2023

Charlie Weaver

Charlie Weaver

For 20 years, he forged public-private partnerships to boost Minnesota’s economy, improve educational achievement, and tackle tough economic and social problems.
Laysha Ward

Laysha Ward

A pioneer in corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion work, Target’s long-tenured chief external engagement officer has helped evolve the retailer’s social impact and set an example nationwide.
Kari Rihm

Kari Rihm

She broke a gender barrier by building a highly successful truck business through her grit, skill in seizing market opportunities, and willingness to take calculated risks.
George Goldfarb

George Goldfarb

This Duluth native is a hometown hero, building the Maurices apparel chain into a North American retail powerhouse.
Archie Black

Archie Black

Over two decades of leadership, he steered SPS Commerce from the brink of collapse to a path of consistent growth.