# 50 leading multinational companies in Minnesota

Tamtam tracks 224 multinational companies headquartered in Minnesota. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Target, Optum and Medtronic. Their median headcount is 5,916. Half of them were founded in 1940 or later. The most common headquarters are Minneapolis (16), Saint Paul (7) and Eden Prairie (5).

This list of multinational companies in Minnesota includes major firms from diverse sectors. Retail is well-represented by Target, a leading American retailer, and Best Buy, which focuses on enriching lives through technology. The healthcare sector features Optum, a health services and innovation company, and Medtronic, a healthcare technology firm. Other significant companies include Cargill, a family company in food and ingredients, and 3M, which uses science and technology to improve lives. The companies listed are predominantly large, established enterprises. A notable pattern is the concentration of headquarters in Minneapolis, with several other major players based in nearby cities like Eden Prairie, Richfield, and Saint Paul.

🇺🇸 Minnesota · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Target](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/target) (target.com)<br>Leading American retailer offering outstanding value, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences through responsible corporate citizenship and consistent community support since nineteen forty-six. | Retail | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 440,000 | 1962 |
| 2 | [Optum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/optum) (optum.com)<br>A leading health services and innovation company revolutionizing health care delivery, operations, and analytics to improve quality and efficiency globally | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Eden Prairie | 113,067 |  |
| 3 | [Medtronic](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/medtronic) (medtronic.com)<br>A healthcare technology company tackling challenging health issues worldwide with innovative solutions that significantly impact and improve lives | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 100,323 |  |
| 4 | [Best Buy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/best-buy) (bestbuy.com)<br>Enriching lives through technology by providing solutions in retail, online, and in-home services with a community of innovative and supportive employees | Retail | 🇺🇸 Richfield | 74,888 | 1966 |
| 5 | [Cargill](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cargill) (cargill.com)<br>A family company providing food, ingredients, solutions, and products in a sustainable way Partnering with producers and customers for a better future | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Wayzata | 69,086 |  |
| 6 | [3M](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/3m) (3m.com)<br>A company using science and technology to improve people's lives, making the impossible possible | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 63,807 | 1902 |
| 7 | [Ecolab](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ecolab) (ecolab.com)<br>A global leader providing water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions for various industries worldwide through comprehensive services and personalized insights | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 48,879 |  |
| 8 | [Dairy Queen](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dairy-queen) (dairyqueen.com)<br>Operating a global chain of quick-service restaurants, offering a variety of sweet treats, ice cream, and crave-worthy food items, supporting franchisees worldwide. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Bloomington | 35,814 | 1940 |
| 9 | [Purpose Brands, LLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/purpose-brands-llc) (sebrands.com)<br>A global franchise company focused on improving self-esteem through fitness, wellness, and beauty brands, with a strong culture of values | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Woodbury | 30,273 | 2002 |
| 10 | [General Mills](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/general-mills) (generalmills.com)<br>The company is dedicated to creating beloved food products while prioritizing positive impact, learning, innovation, and growth through collaboration and leadership | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 25,309 | 1928 |
| 11 | [Anytime Fitness](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/anytime-fitness) (anytimefitness.com)<br>A fast-growing fitness franchise offering entrepreneurs an affordable business model, recognized globally for its impact on health and work-life balance | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Woodbury | 19,031 | 2001 |
| 12 | [C.H. Robinson](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/c-h-robinson) (chrobinson.com)<br>Global leader in supply chain logistics, managing millions of shipments annually with tailored solutions across multiple transportation modes. | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇺🇸 Eden Prairie | 18,926 | 1905 |
| 13 | [Fastenal](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fastenal) (fastenal.com)<br>Fastenal provides local service, vending programs, and inventory management to help businesses strengthen supply chains, streamline operations, and plan for growth | Wholesale | 🇺🇸 Winona | 18,561 | 1967 |
| 14 | [Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ameriprise-financial-services-llc) (ameriprise.com)<br>Extensive investment advice, asset management, and insurance capabilities provided through a nationwide network of financial advisors to serve individual and institutional investors. | Financial Services | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 17,704 | 1894 |
| 15 | [Great Clips Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/great-clips-inc) (jobs.greatclips.com)<br>A salon brand with over 4,400 franchise-owned locations in the US and Canada, offering employment opportunities for corporate employees, stylists, and salon managers | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 12,592 | 1982 |
| 16 | [CWT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cwt) (cwtv.com)<br>A global business travel and meetings specialist partnering with companies and governments to provide safe, efficient, and sustainable travel experiences | Travel Arrangements | 🇺🇸 Minnetonka | 12,208 |  |
| 17 | [Polaris Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/polaris-inc) (polaris.com)<br>Global leader in Powersports, offering a diverse product lineup including off-road vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, boats, and accessories, with a focus on innovation and outdoor experiences | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Medina | 9,228 | 1954 |
| 18 | [G&K Services](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/g-and-k-services) (cintas.com)<br>Leading provider of branded uniform and facility services programs in the US and Canada with a team of 8,000 employees serving 170,000 customer locations | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇺🇸 Minnetonka | 8,280 | 1902 |
| 19 | [Donaldson](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/donaldson) (donaldson.com)<br>Global provider of filtration technologies and high-quality filters for various industries worldwide, with a strong focus on solving complex contamination control challenges | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Bloomington | 8,011 | 1915 |
| 20 | [Taylor Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/taylor-corporation) (taylor.com)<br>A leader in business communications, providing diverse products and services through printed and digital methods while prioritizing sustainability and employee growth | Printing Services | 🇺🇸 North Mankato | 7,021 | 1975 |
| 21 | [Land O'Lakes, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/land-o-lakes-inc) (landolakesinc.com)<br>A farmer and retailer-owned cooperative committed to creating new market opportunities, championing farming's potential, and creating a better world for all | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Arden Hills | 6,867 | 1921 |
| 22 | [Dayforce](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dayforce) (dayforce.com)<br>Global leader in HCM technology helping customers improve HR, payroll, talent, workforce management, and benefits to unlock full workforce potential | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 6,773 | 2009 |
| 23 | [The Toro Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-toro-company) (thetorocompany.com)<br>Portfolio of global brands providing innovative equipment and solutions for landscaping, construction, irrigation, and outdoor maintenance industries worldwide. | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 6,275 |  |
| 24 | [Covidien (Medtronic Minimally Invasive Therapies Group)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/covidien-medtronic-minimally-invasive-therapies-group) (medtronic.com)<br>A company acquired by Medtronic in 2015, focused on healthcare products Visit Medtronic's LinkedIn page for more information | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Fridley | 6,168 | 2007 |
| 25 | [Patterson Companies, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/patterson-companies-inc) (pattersoncompanies.com)<br>Strengthening oral and animal health markets in North America and the United Kingdom, guiding customers with bold solutions, providing expertise, products, technologies, and services. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 5,916 | 1877 |
| 26 | [St. Jude Medical](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-jude-medical) (cardiovascular.abbott)<br>Global medical device manufacturer transforming treatment for epidemic diseases with cost-effective technologies, focusing on cardiac, cardiovascular, and neuromodulation products. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 5,896 | 1976 |
| 27 | [maurices](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/maurices) (maurices.com)<br>A retail company offering Feel Good Fashion for Real Life™ in sizes 0-24, with a focus on wellness, empowerment, and a people-first culture | Retail | 🇺🇸 Duluth | 5,694 | 1931 |
| 28 | [H.B. Fuller](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/h-b-fuller) (hbfuller.com)<br>Global provider of adhesives, sealants, and specialty chemicals enhancing product quality and convenience across multiple industries worldwide. | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Vadnais Heights | 5,627 | 1887 |
| 29 | [Andersen Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/andersen-corporation) (andersenwindows.com)<br>A leading manufacturer of premium windows and doors, dedicated to helping customers express their style and giving back to communities | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇺🇸 Bayport | 5,361 | 1903 |
| 30 | [Graco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/graco) (graco.com)<br>A global leader in fluid handling systems and components, providing technology for fluid management in industrial and commercial settings through innovative products and distribution channels | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 4,942 | 1926 |
| 31 | [Schwan's Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/schwan-s-company) (schwanscompany.com)<br>Producer and marketer of diverse ethnic and global foods, including pizzas, desserts, and Asian-style products across North America. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Marshall | 4,847 | 1952 |
| 32 | [Daikin Applied Americas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/daikin-applied-americas) (daikinapplied.com)<br>Provides advanced HVAC systems focusing on air quality, energy efficiency, IoT integration, and next-generation compressors through global sales and service network. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 4,833 | 1924 |
| 33 | [Hormel Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hormel-foods) (hormelfoods.com)<br>Global branded food company offering a wide range of trusted and iconic food brands across more than 80 countries worldwide. | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Austin | 4,818 | 1891 |
| 34 | [Caribou Coffee](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/caribou-coffee) (cariboucoffee.com)<br>Serves high-quality handcrafted beverages and crave-worthy food globally, focusing on personal connections, community support, and premium ingredients in its coffeehouses. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 4,744 | 1992 |
| 35 | [Ceridian](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ceridian) (dayforce.com)<br>The company formerly known as Ceridian is now Dayforce, committed to improving work life for employees through innovative solutions | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 4,186 |  |
| 36 | [nVent](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nvent) (nvent.com)<br>Provides global electrical connection and protection solutions, designing, manufacturing, marketing, installing, and servicing high-performance products and solutions for sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 St. Louis Park | 4,056 | 2018 |
| 37 | [University of St. Thomas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-st-thomas) (stthomas.edu)<br>Private university in Minnesota offering values-based education, career preparation, and degrees in over 100 fields Emphasis on moral leadership and critical thinking | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 4,033 | 1885 |
| 38 | [Allianz Life](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/allianz-life) (allianzlife.com)<br>Provider of fixed index annuities, indexed universal life insurance, and investment advisory services focused on retirement and financial risk management. | Insurance | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 4,002 |  |
| 39 | [Patterson Dental](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/patterson-dental) (pattersondental.com)<br>Provides dental practices with products, equipment, software, and services, acting as a trusted partner for oral health professionals since 1877. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 3,352 | 1877 |
| 40 | [SPS Commerce](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sps-commerce) (spscommerce.com)<br>Cloud technology platform connecting retail partners globally to optimize supply chain operations with expert support and data-driven collaboration. | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 3,343 | 2001 |
| 41 | [Arctic Wolf](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arctic-wolf) (arcticwolf.com)<br>Provides security operations as a concierge service, offering 24x7 monitoring, detection, response, and ongoing risk management to strengthen security posture. | Computer and Network Security | 🇺🇸 Eden Prairie | 3,297 |  |
| 42 | [Snap Fitness](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/snap-fitness) (snapfitness.com)<br>A global fitness brand offering 24/7 access, inclusive and supportive workout experiences, affordable franchise opportunities, and state-of-the-art equipment | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Chanhassen | 3,202 | 2004 |
| 43 | [Securian Financial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/securian-financial) (securian.com)<br>Providing innovative insurance and retirement products through partnerships to help individuals, families, and businesses secure their financial futures. | Financial Services | 🇺🇸 Saint Paul | 3,084 | 1880 |
| 44 | [TENNANT SA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tennant-company) (tennantco.com)<br>A leader in the cleaning industry, developing innovative and sustainable solutions to address indoor and outdoor cleaning challenges globally | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Eden Prairie | 2,671 | 1870 |
| 45 | [Jostens](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jostens) (jostens.com)<br>This company helps individuals celebrate important moments by providing class rings, yearbooks, graduation products, and more with a focus on creating lasting memories | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 2,983 | 1897 |
| 46 | [Bio-Techne](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bio-techne) (bio-techne.com)<br>A leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality purified proteins, reagent solutions, diagnostic products, and genomic tools for research and clinical use globally | Biotechnology Research | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 2,924 |  |
| 47 | [DigiKey](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/digikey) (digikey.com)<br>A full-service partner providing design tools, business solutions, and a vast selection of electronic components to aid engineers from prototype to production | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Thief River Falls | 2,682 | 1972 |
| 48 | [Starkey Hearing](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/starkey-hearing) (starkey.com)<br>Design, develop, manufacture, and distribute advanced digital hearing aids globally through multiple brands with evidence-based technology. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Eden Prairie | 2,527 | 1967 |
| 49 | [Jamf](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jamf) (jamf.com)<br>Software providing management and security solutions for Apple devices used by businesses, schools, and government organizations worldwide. | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Minneapolis | 2,522 |  |
| 50 | [Thermo King](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/thermo-king) (thermoking.com)<br>Development and innovation of sustainable transport refrigeration and temperature control solutions aimed at improving customer quality of life. | Truck Transportation | 🇺🇸 Bloomington | 2,512 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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