
Norton to Assist Klobuchar's Transition Team
Rochester Mayor Kim Norton says she has been asked to help Governor-elect Amy Klobuchar's transition effort in Minnesota.
For readers in Minnesota, this page covers executive appointments, leadership changes, professional promotions and new hires. Reporting follows the career moves of officials, directors and management staff throughout the state.

Rochester Mayor Kim Norton says she has been asked to help Governor-elect Amy Klobuchar's transition effort in Minnesota.
November 5, 2026
LindFast Names Joe Carlier VP of Sales at AZ WireCarlier, who has experience in electrical distribution and customer relationship management, now leads AZ Wire & Cable's outside sales organization and global account teams.
October 29, 2026
Entrepreneur Fund Appoints Kevin Kubat Lending ChiefThe financial organization adds a veteran banking executive to lead its statewide lending and development strategy.
October 29, 2026
Doug Stang to Lead Minnesota Chamber of CommerceThe former legislator and executive will take over as president and CEO on December 1, 2026.
October 23, 2026
Minnesota Association Names Transit Leader of the YearSMART Transit Director Kirk Kuchera receives state honor for his leadership and dedication to public transportation.
October 20, 2026
Ilah Raleigh Leads Springboard for the ArtsThe former arts educator began her term as executive director of the Minnesota-based nonprofit on October 1, 2026.
October 6, 2026
Jon Eichten Named Minnesota Chief Information OfficerEichten transitioned from interim to permanent status in September 2026.
September 30, 2026
Dania Kamp Named Minnesota Medical Association PresidentThe physician from Moose Lake will lead the state organization for a one-year term starting in October.
September 30, 2026
Dr. John Noack Assumed Minnesota Dental Association PresidencyDr. John Noack has been installed as the president of the Minnesota Dental Association for the 2026-27 term.
September 24, 2026
Justin Lessman Will Lead Minnesota Newspaper AssociationThe Minnesota Newspaper Association board has selected Justin Lessman to replace retiring executive director Lisa Hills.
September 23, 2026
David Hann Named Minnesota Co-Chair for U.S. Term LimitsThe former Minnesota Senate Minority Leader will advocate for a constitutional amendment to limit congressional service.
Day to day, that means executive hiring, board elections, management transitions and new appointments to key positions. Coverage extends from the state capital to the rural counties. Large industrial and service sectors drive the most frequent leadership changes here. Public and private organizational restructuring remains the factor that changes the pace of hiring most often.