Category: Business

Business Development
The Fastest Growing Cities in MN

The Census Bureau released their 2015 population statistics for Minnesota cities. From 2014 to 2015, of the 852 Incorporated Jurisdictions (cities) in Minnesota, 316 had positive population growth, 152 stayed the same, and 384 lost population.

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Minneapolis Fed Writes Article Featuring Greater Mankato

A few months ago, a representative from the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank visited Greater Mankato and met with several business and community leaders on the state of the community. The result is a great community profile that was just published in their fedgazette. The article,

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Must Read: New Overtime Rules

Today the U.S. Department of Labor will finalize changes to rules on overtime pay for exempt “white collar” salaried workers. Currently, the salary threshold for overtime eligibility for exempt “white collar” salaried workers is $23,660 per year ($455/week). The new rule will require overtime pay

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Looking for Great Local Government Candidates

Like it or not, for good or bad, local government has a big impact on businesses in Greater Mankato and indeed, our overall community. Luckily, we have a strong tradition of well-run, financially-strong, clean local governments that have been a great asset. But this didn’t

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Sharing Your News

Is your business or organization making headlines? Are your employees being recognized with certifications or promotions? Share the fantastic news with all of our website visitors! Greater Mankato Growth (GMG) members have the opportunity to post business and employee news releases and articles on greatermankato.com.

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Community & State Ratings Survey

Greater Mankato Growth’s Business Retention and Expansion visits are a part of a larger statewide program.  Grow Minnesota! — the statewide business retention and assistance program hosted by the Minnesota Chamber in partnership with 76 local chambers and economic development organizations — is excited to

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Forget sheepskins; go for the skill

This 10-minute video, “Success in the New Economy”, makes the compelling argument that in today’s job market, future graduates need to take a look at all opportunities not just a 4-year degree which is no longer the guaranteed ticket to career success. https://youtu.be/zs6nQpVI164

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$50K grant helps small biz on pollution

If your business deals with volatile organic compounds or VOC the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has an offer for you. But you have to act before May 11. The MPCA is offering grants up to $50,000 to small businesses to reduce their VOC emissions and it

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Serve on Mankato’s Planning Commission

The City of Mankato is seeking citizens to serve on the Planning Commission. This is an excellent opportunity for a member of our business community to get involved in the community. You can learn more about this position and how to apply by reviewing the press

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Bus Service from Mankato to Twin Cities

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is currently studying the viability of launching intercity bus service between Greater Mankato and Minneapolis/St. Paul. To help determine the level of usage and type of users of this service, MnDOT is asking residents to participate in a brief survey.

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