Issues » 2007 » October

2007 Outstanding Directors

Honoring five of Minnesota's most valued members of business boards of directors.

Lessons From Lemons

Seven Minnesota executives remember the days they'd rather forget—and what they learned from them.

Beyond Ethanol

The alternative to fossil fuels won't be found in any single renewable source. The answer isn't a silver bullet, but "silver buckshot." So what other alternative energy technologies is Minnesota generating?

Hoping for a Wildfire

Wood pellets for fuel are being made in Minnesota—but not many are used in the United States. A Spanish firm plans to help change that.

Life Saving Design

Building a healthier medical facility.

Indiscreet Charm

When hunting elephants, watch where you step.

The Arbitration Debate

Arbitration is a popular alternative to litigation, but Twin Cities attorneys warn that it's not a one-size-fits-all solution.

Loving Critics or Critical Lovers?

Activist fund managers make being public a private battle.

Dear Informed Citizen

Eating Good in the Neighborhood

A remade Levain joins the growing neighborhood-restaurant trend.

Kitchen Aid

A new Minnesota company helps new grads and newlyweds equip their first kitchens.