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Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce selects Weinhagen as new CEO
The vice president of the St. Paul chamber will start in his new role Oct. 10.
Hy-Vee looks to add an Eden Prairie convenience store
Hy-Vee plans to open a super convenience store in Eden Prairie, an apparent first in the market for the Iowa grocer that is rapidly expanding…
Mortenson selected for Destination Medical Center's Discovery Square
M.A. Mortenson Co. has been chosen as the developer for the research campus of Mayo Clinic’s Destination Medical Center, often called the DMC, in downtown…
Changes at the top for company that built U.S. Bank Stadium
CEO Tom Gunkel ends 34 years at M.A. Mortenson, succeeded by firm veteran Dan Johnson.
Minneapolis creative agency Bolster starts new company to eliminate 'preachy' part of ads
A Minneapolis agency created a production studio to tell stories with short films instead of commercials
General Mills pressures ad agencies to hire more women, minorities, in creative positions
Firm wants ad agency hires to reflect target markets.
Ameriprise office building in Minneapolis sells for $200M
The sale of the 31-story office building in downtown Minneapolis is the largest such transaction in Minnesota this year.
With no takers, funeral home offered for free will be torn down for condo
It’s hard to give away a building when the new owner has to move it. Representatives from Alatus, the developer planning to build a 40-story…
Viewpoint: Bridging the gap between design research and practice
Kelly Munson views herself as a problem solver more than a designer. As one of the creatives at a Minneapolis advertising agency called mono, Munson…
Hundreds get last look at St. Paul Woolworth store before it becomes offices
The store closed in 1994 and the space on the corner of Minnesota Street and 7th Place E. has been vacant since. Its revival is the latest in downtown St. Paul's makeover.
Minneapolis surpasses $1 billion in building permits — again, but faster
It's the fifth straight year Minneapolis passed the $1 billion level in construction permits.
Colle+McVoy launches new Minneapolis design firm
Minneapolis advertising agency Colle+McVoy has spun out a new stand-alone design firm called 10 Thousand Design. Ed Bennett, founder and executive design director of 10 Thousand Design, said it wants to pursue national clients and work on larger-scale assignments that had been difficult to attract as part of an ad agency.
Minnesota attorney general sues Jamaican company for 'phantom' debt calls
Company made up debts and then bullied people with phone calls, state says.
Fallon moves on after co-founder's death, but Mpls. ad agency can't quite let go
The Minneapolis advertising agency is celebrating its 35th anniversary but also still mourning Pat Fallon, who died in November at age 70.
Minneapolis staff recommends Sherman proposal for Mill District site
There's now a plan for the last piece of vacant land along Washington Avenue.
New owner of France Av. office park in Edina plans $100 million overhaul
In the 60 years since Southdale Center was built on Edina farmland, becoming the nation’s first indoor mall, more shopping projects were built on its…
Capella Education to stay in namesake tower in downtown Minneapolis
The for-profit education firm will reduce its space by about 17 percent.
Fifth Street Towers in downtown Mpls. begin overhaul costing millions
The almost-twin tower complex in downtown Minneapolis is about to embark on a multimillion-dollar renovation, its largest makeover, in hopes of attracting new tenants and shedding a look that screams 1980s.
Construction activity levels off in Twin Cities
A quarterly Construction Cost Index report released this week by Mortenson Construction shows that construction costs have grown at a normal rate while construction employment numbers have stalled.
Vikings select architect and construction company for Eagan headquarters
The Minnesota Vikings selected Crawford Architects and Kraus-Anderson Construction Co. to design and build their new headquarters and practice facility in Eagan. Work began earlier…
Hilton Minneapolis, biggest hotel in Minnesota, sells for $143 million
The buyer wasn't disclosed but appears to be a Chicago investment firm.
Former Rainbow site in south Minneapolis to be redeveloped
Longfellow center is likely to get a new tenant mix.
Treasure Island breaks ground on $86 million resort renovation
"Very high" room demand sparked upgrades, expansion.
Surly expanding fermentation space to brew more beer
The company is doubling its production capacity as sales grow outside Minnesota.
New brewery, taproom coming to northeast Minneapolis
A new brewery is moving into the Miller Textile building in northeast Minneapolis. HeadFlyer Brewing will open its taproom and brewery in a 9,435 square-foot…
New Minneapolis Wells Fargo towers showcase change, history
The company's two East Town towers are unveiled as part of a $300 million project helping to transform downtown.
Dubbs & O'Meara selected to handle media for 2018 Super Bowl
Plymouth-based agency will handle promotion for nongame events .
Twin Cities businesses try to catch Pokémon Go players
Firms want to capitalize on the mobile game's popularity.
CBRE report ranks Minneapolis highly as a lure of tech talent
Minneapolis improves its standing as a market able to draw tech talent Minneapolis is getting a few steps closer to becoming a true tech hub,…
Office tower atop parking garage next to Vikings stadium will be 17 stories
The building is one of the final steps in Ryan's makeover of five blocks next to the stadium.
Obituary: Accountant Dan Ness was a civic leader with a pun at hand in Alexandria
For a numbers guy, Harold Daniel Ness had a lively sense of humor. Never one to turn down the opportunity to share a pun, Ness,…
The Big Know is part online learning and part branding
In another GoKart Labs spinoff, The Big Know helps with connection to consumers
General Mills goes digital for marketing for new cereal Tiny Toast
The company's newest brand, Tiny Toast, targets youths via social media.
With more projects and boutiques, marketing freelancers flourish in Twin Cities
Freelancers are in high demand by marketing agencies in the Twin Cities as a way to add breadth to a team without the financial overhead that full-time staff would cost.
Clear Channel takes over advertising at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport will start to look a little more like Times Square as a new advertising agency remakes it with video walls and more illuminated displays. Media firm Clear Channel Airports won a contract for all advertising at the airport for the next 10 years.
Toms Shoes will open store at Mall of America
Toms Shoes has gotten its foot in the door in Minnesota, with its first local store slated to open in the Mall of America in time for the holiday season.
Minneapolis brand agency Modern Climate acquired by Clear Night Group
Clear Night Group has purchased Minneapolis brand agency Modern Climate, the fourth acquisition by the St. Paul-based holding company to create what it calls a…
Small Top Workplaces winners feel their strength is making employees feel like they matter
Small company managers focus on creating an environment where people want to come to work.
Twin Cities ad industry struggling to increase diversity in ranks
The BrandLab is trying to pick up the pace by doubling percentage of minorities by 2017.
Office tower latest plan for site near U.S. Bank stadium
Ryan Cos. plans a 17-story office building at Downtown East site.
Two proposals submitted for vacant Mill District property
Two developers submitted proposals for a city-owned parcel in the Mill District of downtown Minneapolis, with both pushing for mixed-use development complete with housing, restaurant…
Twin Cities-created Mytasca helps companies focus college recruitment efforts
Campus Media Group's software helps businesses get a foot in the door with college graduates as they try to attract the best talent.
Minnesota attorney general sues magazine company for deceptive sales
Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson says company posed as existing magazine providers and enrolled customers in expensive packages.
GroupM launches local agency Team Arrow Partners for Target account
"Team Arrow" will assist retailer in media buying and planning.
Jones Day opens law office in Minneapolis
It's the 18th location in the U.S. and 44th worldwide for the giant firm.
MPR journalists vote in favor of union representation
Reporters and editors decided to join Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
Donaldson beats Wall Street expectations in latest results
The profit gain came despite pressure on sales.
PadillaCRT targets food and beverage industry with acquisition of FoodMinds
With FoodMinds, Mpls. PR firm broadens expertise in the sector.
Uber-like moving service Bellhops is booming in Twin Cities, seeking workers
National Uber-like company says it needs more movers.
3M wins patent infringement lawsuit against German dental firm
A German dental firm faces an injunction in 3M lawsuit.
Former Voyager Bank CEO Timothy Owens sentenced to 18 months in federal prison
The Wayzata man had pleaded guilty to charges of obstructing an investigation.
Supervalu takes another step in possible Save-A-Lot spin-off
The Eden Prairie-based grocery retailer has renegotiated its loan agreement.
Arctic Cat making it snow all the time with its virtual reality ride
A new virtual reality ride enables Arctic Cat to market its products year round — whether rain, snow or shine.
Hormel buys organic snacks maker Justin's LLC
The company also reported a 20 percent jump in profits in the latest quarter.
Reporter who wrote about Target breach says well-trained staff is best defense against cyberattacks
The only thing standing between a Fortune 500 company and a multimillion-dollar data breach is most likely not a malware detection tool or some other…
Health care changes keep Minnesota lawyers busy
Companies are enlisting law firms to help them navigate reform and privacy issues.
Arctic Cat's losses narrow in fourth quarter
The $16.9 million dip was less than last year's fourth quarter, but it still missed expectations.
Minnesota newlyweds travel the country in yearlong road trip with camping trailer
A couple tows a travel trailer on a cross-country adventure, blogging all the way.
Carlson Wagonlit moves forward under new leadership
The travel management division, now Carlson Cos.' sole corporate business, is moving forward under a new chief executive.
War for talent: Twin Cities accounting firms face mounting competition for workers
First comes tax season, then it's recruitment and retention time.
Viewpoint: Q&A with Peterson Milla Hooks' David Denham
David Denham wants to create "want" as the new president of Minneapolis independent creative agency Peterson Milla Hooks.
Carlson Cos. move to sell hotel business reflects the era in the industry
Sale of hotels business accepts the reality of a more competitive and consolidating industry.
Maurices' new HQ is top downtown development in Duluth's history
The $80 million building is the biggest downtown development in the city's history.
Social media responses to Prince's death spark debate in local marketing community
Companies' social media tributes to Prince spark debate in the marketing community.
Minnesota college students create anti-extremism marketing campaign as part of class
Students in Detroit Lakes designed the plan as part of a national project.
Star Tribune Media investing $5 million in press system upgrade at Minneapolis plant
The Heritage plant in Minneapolis will get new electronic control system.
Whistleblower lawsuit accuses Minn. Commerce Department chief of staff of sexual harassment
Timothy Vande Hey claims he was sexually harassed at work at the state Department of Commerce.
Target to move media business from Haworth to GroupM
GroupM would get Target business, but Haworth could get a Wal-Mart account.
Clear Night Group acquires Minneapolis marketing firm Ackmann and Dickenson
Part of Evening Post Industries, CNG is planning to build a network of marketing agencies.
Summit tackles the new reality of the advertising and marketing fields
A "convergence summit" examined the new realities of business communications
No fooling: Caribou, Uber partner for skyway pedicab service in Mpls.
Many dismissed it as an April Fool's prank, until the pedicabs started roaming the skyways for the day.
Tesla unveils Model 3, and customers were ready
Lines formed at the Eden Prairie dealership in order to reserve the affordable new model.
Obituary: Appliance store owner A.C. Carlson loved people, never gave up
Alton Carroll "A.C." Carlson was not one to give up.After an arsonist in 1982 burned down his appliance and furniture store in Crystal, he put…
The lessons of the shakeup at Mithun ad agency
The loss of the Mithun brand is a lesson in adjusting to challenges of today's marketplace.
Periscope selects ad industry veteran Peter Nicholson as chief creative officer
The advertising agency selected a heavy hitter for the new position.
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