Jeff Tollefson, Veteran Technology Leader and Entrepreneur, Named as Minnesota High Tech Association President
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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) announced today that Jeff Tollefson will serve as its next president, effective August 5, 2019. Tollefson was most recently the chief strategic growth officer of Genesys Works, a $25 million workforce development non-profit, and is a well-known member of the Twin Cities technology community. “Jeff is a successful leader and we are excited to utilize his strengths to promote the growth and sustainability of Minnesota’s technology-based economy.” Tollefson was selected for this role because of his dedication to supporting and growing Minnesota’s innovation economy. “I’ve long admired the work of the MHTA and the important role it plays in providing a unified, influential voice for member companies on issues impacting our technology and innovation ecosystems,” said Tollefson. At Genesys Works, Tollefson helped provide pathways to career success in the tech field for thousands of high school students from low-income backgrounds through skills training and year-long internships.