Burl Gilyard
Medtronic/medtech reporter
MedtechBurl Gilyard is the Star Tribune's medtech reporter.
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Economy
Minnesota hoping to reverse manufacturing job losses after a September slide
While the state posted overall job growth for the third consecutive month, the Department of Employment and Economic Development plans to host in-person and virtual factory tours to spark interest in the industry during October’s Manufacturing Month.
October 17, 2024
Business
Longtime CEO of Minneapolis ad agency Colle McVoy to step down
Christine Fruechte led the advertising firm for 16 years. President Jessica Henrichs will take the helm Jan. 1.
October 16, 2024
Business
Thomson Reuters strikes deal to sell FindLaw business
Thomson Reuters FindLaw sale may affect Minnesota jobs
October 7, 2024
Business
Two small central Minnesota banks merge, increase lending limit to $6.2M
First State Bank of Sauk Centre and Little Falls-based Pine Country Bank have the same owner, Minneapolis-based holding company MidCountry Acquisition.
September 27, 2024
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Small meatpacker in west-central Minnesota will double its output thanks to federal grant
Lakes Community Cooperative in Perham earned more than $500,000 to expand its operations and compete with larger processors like Cargill.
September 25, 2024
Business
Bloomington chipmaker Polar lands more federal funds for its expansion
Another $3 million from the CHIPS and Science Act will help the semiconductor manufacturer upgrade its workforce. This adds to the previously announced $120 million aimed to up domestic production in an industry Asia dominates.
September 24, 2024
Health Care
Hearing aid maker GN moving North American HQ to former Shutterfly space in Shakopee
The relocation will double GN’s space in the Twin Cities.
September 20, 2024
Health Care
Arden Hills-based Intricon’s hearing business acquired by China-based customer
With the sale, the company will strengthen focus on medical device components.
September 20, 2024
Business
Small meatpacker in west-central Minnesota will double its output thanks to federal grant
Lakes Community Cooperative in Perham earned more than $500,000 to expand its operations and compete with larger processors like Cargill.
September 25, 2024
Business
Bloomington chipmaker Polar lands more federal funds for its expansion
Another $3 million from the CHIPS and Science Act will help the semiconductor manufacturer upgrade its workforce. This adds to the previously announced $120 million aimed to up domestic production in an industry Asia dominates.
September 24, 2024
Health Care
Hearing aid maker GN moving North American HQ to former Shutterfly space in Shakopee
The relocation will double GN’s space in the Twin Cities.
September 20, 2024
Health Care
Arden Hills-based Intricon’s hearing business acquired by China-based customer
With the sale, the company will strengthen focus on medical device components.
September 20, 2024