Facilitator
Tom Wegner
Tom Wegner is an experienced applied economist with over thirty years of experience conducting market analysis and public policy evaluation.
Throughout his career, he has worked with prominent organizations such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Land O’Lakes, Inc., and the University of Minnesota.
Tom has developed a deep understanding of local land use regulations, Minnesota market dynamics, and federal policies affecting agricultural businesses. He has also facilitated community-driven initiatives to develop local natural resource plans and played a key role in overseeing a merger of two cities in the western Twin Cities metropolitan area. His extensive experience bridges the gap between economic theory and real-world, practical applications.