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Minnesota Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener
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Steven Hogg and Governor Tim Walz   [ST. PAUL, MN] –- November 5th, 2022 —  Governor Tim Walz celebrated the 20th annual Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener and opened the 2022 firearm deer season at the Three Rivers Park District. Governor Walz hunted alongside Three Rivers Park District wildlife supervisor Steven Hogg. “This event has a well-earned place among our state’s traditions because of its focus on community, conservation, and the multi-million

Rochester Author Releases Biography of Hall-of-Famer Frank Grant
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Just Published!  Biography of Best Black Baseball Player of the 1800s, Hall-of-Famer Frank Grant  (Rochester, MN) — November 9th, 2022 — A newly published baseball book is the first full-length biography of Frank Grant, a Black player voted into the Hall of Fame in 2006, who is widely considered the best Black player of the 1800s.  Grant challenged baseball’s color barrier in the 1880s to play for several top professional teams that

International XP Medical Conference
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(Minneapolis, MN) — November 9th, 2022 — This week, the Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) Family Support Group will be hosting families from all over the world at their XP Medical Conference in Minnesota. Xeroderma Pigmentosum is a rare inherited disease affecting both males and females. It causes a person to be extremely sensitive to the damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation. Undiagnosed and untreated, Xeroderma Pigmentosum can lead to the early onset

Research Immersive Scholastic Experience in Biology
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(Mankato, MN) — November 8th, 2022 —  Five Minnesota State University, Mankato faculty members were recently awarded a six-year, $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to fund student scholarships and maintain the University’s Research Immersive Scholastic Experience in Biology (RISEbio) program. Over its six-year duration, the grant will fund scholarships to 24 unique full or part-time students who are pursuing bachelor’s degrees in biology and biochemistry. A project abstract says

Fraser Expands Autism Services
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  We understand how important early intervention is for children with autism. That’s why we’re expanding outside the Twin Cities Metro, so more children get the help they need, when they need it.”    — Rachel Gardner, Director of Fraser Autism Center of Excellence     (St Cloud, MN) — November 8, 2022 — One in thirty-six 8-year-old children in Minnesota is now diagnosed with autism, according to the CDC.

Arctic Wolf
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  (Eden Prairie, MN) — Nov. 07, 2022 — Arctic Wolf®, a leader in security operations, has been named to CNBC’s 2022 Top Startups for the Enterprise list. This list identifies twenty-five innovative private companies with developing the latest technology and ideas that are uniquely suited to meet the needs of large enterprise organizations. With cybersecurity remaining a top challenge for organizations of all sizes, Arctic Wolf has pioneered a

Valéria Piccoli
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(Minneapolis, MN) — November 7th, 2022 — The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) announced that Valéria Piccoli, Ph.D., will join the museum in the new role of Ken and Linda Cutler Chair of the Arts of the Americas and Curator of Latin American Art, following an extensive, global search. Piccoli comes to Mia from Pinacoteca de São Paulo, Brazil, where she has been chief curator since 2012, curating exhibitions such

Courage is Asking for Help
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(New Ulm/Sleepy Eye, MN) — November 7th, 2022 — Boots. A coat. Gloves and a hat. Clothing items most Minnesotans take for granted as the temps start to drop. Not the case for disabled Minnesota Veteran Rudy Ruiz, a member of Disabled American Veteran Department of Minnesota (DAV MN) Chapter 15 in New Ulm. Ruiz, who served in the Minnesota Army National Guard from 2001 through 2014, is battling cancer.

Cooperative Ventures Sabanto
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(St Paul, MN and Bloomington, Ill.)  — Nov. 4, 2022  — Cooperative Ventures, a venture capital fund formed by North America’s leading agricultural cooperatives, today announced its first investment in Sabanto, a hardware and software company on the forefront of developing autonomous capabilities in tractors. Sabanto, founded in 2018, is deploying fully-autonomous machinery performing row crop field operations throughout the U.S. “We’re very enthusiastic about the strategic benefits presented by the

Music in the Clouds
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  We are excited to announce the release of this one hour American musical, “Music in The Clouds.”     — James Gutzman, CEO, Melody Bay Productions, LLC     (Twin Cities, MN)  — November 4, 2022  — MELODY BAY PRODUCTIONS, L.L.C., announces the release of the new one hour original American musical: “Music in the Clouds.”This is a fun-loving story of students returning for fall semester. Romance is in the

Parkinson's Product Aid, Toothbrush Pillow Demonstrated At Minnesota Assistive Technology Program
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      (St Paul, MN) —  November 4, 2022  — Minnesota ‘s System of Technology to Achieve Results (STAR) lending library of tools, devices, and assistive technology services for persons with physical or neurological impairments, is expanding in a small way. The latest addition to the device demonstration is the Toothbrush Pillow, a small countertop HSA & FSA medical device that balances a toothbrush in the horizontal position with

Midwest Roof and Solar
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  Getting recognized for our team’s hard work this season helping homeowners remedy hail damage and fighting for them with their insurance companies feels great.”     — Andrew Tsakalakis   (Minneapolis, MN) —  November 4, 2022  — Midwest Roof & Solar has been awarded the 2022 Best of St Louis Park Award in the Roofing Contractor category for recognition of excellence in roofing for the Minneapolis and St. Paul Areas.

Parsec Lab's Free Discovery Tool
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  (Minneapolis, MN) —  Nov. 07, 2022 — Originally designed for massive enterprises but now accessible to everybody as of Oct. 19, 2022, is Parsec Lab’s Free Discovery Tool. The tool is the first tier of products for the innovative new company. The Free Discovery Tool can scan tens of thousands of files per second and build a detailed report on the total number of files, total number of directories,

MELODY BAY PRODUCTIONS, L.L.C., announces release of “PEOPLE R READY-The Musical”
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    The New Original American Musical (Twin Cities, MN) — November 3, 2022  — MELODY BAY PRODUCTIONS, L.L.C., is excited to announce the release of the new original American musical: “PEOPLE R READY-The Musical.” This is a fun-loving story of students returning for fall semester. Romance is in the air and so is the excitement of making new friends, catching up on lost time and preparing for the Drama

New Book Offers Tools for Veterans Struggling with Substance Use and Chronic Pain
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  Hazelden Publishing’s “End Your Covert Mission” helps veterans explore and find a path to recovery (Center City, MN) — November 3, 2022  — The unique experiences of America’s 19 million military veterans contribute to a constellation of challenges, with more than 30% reporting mental health concerns such as PSTD, 28% reporting moderate to high levels of daily pain, and more than 10% reporting substance use disorders, according to the

LoCorr Funds
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  (Minneapolis, MN) —  Nov. 04, 2022 — LoCorr Funds, a leader in low-correlating alternative investments, today announced that it was ranked as the 17th fastest-growing private company in the Twin Cities metro area by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal at its Fast 50 Awards reception on October 27, 2022. The 2022 Fast 50 have combined 2021 revenue of more than $1.47 billion and employ around 9,800 people. Their average

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®
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(Willmar, MN) — Nov. 3, 2022 — The makers of the JENNIE-O® turkey brand – the category leader of ground turkey products and a trusted brand for turkey products around the world – announced the return of The Big Turkey Spectacular float in the 96th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. During the famous holiday event, the Jennie-O float will be glamorously displayed to parade attendees along with millions of viewers nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 24.

Disease-Resistant Grapes
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(Minneapolis/St Paul, MN) — 10/07/2022 — A University of Minnesota-led team of researchers received the first round of funding from a $10 million grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to follow up on their work with VitisGen2, a multi-disciplinary, collaborative project focused on cultivating disease-resistant grapes that can be grown sustainably with reduced pesticide and fossil fuel use. The team is made up of researchers from 13

Post-it® App for Microsoft Teams
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(Minnesota) — Nov 2nd, 2022 — The shift to hybrid work just became easier. Thanks to a recent co-innovation between 3M and Microsoft, the new Post-it® App for Microsoft Teams allows users to generate and organize ideas with the power of a digital whiteboard tool. With many great ideas starting as thoughts written on a Post-it® Note, the Post-it® App for Teams takes it one-step further, bridging the gap between

Solifi named among great places to work list by The Secured Lender
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  (Minneapolis, MN) —  November 1, 2022  — Solifi™, a global fintech software partner for secured finance, announced The Secured Lender named Solifi to its inaugural 2022 Great Places to Work list. This recognition is testament to Solifi’s commitment in attracting and retaining talent through a range of initiatives, including an entrepreneurial company culture, competitive compensation, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), work-life balance, and attractive perks. Solifi is a global,

Surface Mount Technology Association
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  (Minneapolis, MN) — October 26, 2022 — The Surface Mount Technology Association announced Chief Operating Officer for Autel Energy, John Thomas, will keynote the SMTA International Conference and Exposition on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 9:00am in the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN, USA. During his presentation titled, “The Electric Vehicle (EV) Conundrum” John will address what it will take to provide the infrastructure to support fast charging

10-Year-Old Succeeds in NHRA Junior Drag Racing League
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  The benefits of Tufoil include faster cranking speeds, more efficient engine performance, increased horsepower & acceleration, and extended engine life.”    — Gregg Reick, Fluoramics’ President and Chief Chemical Engineer     (Winona, MN) – October 26, 2022  — Ten-year-old Cooper Lawson races in the NHRA Junior Drag Racing League. This league is designed for kids ages 5–18 to race against each other on 1/8-mile dragstrips. At 1/4-mile tracks, racers

Vagus Nerve Stimulation
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(Minneapolis/St Paul, MN)  — Oct. 26, 2022  — University of Minnesota Twin Cities researchers are leading a comprehensive global clinical study that seeks to reveal the functional effects of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) across the human body.  The Research Evaluating Vagal Excitation and Anatomical Links (REVEAL) project is a $21 million National Institutes of Health-funded project that will take place over three years. REVEAL aims to study the anatomical connections

Last Mile Delivery Center
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(Fergus Falls, MN) — Oct 28, 2022 — In partnership with Greater Fergus Falls (GFF), a nonprofit economicdevelopment organization, Wayne Enterprises, LL., and Amazon, the entities are privileged toannounce plans to open a 17,000 square foot Amazon delivery center as part of the redevelopmentof the former Sunmart property on West Lincoln Ave. This location will serve as a last-mile facilitythat will provide service to countless communities in the area. The

open enrollment
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  (Minneapolis, MN) –Oct. 26, 2022 — Nov. 1 marks the beginning of open enrollment – an annual window when consumers can enroll in an Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plan – and healthinsurance.org released tips today to help people save money. Open enrollment for ACA plans, which cover essential health benefits, starts Nov. 1, 2022, and ends Jan. 15, 2023, in most states. “It makes sense for consumers to shop around for

Hormel Foods Corporation
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(Austin, MN) — Oct. 26, 2022  — Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, announced its internship program has been honored once again, having been named in the 2023 Vault Best Internships ranking. The company’s internship program was recognized in the categories of best internships for the retail and consumer products industry and also top engineering roles. “Our internship program is an excellent opportunity for those looking

Edge Marketing Wins Two Prestigious MarCom Awards
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  (Minneapolis, MN) — Oct. 27, 2022  — Edge Marketing, Inc. (formerly Edge Legal Marketing and Accounting Edge Marketing), a Minneapolis-based public relations and marketing firm serving the needs of organizations in the legal and accounting industries, has been named an early platinum and gold winner in multiple categories of the prestigious MarCom Awards. The agency was named a platinum winner for a company launch publicity campaign in the categories

Expansion of 22 Northmen Brewing
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(Alexandria, MN) — October 27th, 2022 –  22 Northmen Brewing Co. has been busy since establishment in the summer of 2019. From the start, the support of the local community has been outstanding, allowing the brewery to thrive and grow. In fact, 2022’s third quarter produced the most kegs of beer the brewery has ever made in one season. To accommodate all the continued growth, 22 Northmen is expanding its

Metro Transit Gold Line
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(New Hope, MN)  Oct. 20, 2022 — The Century Office Park in Woodbury and its Asset Manager, Commercial Investors Group announce the hosting of a ceremonial groundbreaking event at 6043-6063 Hudson Road (a.k.a Century Office Park). The event was held on October 19th, 2022 and got underway around 10:00am. Event coordinators chose to host the groundbreaking at this location, as it’s the office space headquarters for the combined group heading

David S. Smith Predictive Oncology
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  EAGAN, Minn., Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Predictive Oncology is pleased to announce the appointment of David S. Smith, JD, to the company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Smith is a life sciences and corporate attorney, veteran biotech industry executive and leading authority on the legal issues surrounding the therapeutic use of human tissue and cells. He has extensive transactional experience, venture financings and regulatory matters for life sciences

Topline Credit Union
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  (Maple Grove, MN) — Oct. 25, 2022  — TopLine Financial Credit Union, a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative, was named a winner of both the Youth and Adult Desjardins Financial Education Awards and the Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award, sponsored by the Minnesota Credit Union Network (MnCUN) and the Credit Union National Association (CUNA). The Desjardin awards recognize credit unions for superior youth and adult financial education

Sun Country Airlines
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(Minneapolis, MN) –Oct. 18, 2022  — Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) is launching two new Florida destinations this winter — Destin-Fort Walton Beach and Melbourne – continuing to grow its leisure-oriented network for Minnesota and Midwest customers. Sun Country announced in September new service to Destin-Fort Walton Beach (VPS), from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) beginning in April 2023. This service will start on February 2, 2023, in response to

Institute for Integrative Therapies Opens New Clinic in Eden Prairie
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  Psychedelics, used responsibly and with proper caution, would be for psychiatry what the microscope is for biology or the telescope is for astronomy.”   — Stanislav Grof     (Eden Prairie, MN) — October 20, 2022  — Institute of Integrative Therapies (IIT) is moving forward under new leadership. Dr. Manoj Doss, co-founder of IIT, will continue to carry the mission of expanding the use of psychedelic assisted therapies forward. He

TopLine Financial Credit Union Day of Kindness
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  (Maple Grove, MN) —  Oct. 18, 2022  — TopLine Financial Credit Union was one of the 66 credit unions and partner organizations across the state of Minnesota who participated in an orchestrated day, called CU Forward Day. A state-wide initiative of over 3,000 credit union employees, members and partners coming together to do one simple thing – spread kindness and encourage others to do the same. TopLine has been

TruChoice Gary Sinise Foundation
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  (Minneapolis, MN) — Oct. 20, 2022  — On Oct. 7, 2022, employees of TruChoice Financial Group, LLC (TruChoice), one of the largest distributors of insurance products in the financial services industry, participated in a virtual 5K event to raise money for the Gary Sinise Foundation, whose mission is to serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need.  The second annual TruEngagement

Red Wing Shoe Company Allison Gettings
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Gettings to Succeed Current CEO Mark Urdahl Upon His January 2023 Retirement (Red Wing, MN) — Oct. 20, 2022  — Red Wing Shoe Company today announced that its board of directors has named Allison Gettings president and chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1, 2023. Gettings, who is currently president, will assume the role of CEO following the planned retirement of Mark Urdahl who has served as the company’s CEO since 2016. Gettings will become the 10th CEO

Nuwellis Lynn Blake
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(Minneapolis, MN) — Oct. 19, 2022  — Continuing its commitment to expanding access to life-saving ultrafiltration therapies for adult and pediatric patients suffering from fluid overload, Nuwellis, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUWE) today announced the appointment of Lynn Blake as Chief Financial Officer, effective October 19, 2022. “Nuwellis is entering our next phase of commercial development with significant new opportunities in heart failure, pediatrics and critical care. The deep knowledge and experience

Survey of Holiday Shopping
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  (Minneapolis-St. Paul, Mn) — Oct. 18, 2022  — In a recent survey of Giftster members, 92% reported they plan to spend the same or less than they did last year on holiday shopping.  Giftster, a popular online family wish list maker service – used by over a million members – recently conducted a member survey the week of September 20, 2022 on holiday shopping spending plans for this year.

Altoz 2022 Pro Tool Innovation Award
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(Greenbush, MN) — Oct. 18, 2022  — Altoz’s reputation for innovation has been recognized again. The Altoz Switch compact tool carrier has earned the Pro Tool Innovation Award (PTIA). After considering several hundred of the most innovative products and accessories on the market, the PTIA judges chose winners based on a combination of key factors. Products won based on their ability to demonstrate either innovative features, advanced power delivery, groundbreaking

LYVLY Non-Alcoholic Beverage
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  LYVLY will have the structural flexibility to quickly and decisively capitalize on new opportunities. The non-alcoholic beverage space attracts different investors with an eye on viral growth,”    — Dan Schwarz, LIFT BRIDGE BREWING CO.   (Minnesota)  —  October 17, 2022  — The Lift Bridge Brewing Company and TUTUS HOLDINGS, INC. announced the completion of a joint venture partnership, LYVLY, INC LYVLY will function as an entrepreneurial unit dedicated to

Grants to History Organizations
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(Minnesota) — October 16th, 2022 —  The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is pleased to announce the newest recipients of 28 Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grants ($10,000 and less), totaling $264,831 in 15 counties. Small grants are awarded quarterly to help nonprofits, educational organizations, government units and federally recognized tribes to preserve and share Minnesota history. This cycle of awards was approved by the MNHS Executive Council on Sept.

Katie Larson
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(Austin, MN) —  Oct. 10, 2022 — Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced the appointment of Katie Larson as senior vice president of human resources. Larson assumes responsibility for leading the global human resources function at the company, bringing more than 20 years of experience in human resources leadership at Hormel Foods. Larson will continue the world-class employer philosophy at Hormel Foods, leading business-focused

Chris Lauer Tim Carroll
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(Thief River Falls, MN) — Oct. 10, 2022 — Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components in stock for immediate shipment, is proud to announce that Chris Lauer, vice president of order fulfillment & logistics, has been named one of Twin Cities Business’ 2022 Notable Military Veteran Executives and Tim Carroll, global head of marketing and eCommerce, has been named one of Twin Cities Business’ 2022 Notable Executives in Marketing. “Both

Celebrity Chef Carla Hall and Jennie-O® Turkey Team to Honor Unsung Heroes: School Cafeteria Staff
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The Makers of the Jennie-O® turkey brand announced today a partnership with esteemed chef, cookbook author and beloved TV personality Carla Hall to honor school cafeteria staff throughout the country. (Willmar, MN) —  Oct. 12, 2022 — The Makers of the Jennie-O® turkey brand — the category leader and trusted brand for turkey products — announced today a partnership with esteemed chef, cookbook author and beloved TV personality Carla Hall to honor

MN Zoo Pedestrian Loop
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First Segment of the Future World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Loop Raised into Place (Apple Valley, MN) —  Oct. 13, 2022  — A big “step” in the construction of the Minnesota Zoo’s Treetop Trail was taken earlier today as the official first segment of the trail was raised into place. Members of the PCL Construction team hoisted a 20-foot by 8-foot piece of the trail, complete with railing, onto the Zoo’s original

3M V.A.C. Therapy
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3M V.A.C. Therapy negative pressure wound therapy achieves key medical evidence milestone, surpassing 2,000 peer-reviewed medical journal studies published (St Paul, MN) —  Oct. 13, 2022  — 3M Health Care’s Medical Solutions Division today announced its 3M™ V.A.C.® Therapy negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) has surpassed a clinical evidence milestone of 2,000 published, peer-reviewed medical journal studies. V.A.C. Therapy is the first and only NPWT solution to garner this number

‘Smart Energy’ Resource
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      The current energy transmission and distribution grid remains vital to the system, but soon utilities will need to provide other new and significant energy services”  — Sasan Mokhtari, Ph.D.     (Minneapolis, MN) — September 29, 2022 – Open Access Technology International, Inc. (OATI) wrapped up its annual Energy Conference, providing customers with new solutions and groundbreaking approaches to advance the energy industry and its businesses. The

Vanity Fair featuring CEO of Skingevity Med Spa
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    We take the worry out of Longevity and bring you Skingevity.” — Amanda Lemmage (Spring Park, MN) — October 11, 2022 — As CEO and owner of Skingevity Med Spa, Amanda Lemmage has always been fascinated by the power of deep, holistic beauty. For nearly two decades, she’s been using that fascination to transform the aesthetic industry and help her patients pursue bold, confident, and healthy lives. Believing

Jostens Avalanche Stanley Cup
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  (Minneapolis, MN/Denver, CO) — Oct. 10, 2022 — Jostens is honored to have been selected as the partner of the Colorado Avalanche to craft their Stanley Cup Ring. In a private ceremony, players, coaching staff and ownership received their 2022 Stanley Cup Championship Ring. “It is truly an honor to be celebrating such a historic win with this incredible organization,” said Chris Poitras, VP and COO of Jostens Professional

Jamf TrustRadius
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Jamf is recognized for its corporate social responsibility program with a 2022 Tech Cares Award from TrustRadius (Minneapolis, MN) — Oct. 11, 2022  — Jamf, the standard in Apple Enterprise Management, today announced that TrustRadius has recognized Jamf with a 2022 Tech Cares Award. This third-annual award celebrates companies that have gone above and beyond to provide impactful corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs for their employees and surrounding communities.  “We