Brian Hanson

Brian Hanson has extensive work experience in corporate development, business development, and economic development. Brian is currently serving as the Vice President of Corporate Development at Involta since June 2022. Prior to that, they held the position of President & CEO at APEX, Area Partnership for Economic Expansion from June 2012 to June 2022, where they led a regionally-focused business development group. Before APEX, Brian worked as the Director of Business and Community Development at the City of Duluth from January 2010 to May 2012. Brian also served as the Manager of Business Development at ALLETE from April 2005 to January 2010, where they managed business development activities and the strategic direction of the development team. Brian's earlier experience includes working as the Director of Development Strategies at the State of Minnesota, specifically Iron Range Resources, from December 2003 to March 2005, where they were responsible for economic development activities and mining programs.

Brian Hanson attended Grand Rapids Senior High School from 1983 to 1985. Following this, they pursued a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Minnesota Duluth, completing their education from 1986 to 1990. No specific degree or field of study is provided for their high school education. Additionally, there is no information available about any obtained certifications.