People Driven Growth
The Weekly Report – May 5, 2026. For Wells Technology founder Andy Wells, Sr., developing skilled workers in rural Minnesota isn’t a side project—it’s personal—and…
About Lynn
Lynn leverages decades of in-depth experience managing complex relationships across government, nonprofits, and businesses to facilitate strategic planning and execution across Enterprise Minnesota. In addition to leading the team responsible for marketing, legislative relations, public relations, events, publications, lead generation and media relations; Lynn oversees the HR/OD programs that enable organizational execution of business strategies. Across the MEP system she is a big picture thinker with a demonstrated track record of motivating staff to operationalize plans and achieve results.
Prior Roles:
- Director of communications & advertising for the nonprofit MPAAT, (now ClearWay Minnesota)
- Director of MSP communications marketing, MSP Communications
- Practice group supervisor, Karwoski & Courage Public Relations
- Director of communications, Minnesota Dpt. of Trade and Economic Development (now DEED)
- Director of development, Minnesota Private College Council
- Washington DC – PR/Media/Communications/fundraising for two U.S. Senators; and the political arm of the GOP leadership
- Minnesota – senior staff member, Minnesota State Senate
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in political science – Gustavus Adolphus College, Saint Peter, MN
- Mini-masters – Financial Management & Marketing Management – University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN
Additional resources:
Enterprise Minnesota consulting services
Author Content
Celebrating 40 Years of Partnership in Southern Minnesota
The Weekly Report – April 27, 2026. Four decades after its founding, the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation helps its communities thrive.
Automation Showcase
The Weekly Report – April 21, 2026. Hansen & Co. Woodworks takes automation to the highest level.
Getting to Know President & CEO Mark O’Leary
The Weekly Report – April 13, 2026. Six weeks into his tenure, Enterprise Minnesota’s new leader shares his passion and vision for Minnesota manufacturing.
Grow Profitably Through Effective Marketing
The Weekly Report – March 16, 2026. Three reasons to consider Enterprise Minnesota fractional marketing: improved execution, increased revenue, and a proven data-driven approach.
Game-Changing Talent Strategies
The Weekly Report – March 9, 2026. Business growth consultant Abbey Hellickson shows manufacturers how to rise above the competition by helping employees reach—and stay…
Progress Check
Enterprise Minnesota is barely recognizable from its early roots, and we like what we’ve become.
Introducing Mark O’Leary – Our new President and CEO
The Weekly Report – February 23, 2026. Our new leader will join Enterprise Minnesota on March 2.
Unbeatable ROI
The Weekly Report – February 9, 2026. Manufacturing workshops give participants access to business experts, a road map for operational improvement, and actionable information.
Tours de Force
The Weekly Report – January 26, 2026. Manufacturers can build valuable relationships with elected officials by showing them their operations.