimplified…

Who cares? Chamber members care, as nearly 80% offer leave as part of their customized benefits. Employees should care too. PFML includes a new tax and partial wage replacement. All taxpayers should care. They are on the hook for a bureaucratic state program running leave.

Does open enrollment have you looking for a different employee health insurance solution? Learn how ChamberHealth is the ideal option for small and mid-sized Minnesota businesses. But don't take it from us; hear from Ingrid Christensen of INGCO International on how

The Chamber’s Lauryn Schothorst kicking off our Workplace Compliance Conference! Packed house ready for an informative day on how businesses should comply with new laws and regulations. #mnleg

Today’s Star Tribune editorial speaks to the upcoming MN leg session & the need for bipartisan approaches. Clearly that will be required. We also should be looking for opportunities to reset policies that threaten our economy with a more balanced approach. startribune.com/a-divided-minn…

NOW OPEN: 2025 Leaders Lab applications! mnchamber.com/2025-leaders-l… Leaders Lab is a unique opportunity to engage and develop Minnesota's next generation of business leaders. It will enhance your personal and professional growth, connect you with business leaders statewide, and

Yesterday was one of our favorite days of the year: Our Women in Business #mnleg luncheon! It's a perfect opportunity for Minnesota legislators to hear from business leaders on challenges and opportunities they're facing. THANK YOU to all of the legislators, attendees,

Buckle up: Are you ready? We're ready. Happy first day of the #mnleg session! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at 2025 #SessionPriorities!

We Minnesota Chamber of Commerce are ready for 2025 Session Priorities in St. Paul. We are sold out, with hundreds of business and community leaders gathering with elected officials from #mnleg, Commissioners, and local officials. Working together on the important issues to grow our economy.

Some pre- #SessionPriorities main event fun: our annual issue briefing. This year's guests are Andrew Myers For MN House and Judy Seeberger moderated by Brian Bakst of MPR News! Be sure to check out MPR's Politics Friday podcast to hear some of the conversation!

📺 TUNE IN: Minnesota Chamber Foundation staff are presenting the findings of Streamlining Minnesota’s environmental permitting process: Essential for economic growth in the House Environment and Natural Resources Committee: youtube.com/watch?v=_6sHEE… #mnleg

RELEASE: Doug Loon statement on U.S. District Court judge upholding the First Amendment rights of businesses:

This morning we Minnesota Chamber are at our Annual Manufacturers’ Summit in Minneapolis. Today we celebrate and recognize manufacturers and innovators through the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota Award. Shortly we will award the 2025 Coolest Thing 2025. #coolestthingMN

Congratulations to Polaris Inc. for winning #coolestthingMN at Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Manufacturers’ Summit. Thank you to all innovators in MN and the products nominated. We make COOL products in MN and proud of it! Join us in congratulating manufacturers. The NAM.

Wow, that was fun! Today, we celebrated Manufacturing Month with our annual Manufacturers' Summit and Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota awards! First, congratulations to Polaris Inc. on being named the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota for their MRZR – Military RZR! What an

Today, we're proud to announce the release of our 100th (!!) episode of the Minnesota Business Podcast! THANK YOU to our loyal listeners who power the show that brings you Minnesota's business and political news each week. Click here to listen: mnchamber.com/minnesota-busi…

Since its launch last week, the 2026 Business Benchmarks has been making headlines. If you haven't read the report, click here: mnchamber.com/2026-business-…