Margaret Anderson Kelliher may have lost her bid for governor, but the outgoing Minnesota House Speaker will still be a force in St. Paul.
In a major coup, the Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) named Kelliher its new president. The move provides MHTA with some major legislative firepower as it seeks to help high-tech startups in a difficult economy, and boost science and math education for K-12 students.
“Through her previous positions in government and extensive community involvement, Margaret brings excellent experience collaborating with individuals and organizations, great familiarity with public policy and strong communication skills to the position,” Joy Lindsay, an angel investor who chairs the MHTA board, said in a statement. “Margaret is a proven leader, and we are excited to utilize her strengths to promote the growth and sustainability of Minnesota’s technology-based economy.”
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Kelliher replaces Kate Rubin, who recently joined UnitedHealth Group Inc.
Kelliher was the Minnesota Democratic Party’s nominee for governor but lost the primary to former U.S. Sen. Mark Dayton. She was reportedly a finalist to lead the Minnesota Parks Board.
It’s just as well, since MHTA seems to be a better fit for Kelliher. As House Speaker, Kelliher helped pass the historic $60 million angel investment tax credit and the expansion of the research and development tax credit — long at the top of the MHTA’s wish list.
Kelliher’s hiring also signals a new era of strength for Minnesota’s high-technology community, including biosciences, which struggled for years to capture the attention of top leaders in the house, senate, and governor’s office.
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“I am passionate about advancing education and job growth in Minnesota, and serving as president of MHTA will allow me to do that,” Kelliher said in a statement. “MHTA represents many voices in Minnesota technology, and I feel my experiences in government and community involvement will benefit the collaborative building of relationships across the state. I’m looking forward to leading the MHTA to expand Minnesota’s future workforce, advocate for its members and build partnerships to advance technology across the state.”
