Episode 122: U.S. Bank enters a multi-year partnership with the National Football League

The Minnesota Chamber Foundation releases its 2026 permitting scorecard update. U.S. Bank enters a multi-year partnership with the National Football League. Later, Meghan Hughes, Head of Workforce Development, Arts and Heritage at Bank of America, explains why skills-based hiring is key to building and retaining Minnesota's workforce.

Episode 121: The Minnesota Legislature is facing a gridlock with few major bills advancing

U.S. Bank is partnering with Amazon to launch two new credit cards designed for small-business owners. The Minnesota Legislature is facing a gridlock with few major bills advancing. Later, Chamber President Doug Loon lays out the three major tax provisions that will make Minnesota more competitive.

Episode 120: The Minnesota Vikings launch a bid to host the 2028 NFL Draft

The Minnesota Vikings launch a bid to host the 2028 NFL Draft. Governor Walz and the Legislature work to combat fraud. Later, stick around to hear a special segment on two Minnesota powerhouses, DigiKey and Arctic Cat.

Episode 119: Niron Magnetics plans a massive expansion

Niron Magnetics plans a massive expansion. Governor Tim Walz announces his 2026 supplemental budget proposal. Later, the Chamber's Lauryn Schothorst shares key findings from a recent PFML survey conducted by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 118: Legislation banning surveillance pricing threatens to disrupt retailers in Minnesota

Target is reducing prices on thousands of items. Ecolab unveils its largest expansion in the company's history. Later, legislation banning surveillance pricing threatens to disrupt retailers in Minnesota.

Episode 117: The war in Iran's economic impact on U.S. soil

Google is behind a proposed data center in Hermantown. The February budget forecast highlights the need for policies to boost economic growth. Later, the war in Iran's economic impact on U.S. soil.

Episode 116: Xcel Energy will power a new Google data center in Pine Island

Xcel Energy will power a new Google data center in Pine Island. Cirrus continues to lead the U.S. general aviation industry. Later, Chamber President Doug Loon lays out how last month's CEO letter came to be.

Episode 115: The Minnesota Chamber hosts its annual Session Priorities event

The Minnesota Chamber hosts its annual Session Priorities event and lays out the business community's policy priorities. A coalition of major Minnesota companies band together to fight metastatic cancer. Later, a lightning round featuring all four legislative leaders.

Episode 114: The surge of federal agents in Minnesota is expected to come to an end

The surge of federal agents in Minnesota is expected to come to an end. Mayo Clinic receives a $100 million gift from the Marriot Foundation. Later, Minnesota's Paid Family and Medical Leave program sees some fraudulent applications.

Episode 113: A group of Minnesota companies contribute funding for small businesses affected by immigration enforcement

A group of Minnesota companies contribute funding for small businesses affected by immigration enforcement. A frontrunner emerges in the GOP race for governor following precinct caucuses. Later, what factors are leading to a cooling job market?

Episode 112: More than 60 Minnesota CEOs sign an open letter calling for resolve following recent immigration enforcement

More than 60 Minnesota CEOs sign an open letter calling for resolve following recent immigration enforcement. Mortenson and Greiner Construction are selected to lead general contracting work on the planned Minnesota Hockey Hall of Fame. Later, Senator Amy Klobuchar enters the race for Minnesota Governor.

Episode 111: How one Minnesota manufacturer is navigating workforce challenges in the state

Increased immigration enforcement creates uncertainty in the state's construction sector. Michele Tafoya announces her bid for U.S. Senate. Later, hear how one Minnesota manufacturer is navigating workforce challenges in the state.

Episode 110: Federal immigration enforcement activity in the Twin Cities is taking a toll on local businesses

Federal immigration enforcement activity in the Twin Cities is taking a toll on local businesses. Sun Country Airlines and Allegiant propose a $1.5 billion merger. Later, what sector is leading job growth in Minnesota?

Episode 109: Governor Tim Walz announces he will not seek a third term

Delta Air Lines is expanding its premium hospitality footprint beyond the airport. Governor Tim Walz announces he will not seek a third term. Later, what is happening to energy stocks following U.S. plans to take over control of Venezuela's oil reserves?

Episode 108: Governor Tim Walz announces he will not seek a third term

Delta Air Lines is expanding its premium hospitality footprint beyond the airport. Governor Tim Walz announces he will not seek a third term. Later, what is happening to energy stocks following U.S. plans to take over control of Venezuela's oil reserves?

Episode 107: Why are manufacturers struggling to find skilled workers?

Minnesota Power plans a 62-mile transmission line between Grand Rapids and Hermantown. The Republican Party of Minnesota releases results from its first gubernatorial straw poll. Later, why are manufacturers finding it hard to find skilled workers?

Episode 106: Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport completes a two-year expansion of Terminal 1

Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport completes a two-year expansion of Terminal 1. The average wage in the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro holds steady. Later, President and CEO Doug Loon lays out several benefits of services of a Minnesota Chamber membership.

Episode 105: How manufacturers are navigating Paid Family and Medical Leave

Shoppers drive a strong start to the holiday season. Governor Walz is put under a microscope as allegations of statewide fraud increase. Later, Chamber President and CEO Doug Loon is joined by a Minnesota business leader to discuss how the upcoming Paid Family and Medical Leave will affect their business.

Episode 104: The 2026 Business Benchmarks report shows the state trailing in several key indicators

The 2026 Business Benchmarks report shows the state trailing in several key indicators. Hormel hands out thousands of free turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving. Later, the risks of paid family and medical leave ahead of its January 1 launch date.

Episode 103: What small businesses need to know as Paid Family and Medical Leave rapidly approaches

Xcel Energy files plans to expand its clean-energy projects in Minnesota. Home affordability in the Twin Cities continues to decline. Later, what small businesses need to know as Paid Family and Medical Leave rapidly approaches.

Episode 102: Control of the Minnesota State Senate has been decided

Delta Air Lines unveils new uniforms. Control of the Minnesota State Senate has been decided. And later, Doug Loon, President and CEO of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its "economic imperative for growth initiative" and invites you to the upcoming Economic Summit.

Episode 101: What you need to know about Minnesota's fluorescent light ban taking effect in 2026

U.S. Bank is set to become the NFL's official bank. What factors are changing the way Minnesota consumers spend their money? And later, what you need to know about Minnesota's fluorescent light ban taking effect in 2026.

Episode 100: Anxiety grows for employers about the Paid Family and Medical Leave program

Anxiety grows for employers about the Paid Family and Medical Leave program. Enrollment is rising at Minnesota colleges. Later, why are Republicans struggling to find a strong candidate for Minnesota’s open U.S. Senate seat?