Invest resources to foster vibrant growth and economic prosperity in northeastern Minnesota.
Enhance livable communities.
Maximize collaborations and partnerships.
Strengthen businesses and worker education.
Vision
Long-term economic growth increases the well-being of all people in northeastern Minnesota.
Guiding Principles
Servant Leadership: We believe a servant-leader is servant first and we focus on what we can do for others.
People: We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are.
Commitment: We are committed to providing great service that impacts lives.
Empowerment: We encourage employees to take initiative, engage in continuous improvement and give their best.
Collaboration: We seek out and promote diverse alliances because we value other’s knowledge, opinions and abilities and together we can more effectively address the issues that face our region.
Equity: We strive toward equity and our intention is that our partners, strategies and investments reflect this
Goals
Communities invest in their foundational, business and social assets to ensure quality of life.
Businesses invest in northeastern Minnesota.
Workers have the education and training to meet business needs.