Last Friday, I shared what an honor it was for me to speak at Ridgewater College’s Willmar Commencement ceremony. My key message was to graduates—and all of us—and focused on
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Southwest Minnesota Business Change and Growth
Recently Bill Blazer, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and Business Development, presented about business change and growth in southwest Minnesota to our Board of Directors. He focused
Hitting the Airwaves
If you tune into a rural Minnesota radio station in the coming weeks and months, chances are good you might hear some familiar Southwest Initiative Foundation voices. I’m excited to
Calling All Snowbirds!
I know the recent cold snap has many of us in Minnesota wishing we were enjoying time in a warmer climate. But I also know a number of Southwest Initiative
Sharing Our Best Stories to Ring in the New Year
It’s hard to believe, but Christmas has come and gone and now the New Year is next. I’ve posted it before, but I want to take this opportunity to share
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
We are so blessed here in southwest Minnesota. I hope you are able to enjoy time with your family and friends during this holiday season. Know that all of us