Episode 05: Minnesota's economy 101

Get to know Minnesota's economy

Laura Kalambokidis, Ph. D., is an Extension Economist, Professor of Applied Economics at University of Minnesota, and Minnesota's State Economist. She joins us for this episode of Vital Connections on Air to help us learn more about Minnesota's global economy.

She shares that our economy continues to grow and is supported by a strong and dedicated workforce. She also gives insights into things happening in our economy that are creating challenges for employers and communities around the state.

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Episode host(s)

• Christy Kallevig, Extension educator
  University of Minnesota Extension, Center for Community Vitality

Guest(s)

• Laura Kalambokidis, Ph. D.
  • Extension Economist, Professor of Applied Economics
    University of Minnesota
  • Minnesota State Economist
    Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB)

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Episode 6: Minnesota's workforce

Resources

• Use the Community Vitality page as your go-to resource for help in your community work.
• Get informed about the economic pictures of Greater Minnesota and the 16-county economic region of the Twin Cities.
• Find Extension programs that can help you and others understand your community's economic picture.

Learn more

Read our blog by guest blogger, Brigid Tuck, to learn more about Minnesota's economic picture.