This is a guide to services and industries in Minnesota.
Although companies are usually listed in the Cities & Towns category that corresponds to the company headquarters or location, those with multiple locations in Minnesota may also be listed here, along with statewide industry associations, organizations, or regulatory agencies. Guides and directories of industries and services in Minnesota may also be listed in this category.
Minnesota's earliest industries were fur trading and agriculture but, although agriculture remains a part of the state's economy, it now employs less than one percent of the population. While Minnesota is the largest grower of sugar beets, sweet corn, and green peas, as well as farm-raised turkeys, greater mechanization has greatly reduced the number of employees required. In large part, the state's agribusiness has changed from production to the processing and manufacturing of value-added food products by companies such as Cargill, General Mills, and Hormel.
Forestry, another early industry in Minnesota, remains strong. Although the amount of forested land in the state has decreased considerably, forest products manufacturing, logging, paper production, and pulpwood processing remains a significant part of the state's economy, albeit on the decline.
Iron ore mining was once a major part of the state's economy. Today, while its stores of pure ore are depleted, taconite mining remains strong, producing about three-fourths of the usable iron ore in the country.
Manufacturing is also important to Minnesota's economy. In particular, boats and outdoor recreational products are produced by several Minnesota companies, such as Arctic Cat, Polaris, the Alumacraft Boat Company, and Lund Boats. Minnesota factories also produce machinery and fabricated metals, flour-mill products, plastics, and processed foods.
Since World War II, the tech industry has been growing rapidly in Minnesota. Tech companies headquartered in Minnesota include Ceridian (Minneapolis), Digi International (Minnetonka), Digital River (Minnetonka), Geek Squad (Richfield), Hutchinson Technology (Hutchinson), Glassbridge Enterprises (Maplewood), IBM Rochester (Rochester), MacSoft (Plymouth), Medtronic (Minneapolis), MTS Systems (Eden Prairie), Stratasys (Eden Prairie), SPS Commerce (Minneapolis), 3M (Maplewood), and hundreds of smaller software companies.
Although Minnesota does not produce petroleum of any type, the Pine Bend Refinery, in Rosemount and Inver Grove Heights, is the largest oil refinery in the country in a state without oil wells. Most of the oil produced by Pine Bend is sold within the state. A significant amount of ethanol alcohol fuel is produced in the state, and Minnesota has a mandate for a 20% mix of ethanol into consumer gasoline, the strongest such requirement in the country.
Law firms, banks and other financial institutions in Minnesota may be listed in this category, or in the appropriate subcategory, if they have multiple locations within the state, and they may also be listed in the appropriate Cities & Towns category for the city in which they are headquartered. Firms and institutions that are largely local or regional in scope should be listed in the city category of their location.
Statewide industry associations and other organizations are appropriate for this category, as are guides or directories of industries or services in Minnesota. These may include statewide employment agencies or employment listings.
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Founded in 1986, and headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, BestMark was one of the first mystery shopping companies established, and the first to gather data online, linking mystery shopping data with other research data. Its approach, quality assurance programs, partnerships and alliances, community involvement, and career opportunities are put forth. Its services and solutions are defined, the industries served are stated, and its reporting and analytics services are outlined.
http://www.bestmark.com/
BlueCross BlueShield Minnesota
BlueCross BlueShield is part of a federation of thirty-six separate US health insurance organizations and companies providing health insurance. Resources are available online for agents, employers, providers, and retail centers. Members may check their coverage, health programs, and discounts, and pay premiums, while others may shop the plans available through the BC-BS Minnesota. A list of approved doctors may be accessed online.
https://www.bluecrossmn.com/
Iron Mining Association of Minnesota
The IMA of Minnesota acts to promote the iron ore industry by cooperating with stakeholders to promote a stable investment environment, responsible environmental stewardship, and a positive public image for the industry, as well as developing educational strategies, expanding its base of support, and promoting proactive involvement in public policy. Membership levels and benefits are stated, and a list of mining companies in Minnesota is featured. A private member login is included.
https://www.taconite.org/
Midwest Manufacturers Association
Serving member manufacturers in northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin, the non-profit organization serves as a center for associations and trade groups involved in manufacturing. The organization and its affiliated are acknowledged, along with its membership levels, benefits, and costs, as well as a member directory and a list of board members. A calendar of events, an introduction to the Hahn Health Plan and Trifac workers compensation fund are included.
http://www.midwestmfg.org/
Representing 95% of the chartered banks and savings and loan associations in Minnesota, the MBA was formed in 1889 and governed by a board of directors, which is acknowledged here, along with its other boards, councils, and committees. Member banks may be found online, and its consulting groups, training room rentals and programs, and an online store are available. Its educational programs, legal and compliance resources, advocacy, and vendor relationships are included.
http://www.minnbankers.com/
MFI member companies include lumber, paper, and wood product companies with a presence in Minnesota. A list of member companies is provided, along with an overview of the state’s forest products, statements on climate change and sustainability, and several informative articles on topics related to forests and forest products. MFI publications may be ordered through the site, and a statistics and research section offers statistics relevant to the industry.
https://www.minnesotaforests.com/
Minnesota High Tech Association
The MHTA is a non-profit science and technology organization comprised of companies of all sizes involved in the technology fields, including information technology, advanced manufacturing, bio and life sciences, energy, and edu-tech fields, as well as educational institutions, organizations, and governmental organization involved in technology. The benefits of membership are outlined, along with workforce data, a calendar of events, and contacts.
https://mhta.org/
Minnesota Milk Producers Association
Organized in 1977, the MMPA is a grassroots membership organization representing the dairy industry of Minnesota, taking action to support or oppose issues impacting its membership, providing programs to further the goals of its membership, and creating opportunities for members to prosper. A larger statement of its goals and objectives is set forth, along with the benefits of membership, a private member area of the site, and a calendar of events.
https://www.mnmilk.org/
The MPA serves member propane marketers and dealers who, in turn, served propane customers. Its board of directors, staff, and a member directory are put forth, along with membership levels and benefits, and membership applications in PDF format. Meeting schedules and a calendar of events are presented, and information about propane Autogas vehicles and propane incentives are registered. A private login for members is included.
https://www.mnpropane.org/
Minnesota Subcontractors Association
A leading association for contractors within the state, the MSA represents companies of all trades and sizes, including union and non-union shops. Founded in 1992, the Association is a non-profit organization representing the construction industry’s contractors and suppliers and is affiliated with the National Subcontractors Alliance. Its board of directors and staff are acknowledged, member benefits are stated, and the organization’s priorities and events are discussed.
https://www.msamn.com/
Minnesota Unemployment Insurance
The Minnesota UI program provides a temporary partial wage replacement for Minnesota workers who have become unemployed through no fault of their own. An annual program summary may be viewed online, and a description of the program is presented for applicants, employers, and agents. including video libraries, informational handbooks, and contacts. Employers and agents may access their accounts, raise issues, or make appeals to decisions.
http://www.uimn.org/
MLT Group provides expert web design & development services to any size business in & around Minnesota.
https://www.mltgroup.com/
Nwservicemaster.com - Fire Restoration
St. Paul fire restoration, smoke & soot removal, & pack-out services done by experienced professionals at NorthWest ServiceMaster.
https://www.nwservicemaster.com/fire-and-smoke-restoration.php
Offering lighting maintenance services to property owners and managers, the company’s services include security lights, pole lights, lighted sign maintenance, retrofitting, and recycling, each of which are highlighted here. Clients may access their accounts and make service requests. Headquartered in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, its coverage area includes all of Minnesota, as well as Iowa, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin..
http://www.reluminate.com/
Rochestercitylines.com - Commuter Bus
Rochester City Lines offers commuter bus service to Rochester MN from a variety of cities throughout Southeast Minnesota.
https://www.rochestercitylines.com/commuter.php
ServiceMaster Superior Duluth Cloquet
Headquartered in Superior, Wisconsin, ServiceMaster SDC is a ServiceMaster affiliate with locations in Superior, as well as in Duluth and Cloquet, Minnesota, from where it serves these communities as well as Hinckley and Moose Lake, Minnesota, and the surrounding region. Its locations, contacts, and appointment policies are set forth, and a description of its disaster restoration, janitorial, and residential services, client testimonials, and a gallery of photographs are provided.
http://www.servicemasterofsdc.com/
