BBER Blog

The BBER is happy to share with you a series of interviews featuring some of our past project partners and stakeholders.

A look at the recent findings from our study, Economic Impacts of the Content Industry in Northern Minnesota

The BBER updates its Cheeseburger Price Index and compares it to the Economist’s famous Big Mac Index and the national Consumer Price Index.

Rick Lichty, former BBER director from 1994 to 2002

Duluth’s regional economy is growing! But how does it compare to the areas of Fargo, St. Cloud and Rochester?

What has been causing the recent problems with airports and airlines? Has Duluth’s airport been affected by these issues as well?

After eleven years as president and CEO of National Bank of Commerce (NBC), Steve Burgess transitioned into retirement on December 31, 2022.

Former BBER Undergraduate Research Assistant D’Lanie Perry graduated in December. She shares what was her favorite BBER project and what she learned.

BBER Director Monica Haynes was recently invited by the Duluth News Tribune to share her thoughts on what the local economy might hold in the coming year.

What do UMD Interim Chancellor David McMillan, cheeseburgers, and climate refugees have in common?

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