The Week's Top Business Stories
Local Weber Shandwick Prez. Named National Leader
Sara Gavin will now oversee the firm’s 23 offices in the United States and Canada.
Mpls. Hair-Removal Chain Plans Rapid Expansion
BodyBrite removes hair with a technology known as “intense pulse light,” and the company is planning to add three new Minnesota locations amid a larger growth strategy.
Local Biz. Manager Abducted Outside His Home
According to the Medina chief of police, two men kidnapped a Minneapolis business manager, likely as part of a plan to break into his firm.
Should Retailers Like Target Embrace “Showrooming”?
A Target executive said that “showrooming” presents a major opportunity, not just a threat, as retailers work to more seamlessly integrate physical stores and digital channels.
The Biz Logic Behind The New Barnard Sports Show
A new sports radio station that previously offered national programming will now feature local shows hosted by Mike Morris, Bob Sansevere, Tom Barnard, and Don Shelby.