The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
is the state’s principal economic development agency. DEED programs
promote business recruitment, expansion, and retention; international
trade, workforce development, and community development.
COVID-19
The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is offering information for employees and employers affected by this pandemic. This includes information for temporary closure of in-person dining at restaurants, bars and others affected by the Governor's executive order. The link below provides information for employees and employers.
DEED Information
A Guide for Minnesota Small Business Who Need Help - Different programs make sense for different businesses during the pandemic time. So the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (MN DEED) created a summary guide to help small businesses quickly see which programs might be right for their situation.
Business Emergency Loan Program - MN DEED is creating an emergency loan program for Minnesota's small businesses. Thousands of businesses negatively impacted by Covid-19 could be helped.
Safe Work Environments - MN DEED has announced new tools to help businesses promote safe work environments.