Starbucks Broadens Efforts to Advance Racial and Social Equity on behalf of Partners and Communities
Today, Starbucks shared a series of updates on programs and initiatives focused on advancing racial and social equity on behalf of its partners (employees) and communities. Of note, Starbucks will issue the first round of funding ($21 million) to seven Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)to support small business growth and community development projects in BIPOC communities in 12 U.S. metros and their surroundings areas. This builds on our announcement last year to create a national
Report finds Mpls generates 3.5 times more in tax revenue to the state than it receives in state aid
Minneapolis, Minn. — A new report shows the businesses and residents of Minneapolis pay significantly more to the State of Minnesota in taxes than they receive back in state aids. The report, compiled by local research firm MacCallum Ross for the Minneapolis Regional Chamber, found a negative balance of payments for Minneapolis, indicating greater payment to the State in taxes than is received back in state funded aids. In 2017, Minneapolis had a balance of payments of -$1.43 billion, having paid out $1.97
Business, Labor & Community Organizations Launch A New 612
Minneapolis, Minn. — A broad-based coalition of business, labor, and community organizations today launched A New 612 – an initiative designed to position Minneapolis for a brighter future. The effort will focus on rebuilding Minneapolis as a safer, stronger, more equitable, and more inclusive place. Leaders of the initiative said they will seek pragmatic solutions, open dialogue, and good government to tackle Minneapolis’ most challenging problems. “A successful Twin Cities and Minnesota needs a
Angie Whitcomb Joins Chamber at Executive Vice President
Minneapolis, Minn. — The Minneapolis Regional Chamber announces that experienced business advocate and Chamber of Commerce leader Angie Whitcomb will be joining the Minneapolis Regional Chamber in January as Executive Vice President. Whitcomb is currently President & CEO of the Shakopee Chamber & Visitors Bureau, a position she has held since 2010. In that role, Whitcomb transformed the organization into a strong advocacy partner with more than 300 members, representing over 2,000 companies and 25,000
Hennepin County & Minneapolis Regional Chamber Launch Elevate Business HC to Spur Economic Growth
Minneapolis, Minn. — Today Hennepin County and the Minneapolis Regional Chamber announce the launch of Elevate Business HC, a public-private initiative offering pro-bono services to businesses located in Hennepin County. “I’m excited about this opportunity to support small and medium-sized businesses in Hennepin County working in partnership with the Minneapolis Regional Chamber,” said Hennepin County Board Chair Commissioner Marion Greene, District 3. “Small businesses bring
Jonathan Weinhagen Named President and CEO of Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce
MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 22 – Jonathan Weinhagen has been named President and CEO of the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce by the organization’s board of directors effective Oct. 10. His appointment follows a comprehensive search following the June 30 retirement of president and CEO Todd Klingel. Weinhagen was most recently vice president of the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce, a position he has held since 2014. He joined the Chamber in 2010 and was a key part of the team that helped turn around
