 The Brainerd Chamber of Commerce, along with Central Lakes College, hosted a business roundtable this morning. Businesses representing manufacturing, healthcare, and economic development attended the event. State representatives, superintendents, and K-12 partners were also at the presentation. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Chancellor, Dr. Steven Rosenstone spoke this morning to ask business and industry leaders what the needs are in this area for the community. He started the discussion on the topic of higher education and how to make it more affordable. But the goal for the roundtable was to find solutions and to continue an ongoing partnership between Minnesota State, Central Lakes, and Brainerd Lakes Community Area. We think it's important to regularly come together and ask the questions really what are the needs in this region. Talk about our partnerships, make sure that they're still meeting the needs, and identify gaps so that we can work together. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.