In recognition of their visionary early work on community access to dial-up Internet which led years later to their innovative partnership that enabled deployment of over 800 miles of Fiber to the Home network stretching from Lake Superior to the end of the Gunflint Trail and the Canadian border. In 2010, the United States Department …
Blandin Foundation is all about Minnesotans imagining, leading, and growing healthy, inclusive – vibrant – communities. It takes courage to do this work. To stand up. To spur change. To make sure our communities work for all who live in them. Often this leadership goes unseen. To recognize and celebrate acts of leadership that have …
Dave Chura Executive Director – Minnesota Logger Education Program Program Administrator – Minnesota Master Logger Certification The Minnesota Logger Education Program (MLEP) was established in 1995 to assist logging business owners in meeting ever-changing demands of their profession. MLEP provides assistance to Minnesota’s logging community through educational programming. This objective is accomplished by partnering with numerous groups to …
Dave Zumeta Executive Director – Minnesota Forest Resources Council Minnesota forests are managed with primary consideration given to long-term ecosystem integrity and sustaining healthy economies and human communities. Forest resource policy and management decisions are based on credible science, community values, and broad-based citizen involvement. The public understands and appreciates Minnesota’s forest resources and is …
Hear brief (10 min) demonstrations, stories or presentation from folks on the front lines of helping people make better use of broadband. Some have ideas you might be able to implement tomorrow – some are intentionally stretch goals. They are all great examples of how broadband is changing lives. Session notes and recording PCs for …
Hear brief (10 min) demonstrations, stories or presentation from folks on the front lines of helping people make better use of broadband. Some have ideas you might be able to implement tomorrow – some are intentionally stretch goals. They are all great examples of how broadband is changing lives. Session notes and recording Libraries Minnesota …
Hear brief (10 min) demonstrations, stories or presentation from folks on the front lines of helping people make better use of broadband. Some have ideas you might be able to implement tomorrow – some are intentionally stretch goals. They are all great examples of how broadband is changing lives. Session notes and recording GigaZone Gaming …
October 12, 2021 | Session Notes and Video A series of fast-moving presentations and demos by people from around the state and beyond who are using technology and the internet in innovative ways to improve lives and increase opportunity for all. Show, tell, and discussion. Moderated by Ann Treacy, Treacy Information Services Fostering Productive Conversations …
Eli Sagor Extension Educator, Forestry – University of Minnesota Extension esagor@umn.edu Eli Sagor’s programs are designed to help familiy forest owners make informed land management decisions. Recent projects focus on internet-based content delivery and patterns and trends in ownership of Minnesota’s family forest lands. How has VFVC influenced the way you work? Funding from VFVC allowed …
Charles K. Blandin established the purpose, scope and governance of the Charles K. Blandin Foundation over a nearly 20-year period. His business acumen, progressive vision and commitment to the Grand Rapids area laid the groundwork upon which the Blandin Foundation has grown, adapted, and continues to stand with rural Minnesota communities — especially those in …