Minnesota Private Business Council Announces Formation of Advisory Board

Norm Coleman, John Kline, Erik Paulsen, Vin Weber Among Members

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 25, 2023

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Minnetonka, Minn. – The Minnesota Private Business Council (MPBC) today announced the formation of its Advisory Board comprised of key Minnesota political and business leaders and dedicated to helping MPBC advance its goals.

“MPBC was formed just 10 months ago to fight for the commonsense policies needed to grow our economy, advance public safety, and deliver a brighter future for all Minnesotans.  The formation of this Advisory Board is a testament to the broad coalition we have built in that effort. Each member brings a unique perspective and a wealth of experience and dedication to the cause,” said Jim Schultz, President of the Minnesota Private Business Council. “Our united effort is essential to secure a thriving, vibrant future for our state.”

The Advisory Board is comprised of distinguished leaders from across the state. The members are:

  • Norm Coleman, former U.S. Senator
  • Brad Freking, New Fashion Pork
  • Meg Freking, New Fashion Pork
  • Jason George, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49
  • John Kline, former U.S. Congressman
  • Mike McFadden, Business Leader
  • Jennifer Miller Gutierrez, RTP Company
  • Denny Niess, Business Leader
  • Jerry Pappenfus, Business Leader
  • Erik Paulsen, former U.S. Congressman
  • Brian Peters, Minnesota Police & Peace Officers Association
  • Vin Weber, former U.S. Congressman

The Minnesota Private Business Council is dedicated to working with leaders across government, business, and communities to advocate for policies that promote job growth, entrepreneurship, and well-being for Minnesota’s workers and their families. Together, we can overcome the challenges facing our state and chart a course towards decades of abundance in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

About the Minnesota Private Business Council:

The Minnesota Private Business Council advocates for commonsense policies supporting Minnesota industry and innovation and benefiting Minnesota’s workers, families, and communities. Comprised of privately held businesses from a broad array of Minnesota industries, the Minnesota Private Business Council advocates for policies leading to job growth, new business creation and entrepreneurship, and broad-based well-being for Minnesota’s workers and their families. For more information, please visit www.GrowthMN.com.

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