Stakeholder Forum Announced
Dear Colleagues,
The Midwest Industrial Transformation Initiative (MITI) is convening a stakeholder forum this November, bringing together federal and state lawmakers, industry representatives, tribal and community leaders, researchers, and other stakeholders—all united by a shared goal: to accelerate the Upper Midwest’s role in leading the next generation of industrial innovation.
The event will be hosted in the heart of the Iron Range, reflecting our commitment to regional leadership and the unique assets of Minnesota’s mining and manufacturing base.
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM - 3:00 – 4:30 PM Optional site tours (coordinated separately; additional details will be shared directly with attendees)
- Where: Iron Trail Motors Event Center, Virginia, MN
- Who: Open to the public; Registration required.
MITI Forum Goals
- Provide stakeholders with an update on MITI and solicit feedback on future direction
- Position Minnesota as a national leader in industrial transformation, including advanced iron and steel and aviation fuel
- Foster collaboration across sectors—research, industry, government, community
- Identify regulatory and policy barriers
- Drive investment in infrastructure and innovation
- Strengthen the regional supply chain and demand-side coordination
Warmly,
Jamie Beck Alexander
Director, External Affairs
NRRI