Partnership Overview

This public-private partnership works together to develop a broad-based marketing initiative to promote Minnesota and its business economy at local, regional, and national venues.

Partnership members are eager to help your business with its growth, expansion, and retention needs.

As a Minnesota marketing partner, you can leverage your marketing dollars and help increase Minnesota's visibility to site selectors and corporate real estate managers statewide, regionally and nationally.

You also increase your community's, organization's, or region's visibility by participating as a sponsor in the various events and activities offered throughout the year.

By attending the quarterly meetings and voicing your opinion, you can help shape Minnesota marketing efforts to promote Minnesota's economic development.

If you are unable to actively participate in events or the quarterly meetings, your support is an extremely important part of ensuring Minnesota's marketing efforts continue.

Partners

Whether you're considering a business expansion or relocation or are just looking for more ways to market your Minnesota-based company, the Minnesota Marketing Partnership is available to answer your questions.

Staff can help provide detailed information about Minnesota's business climate and put you in contact with appropriate partners. They can also arrange for you to meet our partners at industry and economic development conferences nationwide.

Contact the Minnesota Marketing Partnership at 651-259-7169 or email us today.

Get to Know Our Partners

The Minnesota Marketing Partnership members bring a wide variety of professional expertise to the table. From business and industry to state and local government, they cover all the bases. Select the links below to learn more about our partners.

Community Economic Development Organizations

• Albert Lea Economic Development Agency
• Brainerd Lakes Area Development Corporation
• Community and Economic Development Associates
• Community Development of Morrison County
• Crookston Housing & Economic Development Authority
• Development Corporation of Austin
• Fergus Falls Economic Improvement Commission
• Greater Mankato Growth
• Koochiching Economic Development Authority
• Owatonna Partners for Economic Development
• Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc.
• Sherburne County
• Southwest Initiative Foundation

Regional Economic Development Organizations

• APEX
• Bioeconomy Coalition of Minnesota
• GPS 45:93
• Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corp.
• Greater Metropolitan Area Foreign Trade Zone Commission
• Greater MSP
• Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation
• Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board
• Kandiyohi County & Willmar Economic Development Commission
• SW ED Pros
• The Northspan Group Inc.

City, County, and State Governments

• Becker, City of
• Big Lake, City of
• Burnsville, City of
• Coon Rapids, City of
• Duluth, City of
• East Grand Forks, City of
• Elk River, City of
• Fairmont, City of
• Faribault, City of
• Farmington, City of
• Hastings, City of
• Lakeville, City of
• Lonsdale Economic Development Authority, City of
• Rosemount, City of
• Shakopee, City of

Port Authorities

• Red Wing Port Authority

Private Businesses

• Cooperative Network Services
• Dunham Associates, Inc.
• IronGate Data Centers
• Michaud Cooley Erickson
• WSB & Associates, Inc.

Professional Membership Organizations

• Economic Development Association of Minnesota (EDAM)

Utilities

• Connexus Energy
• Dakota Electric
• Great River Energy
• Minnesota Power
• Xcel Energy

Join Us

Here are just a few of the many benefits of joining the Minnesota Marketing Partnership.

Influence Minnesota's economic development marketing strategy

• Attend Minnesota Marketing Partnership meetings
• Participate in special projects and task forces
• Access Minnesota Marketing Partnership Executive Committee members who determine strategy

Increase your organization's visibility

• Attend, exhibit, and network at highly selective trade shows and conferences
• Meet decision-makers at small, private dinners and receptions
• Build long-term relationships attending a wide variety of Minnesota Marketing Partnership events
• Claim one of four free monthly passes to CoreNet Global Midwest Chapter meeting

Incorporate Minnesota Marketing into your local and regional marketing

• Customize your marketing efforts based on local and regional marketing goals and budget
• Co-brand local and regional marketing with the Minnesota Marketing Partnership brand
• Access collateral, research materials, and giveaways (free or reduced rate to Minnesota Marketing Partnership partners)

Join the Minnesota Marketing Partnership     

To get started, complete the online Minnesota Marketing Partnership application.

The Minnesota Marketing Partnership is an annual membership effective January 1 - December 31 of each calendar year. You may pay the $625 membership feel online with a credit card or by check.

For More Information  

Email MN Marketing Partnership.