Burl Gilyard
Medtronic/medtech reporter
MedtechBurl Gilyard is the Star Tribune's medtech reporter.
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Business
Medtronic scores FDA approvals for several new therapies to drive sales
Company has little competition in some emerging markets
September 14, 2024
Business
Czech company again ups its offer for piece of Anoka’s Vista Outdoor
This time, the CSG group said it would make a $150 million investment in Vista’s outdoor products business in addition to buying the ammunition group.
September 13, 2024
Business
Minneapolis Regional Chamber taps veteran PR, nonprofit professional as interim director
Mike Logan, who now runs a consultancy, was head of the nonprofit in charge of the Twin Cities marathon. The Chamber’s former CEO, Jonathan Weinhagen, abruptly resigned in June.
September 12, 2024
Health Care
Two med-tech companies explore going public, which would end an IPO drought for Minnesota
There have been no initial public offerings in the state since 2021, but Anteris and Medical 21 could change that.
September 12, 2024
Business
New CEO takes helm at Mortenson amid construction industry challenges
The firm has national reputation in building sports stadiums, hospitals, university buildings and more.
September 10, 2024
Business
Millennium Hotel in downtown Minneapolis temporarily lays off workers for renovation
Staffers, everyone from housekeepers to bartenders, will be out of work for several months.
September 5, 2024
Business
Minnesota AG Ellison warns 5,000 companies to stop selling tobacco products marketed to kids
Attorney general says the unauthorized products, some of which are candy- and fruit-flavored, violate laws and could be more attractive to children.
September 3, 2024
Health Care
Medtronic growth restrained as some business plans remain in limbo
Approvals are still needed for the Hugo robotic surgery system and Affera technology.
August 20, 2024
Business
New CEO takes helm at Mortenson amid construction industry challenges
The firm has national reputation in building sports stadiums, hospitals, university buildings and more.
September 10, 2024
Business
Millennium Hotel in downtown Minneapolis temporarily lays off workers for renovation
Staffers, everyone from housekeepers to bartenders, will be out of work for several months.
September 5, 2024
Business
Minnesota AG Ellison warns 5,000 companies to stop selling tobacco products marketed to kids
Attorney general says the unauthorized products, some of which are candy- and fruit-flavored, violate laws and could be more attractive to children.
September 3, 2024
Health Care
Medtronic growth restrained as some business plans remain in limbo
Approvals are still needed for the Hugo robotic surgery system and Affera technology.
August 20, 2024