Albert Lea Economic
Development Agency

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We Mean Business

Build your company in a family-oriented community with a strong work ethic. Albert Lea has a dedicated, energetic leadership that works together to promote economic growth and support companies who want to do business in Freeborn County.

Partnership Award

The Albert Lea Entrepreneur Advancement Program (ALEAP) was awarded the Partnership Award at the 2016 Economic Development Association of MN (EDAM) winter conference. The award, sponsored by EDAM and Finance & Commerce, is presented annually to an organization that shows strong collaboration among multiple groups to move an economic development initiative forward.    

Perfectly Postioned

Albert Lea is conveniently located at the intersection of I-90 and I-35 making it easy to reach customers throughout the region.

An Amazing Place To Live

Albert Lea is a City located in Freeborn County in Southeastern Minnesota in an area known as the "Land Between the Lakes".

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