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The (Real) Power 50

Remarkable players in the Minnesota business community with a knack for getting things done — and being helpful along the way

By: Debbie Musser (Project Editor)

We describe The (Real) Power 50 as the linchpins in their company. The connectors in their industry. The heart of the operation. The ones who make things happen. In this article, and in our related social event, we recognize...

Local Focus: Rochester

For a wide variety of companies and industries, the city of Rochester and its surrounds offer much more than just a world-famous health clinic

By: Dan Emerson

Just in case those in charge of marketing the Rochester area should find themselves in need of a new tagline, here’s one suggestion: “Rochester: great health care and so much more.”While still known worldwide as the home of...

Rochester: The Cube

Bringing co-working to Rochester, The Cube offers creative space for local entrepreneurs.

By: Dan Emerson

Editor's note: This article is part of the Local Focus: Rochester feature that appeared in the May 2013 issue.When you put talented people together in the same space, good things happen — even if it’s a tiny space. That’s...

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Rochester: Domaille Engineering Rochester is home to one of the fastest growing companies in Minnesota, bringing with it the growth of technology.	Rochester: Mill Creek Life Sciences Known for the Mayo Clinic, Rochester is home to another medical company making huge steps in the development of clinical grade stem cells.
Rochester: Geotek From fencing, landscaping products, and utility poles, Geotek is a key component of the growing engineering industry.	Rochester: LiquidCool Solutions With the patented Liquid Blade immersion cooling system, LiquidCool Solutions expects a bright future in Rochester.
Rochester: Xylo Technologies This IT services company in Rochester finds success in understanding the clients' every need.	Rochester: Stanley Jones & Associates Providing outpatient therapy services, this Rochester based company provides heart-filled care for all ages.
Rochester: Affordable Buttons One of the largest button manufacturers in the country, Affordable Buttons continues to grow in Rochester.	Rochester: Envirolastech Envirolastech may have had a breakthrough in renewable structural technology, but the innovations don't stop there.

Starters

Hospitality: Test drive World Street Kitchen validates the ‘food truck first, restaurant second’ strategy	Telecommuting: Home work A few Minnesota cities rank high in work-from-home rankings
Transportation: Train gain Amtrak ridership is up between the Twin Cities and Chicago — and nationwide	Entrepreneurs: Supportive climate Minneapolis ranks fourth in a national study on women’s entrepreneurship
Tourism: Southern hospitality Cities in the state’s southland team up to boost tourism

Features

The (Real) Power 50 Remarkable players in the Minnesota business community with a knack for getting things done — and being helpful along the way	Local Focus: Rochester For a wide variety of companies and industries, the city of Rochester and its surrounds offer much more than just a world-famous health clinic
Rochester: The Cube Bringing co-working to Rochester, The Cube offers creative space for local entrepreneurs.

Perspectives

Lessons for Leaders: Performance and profits A new web tool helps businesses improve communication — and accountability	The Networker: Uncommon vision Behind the success of Common Roots, Danny Schwartzman’s firm beliefs
Sounding Off: Time well spent Digineer CEO Michael Lacey considers nurturing talent and boosting community worthwhile investments

Industry Watch

Technology: A case for innovation Minneapolis startup Canopy has won global attention for its game-changing iPhone case	Social enterprise: Building momentum How one social enterprise is helping companies, people in need, and the economy — all at once
Global trade: On a mission For small Minnesota companies looking to export, joining a trade mission can be just the ticket	Legal: Eastern promise David Moran of the Minneapolis law firm Winthrop & Weinstine talks about his firm’s unexpected foray into China