Greater MSP
The GREATER MSP Partnership is a key resource for business expansion and relocation in the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul region, offering initiatives like the Regional Indicators Dashboard, ConnextMSP, and the MSP Equity Fund.
Services
The GREATER MSP Partnership offers a range of services targeted at businesses looking to expand or relocate in the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul region. Their offerings include tracking critical economic, environmental, and social outcomes through the Regional Indicators Dashboard. Additionally, the GREATER MSP Partnership is involved in strengthening national and global connections through the Regional Air Services Partnership (RASP), which leverages the region’s international airport.
Initiatives for Workforce Diversity
ConnextMSP is an initiative by the GREATER MSP Partnership aimed at ensuring that young Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) are recruited, hired, and supported by employers in the region. This program focuses on creating an inclusive workforce and supporting diversity in hiring practices across the Greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul area.
Innovative Projects and Coalitions
Several innovative projects and coalitions are under the GREATER MSP Partnership umbrella. MBOLD is a coalition dedicated to addressing challenges in food and agriculture, while the Minnesota SAF Hub is the first large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel hub in the Midwest. Projects like the Minnesota MedTech 3.0 plan and the Minnesota CHIPS Coalition are further driving innovation by focusing on med-tech advancements and semiconductor development, respectively.
Economic Impact and Major Projects
GREATER MSP's economic impact is highlighted by major projects like the Meta data center in Rosemount, Minnesota, which is the largest in its history, creating 1,000 construction jobs and employing at least 100 full-time staff. The GREATER MSP Partnership has also played a significant role in making the Greater MSP region a U.S. Tech Hub for medical technology, a designation awarded by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Office Location and Facilities
The GREATER MSP Partnership is headquartered in the Osborn370 Building located in downtown Saint Paul. This strategic location places the organization at the heart of the region, facilitating better accessibility and connectivity with local businesses, stakeholders, and community members.