Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

Its mission includes supporting the economic success of individuals, businesses, and communities by improving opportunities for growth.

Additionally, BCD helps Minnesota communities with financing infrastructure projects.

[3] The Workforce Development Division works with local and statewide partners to provide training and support to unemployed and dislocated workers, and financial assistance for businesses seeking to upgrade the skills of their workforce.

[3] The Communications, Analysis and Research Division coordinates DEED’s information resources and provides centralized services in the areas of communications, marketing, publications, economic analysis, and labor market and other research.

The division also implements the state branding program—Positively Minnesota—in partnership with business, industry, education, and governmental organizations.