Bob Kill, President and CEO of Enterprise Minnesota

Bob Kill

President & CEO

About Bob

As president and CEO of Enterprise Minnesota, Bob Kill leads the organization’s efforts to achieve its strategic, growth, and operational goals. A long-time manufacturing executive, Bob is passionate about helping manufacturing enterprises of all sizes grow and thrive. Enterprise Minnesota is committed to connecting public and private stakeholders in communities across the state to help foster innovation and generate high quality jobs in manufacturing.

Bob is recognized as a spokesperson for Minnesota’s manufacturing industry and is regularly quoted in national and regional media on manufacturing trends and industry outlook. He has appeared before the Minnesota State Legislature and the U.S. Congress emphasizing the high value of manufacturing as a driver of Minnesota’s economy.

Prior to leading Enterprise Minnesota, Bob served as CEO and Chairman for several leading computer, data system, and network equipment manufacturers in the Midwest. Today, Bob continues to help grow Minnesota’s economy by serving on the Minnesota Agriculture and Economic Development Board, as well as numerous other software, technology, and business incubator boards. He is an avid bicyclist and golfer, both of which he has little time for because he is so dedicated to helping manufacturing enterprises grow profitably.

To request a speaking engagement or interview, please contact Robert Lodge ([email protected]).

Additional resources:

Enterprise Minnesota consulting services

State of Manufacturing® survey results

Enterprise Minnesota® magazine

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