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Machine trade careers are becoming increasingly popular in Central Minnesota, as they offer high earning and growth potential and do not require prior experience. These careers involve operating equipment to make parts of larger objects using materials such as metal, paper, wood, plastics, and stone. They are vital parts of...
Neela Mollgaard, the current director of Launch Minnesota at the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), has been appointed the agency's new Executive Director of Small Business Development, DEED announced today.
In her new position, Mollgaard will lead DEED initiatives to serve Minnesota's small business sector, including entrepreneurs,...
Google Analytics can do wonders for your business. If you have a website for your business and it's not synced with Google Analytics, you're missing out on a lot of data that you could use to drive more conversions, which ultimately will result in more revenue for your business...
Todd County Development Corporation (TCDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit economic development corporation that serves all citizens of Todd County, Minnesota. Originally established in 1990, TCDC operates as a non-profit organization assisting communities and businesses with educational, technical, financial, and site selection services.
Rick Utech, Executive Director of Todd County...
Over the past few years, individuals across the country have been creating new businesses out of their innovative ideas. While these entrepreneurs may be knowledgeable in the areas those ideas center around, they often need guidance in understanding how to start a business. Experts indicate the best first step to...
Danielle loves her career as a plumber and enthusiastically encourages other women to consider the trade as well.
“If you are mechanically inclined or enjoy working with your hands or know a desk job or retail is not for you, give it a try. It might be your new...
St. Paul - Minnesota gained 17,400 jobs in October, up 0.6% from September on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to numbers released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). All of that job growth came in Minnesota's private sector. This is the 13th consecutive month of...
St. Paul - The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced today it has received up to $10 million dollars in federal funding through a Partners for Reentry Opportunities in Workforce Development (PROWD) grant to help incarcerated individuals prepare for and find employment in Minnesota after their release...
Since the pandemic began, the U.S. labor market has seen no shortage of twists and turns—from record-breaking job losses to the Great Resignation. And as 2022 comes to a close, workers are facing an uncertain year yet again.
According to a recent survey of 1,300 CEOs by KPMG, more...
Minnesota is a pro-business climate providing incentives for businesses that form in the state to stimulate economic growth. Entrepreneurs have access to resources and tools to succeed in the areas of Todd County.
Todd County Development Corporation celebrates local entrepreneurs and their accomplishments this November for National Entrepreneurship Month!...
The path to success as an entrepreneur can take many different forms, and no matter what path you choose, difficulties will always exist. It's easy to become a bit of a skeptic when it comes to doing business. The truth is, it's not easy — and it's not for everyone...
Economic growth is the core of a community’s vitality. The ability of businesses to operate and flourish offers jobs for residents, increases financial opportunities, and improves the overall quality of life in an area. But starting and running a business is a challenging endeavor. From the established company to the...
Fixing the Supply Chain with AI and Robotics
Oct 1 2022One of the many lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic was just how fragile the global supply chain is. For decades, much energy has been spent streamlining the supply chain, building efficiencies, and finding low-cost options — but the result has been an increased vulnerability to shutdowns, labor shortages, and...