Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation

Great news for St. Joseph! Thanks to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), 10 houses in our city will be rehabilitated through the Small Cities Development Program. This investment is part of $20.7 million in grants supporting nearly 300 properties across Greater Minnesota—strengthening our neighborhoods and local economy. #StJosephMN #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityGrowth #NeighborhoodRevitalization #SmallCitiesDevelopmentProgram

Nominate or Apply to the Minnesota Young American Leaders Program (MYALP) today! Meet Eunice Adjei, a 2024 MYALP alum. When asked what was your most memorable experience during MYALP, and why did it stand out to you, she shared: "The capstone session where we coordinated a cross-sector project to address a real, pressing need. Working with a diverse team of peers—through a structured problem-solving process taught me that leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but about leveraging collective strengths, listening deeply, and aligning on a shared mission. That experience reinforced the value of humility, active listening, and courageous action in leadership." Learn more and apply: https://hubs.la/Q03K90Kg0 #myalp #econdev #aspiringleaders

We're excited to welcome O'Brien's Dry Goods and Metz & Co as our newest advocate-level investor!   O’Brien’s Dry Goods (611 W. St. Germain St.) and Metz & Co. (coming late 2025, 623 W. St. Germain St.) are downtown St. Cloud’s new vintage and antique destinations. From curated vintage clothing and collectibles to furniture and antiques, these shops are a must-visit for treasure hunters and fans of all things retro! Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q03N4s6T0 #NewInvestor

Today, we are shining the 🌟 Investor Spotlight 🌟 on the College of St. Scholastica, an advocate-level investor in the GSDC. The College of St. Scholastica’s Sartell campus offers flexible undergraduate and graduate programs for adult learners and working professionals, including nursing, health sciences, and occupational therapy. Students also have access to career support, tutoring, and academic advising to help them succeed. Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q03N4q0S0 Thanks to our 177 investors, positive change is happening throughout Greater St. Cloud! #InvestorFriday

Exciting things are happening at GSDC StageWorks! Our entrepreneur hub continues to grow as we welcome another business into our StageWorks space. A few cubicle rentals are still available, along with one private office — and our Pop-Up Shop is ready for its next local business feature. Welcome Bookkeeping Barista: https://lnkd.in/gFizx_ZZ As always, let's celebrate the other entrepreneurs/businesses within the space as well: Clare Richards Dreyton Nichols Quentin Williford Lizzy Deutscher Dr. Hudda Ibrahim Darren Guimont Rendy Miller ( Laase ) Kim Windschitl Becky Pietrowski Jennie Weber NeTia Bauman, CEcD

DisruptHR St. Cloud energized and inspired HR professionals with 12 speakers sharing fresh ideas on talent, workplace culture, or leadership. Catch all the presentations at https://hubs.la/Q03NgnTW0 #workforcewednesday

TODAY is the City Of Sartell State of the City with Mayor Ryan Fitzhum! Join us as Mayor Fitzhum shares the latest updates on city projects, community growth, and the vision for Sartell’s future. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the area, this is your chance to hear firsthand about what’s happening in our city and what’s on the horizon. #stateofthecity

Apply to the Minnesota Young American Leaders Program (MYALP) today! Meet Aaron Sinclair, a 2024 MYALP alum. When asked how has MYALP shaped or transformed your approach to leadership, he shared: “The Minnesota Young American Leaders Program has reshaped my view of leadership and community impact by highlighting the power of cross-sector collaboration. Learning from expert instructors and connecting with leaders from business, government, and nonprofits has shown me that meaningful change comes when we work together across sectors.” Learn more and apply: https://hubs.la/Q03K8Xwl0 #myalp #econdev #aspiringleaders

Big news for Central Minnesota! St. Cloud Regional Airport has officially rebranded as St. Cloud Sky Central Airport – a name that better reflects its central location, diverse services, and growing impact across the region. With a fresh new logo, updated website at https://hubs.la/Q03McrWk0, and tagline “Flying Kept Simple”, Sky Central is ready to continue serving travelers, businesses, and the community with convenience and connectivity. Here’s to the next chapter for Sky Central – Central Minnesota’s aviation hub for 90 years and counting! #SkyCentral #Aviation #EconomicImpact

Today, we are shining the 🌟 Investor Spotlight 🌟 on Knife River, a corporate-level investor in the GSDC. Knife River Corporation is a major construction materials and contracting company that operates across multiple states, including Minnesota. They supply essential building materials such as crushed stone, sand, gravel, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt. Beyond materials, they offer a wide range of construction services, including paving, grading, excavation, site preparation, and concrete construction like sidewalks, curbs, and driveways. Their expertise supports both public infrastructure projects and private construction, making them a key partner in building and maintaining roads, commercial developments, and residential projects. Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q03Mcrl40 Thanks to our 170+ investors, positive change is happening throughout Greater St. Cloud! #InvestorFriday