Leadership and Organization
6 Mar 2019
DEED is led by Commissioner Steve Grove.
As commissioner of the state’s principal workforce and economic development agency, Commissioner Grove brings a wealth of private sector and civic experience to the Department of Employment and Economic Development. Originally from Northfield, Minnesota, Commissioner Grove is focused on growing the state’s workforce, closing the opportunity gap and providing businesses with the help they need to grow, stay and thrive.
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With the recent change in the gubernatorial administration, it’s time to look back over the past eight years of the Dayton administration, assess Minnesota’s employment conditions, and see how current conditions compare to those in play during previous administrations.
No single elected state official deserves all the blame or...
Grant Assists Dislocated Herberger’s Workers
Feb 16 2019When the doors of Herberger’s department stores were shuttered across Minnesota last August, it devastated many communities, especially those in rural regions. About 200 workers in the Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment Program (RMCEP) service area lost their jobs.
With a special 18-month grant program, RMCEP has been...
Important Board Announcement
Feb 6 2019There will be a Special Board of Directors meeting, Thursday, February 14th at 10:00 AM.