Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation

Would you like to know where development is currently happening in the City of St. Cloud? Check out the St. Cloud Development Activity Dashboard at https://hubs.la/Q02VNV6f0 #econdev #realestatedevelopment

Exciting News! The Stearns County MN Human Services Department has earned national recognition for its Juvenile Community Action Team (JCAT), which received a 2024 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties. JCAT was named the top program in the children and youth category, standing out among over 2,000 applicants. Established in 2022 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on child welfare cases, JCAT collaborates with schools, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and other professionals to address behavioral and mental health needs in at-risk children and families. Their early intervention approach has improved family outcomes and saved the county over $400,000 in out-of-home care costs. Congratulations Stearns County, a public partner investor in the GSDC, for making a positive impact on the lives of the community it serves through JCAT! #thrillingtuesdays #CommunityImpact #YouthServices #CountyAchievement #AwardWinningProgram #InnovationInAction

We are offering a $100 GIFT CARD to spend at downtown St. Cloud establishments to ONE Winner at Start.up Connect on November 6th 8:00-9:30am at ILT Studios downtown St. Cloud! Here's how you could win... SHARE this post and TAG Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation and ILT Academy Include the HASHTAG #StartupConnectChallenge TAG 3 NEW co-workers, friends, business acquaintances, or family who have never been to Start.up Connect! You will receive one ticket PER NEW PERSON who attends Start.up Connect on November 6th! Random drawing will be held! The more NEW PEOPLE you bring, the better your chances!!! Learn More Here! https://hubs.la/Q02V9w_70

Nominate an aspiring young leader or apply to the Minnesota Young American Leaders Program! https://hubs.la/Q02TFS3m0 Meet Aaron Sinclair, Sourcewell, and 2024 MYALP alum! He says, "MYALP has profoundly shifted my perspective on leadership and community impact by emphasizing the power of tri-sector collaboration. Engaging with high-quality instructors and building incredible connections with colleagues from across the state has demonstrated that the most effective community solutions arise when leaders from business, government, and the nonprofit sectors work together. This program has reinforced the idea that cross-sector partnerships are essential for driving meaningful change, especially in complex issues faced by communities. It has inspired me to pursue collaborative strategies and foster networks that can amplify our collective impact in Minnesota." Learn more about MYALP at https://hubs.la/Q02TFSWQ0 #myalp #econdev #aspiringleaders

🌟 Investor Spotlight - ReJuv Medical 🌟 Every Friday, we feature our corporate, advocate-level, and public partner investors! Today, we are also shining the spotlight on Rejuv Medical, an advocate-level investor in the GSDC. Rejuv Medical specializes in sports medicine, orthopedic services, and wellness. They offer personalized health services, from injury recovery to weight loss, nutrition, personal training, and more. With a focus on treating the root cause of pain, Rejuv Medical provides customized care without relying on addictive medications. Their facility caters to clients from athletes to busy parents. Led by Dr. Joel Baumgartner, a board-certified specialist in non-surgical orthopedics, Rejuv Medical has grown significantly since 2008. Learn more about them at https://hubs.la/Q02TYzVB0 #investorfriday #HealthAndWellness #SportsMedicine #RejuvMedical

Exciting News! Congratulations to Superintendent Laurie Putnam of St. Cloud Area School District 742 for being named the 2025 Minnesota Superintendent of the Year by the Minnesota Association of School Administrators. Serving as superintendent since 2022, Laurie has been recognized for her leadership in addressing systemic inequities, her professionalism, and her dedication to the community. Her efforts include initiatives like the Full-Service Community Schools program, which provides academic and social support for students and families. Laurie will now be considered for National Superintendent of the Year, with the winner to be announced at the AASA National Conference in March 2025. Good Luck Laurie! #SuperintendentOfTheYear #LeadershipForLearning #EducationExcellence #MinnesotaEducation #StudentSuccess

🌟 Investor Spotlight - Microbiologics 🌟 Every Friday, we feature our corporate, advocate-level, and public partner investors! Today, we shine the spotlight on Microbiologics, a corporate-level investor in the GSDC. Microbiologics is the world’s leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, they have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics and virology. Headquartered in St. Cloud, they have additional facilities in California, Kentucky and Michigan. Learn more about them at https://hubs.la/Q02TYDV00 Thank you Kristen Knox, CEO, and the Microbiologics team for your on-going investment in the GSDC! You and our nearly 160 corporate, advocate-level, and public partner investors are making a big difference in the Greater St. Cloud community! #econdev #investorfriday

Entrepreneurs and small businesses are the backbone of our economy, fueling innovation, creating jobs, and driving economic growth. By bringing fresh ideas to the market, they enhance competition, support local communities, and adapt quickly to changing consumer demands. Their contributions are vital to the health and resilience of both local and national economies and we want to help by providing a free Resource Library to start making their dreams a reality. #thrivemn #freeresources Learn More Here: https://hubs.la/Q02VHGY80 Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation

This week, GSDC Talent Director Gail Cruikshank, alongside Superintendent Laurie Putnam and Assistant Superintendent Jason Harris from St. Cloud Area School District 742, presented at the College Board Forum 24 in Austin, TX. The Forum brings together education professionals and leaders from across the nation to tackle challenges related to access and success in education. This was an exceptional opportunity to share all our collaborative career and college readiness work partnerships with secondary and post-secondary leaders nationwide! #CollegeBoardForum #TalentDevelopment #PublicPrivatePartnerships #EducationLeadership #StudentSuccess #CollaborativeEducation

Calling All Aspiring Leaders in the Greater St. Cloud region! The Minnesota Young American Leaders Program (MYALP) is now accepting nominations and applications for its 2025 cohort! This prestigious program, hosted by the Harvard Business School and the University of Minnesota provides an incredible opportunity for young professionals to enhance their leadership skills and make a lasting impact in their communities. We’re seeking talented leaders with a proven track record of civic engagement who are ready to collaborate across sectors to drive positive change. Nominations Deadline: October 31, 2024 Application Deadline: November 7, 2024 Learn more/apply at https://hubs.la/Q02TGnf60 #econdev #aspiringleaders #myalp