This report documents for the first time the economic contributions of African immigrants in Minnesota. It was the most extensive study surveying over 500 consumers and over 100 businesses across the diversity of African immigrants. It was funded by the McKnight Foundation, supported by Concordia University and was done in partnership with Gene Gelgelu of African Economic Development Solutions and a panel of community experts.
Economist rooted in the experience of ALANA (African Latino Asian Native American) communities with expertise in economic and academic inclusion and community empowerment. Pioneering work in the creation of "Cultural Destinations" a strategy to leverage cultural assets for wealth building in low income diverse communities. My work has been inspired by Mother Teresa, Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Paulo Freire. Economist and a steward of the ALANA Brain Trust which works to bring capital and capacity to the ALANA communities.
Latest data from the Current Population Survey, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides insights into national African American/Black workforce trends. This data can also guide long term career and workforce pathways into jobs that pay […]
Bruce P Corrie, PhD & Dr. Gene Gelgelu Latest data from the American Community Survey 2021 estimates the population of African immigrants in America to be 2.6 million. African immigrants have a total income of […]
American Indian economy in Minnesota is an estimated $4 + billion and includes $ 2 billion in income and $2 billion + in residential real estate. They contribute an estimated $250 million annually in state […]