Minnesota's Current Economy: Insights & Opportunities

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the current state of the Minnesota economy and the challenges it faces. Learn about the crucial role that labor force opportunities play in fostering long-term economic growth. Ron Wirtz from the Federal Reserve Bank will lead an interactive session, including a survey to gauge your views on recent business activity, hiring demand, labor availability, inflation, economic outlook, and other key issues. Don't miss this opportunity to share your perspective and gain valuable insights!

We will be hearing from Ron Wirtz.  Ron Wirtz is a Regional Outreach Director for the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. Ron’s primary responsibilities involve tracking current business conditions across the six-state Ninth Federal Reserve District, which includes northwest Wisconsin, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana.

Along with tracking the overall economy, Ron pays special attention to employment and wages – which are central to the Federal Reserve’s dual mandate of promoting stable prices and maximum employment. He also tracks construction, real estate, consumer spending and tourism. 


In partnership with Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce.