
Business Spotlight: Red Wing Port Authority drives economic growth
August 26, 2025
The Red Wing Port Authority serves as the lead economic development agency for the city, working to attract, retain and expand businesses that contribute to the community’s long-term vitality.
“The Port Authority is the primary leader for promoting economic and industrial development, together with identifying and coordinating redevelopment for the purpose of enhancing the tax base, promoting employment and contributing to the economic vitality and quality of life of the City of Red Wing,” said Port Authority Manager Shari Chorney.
Red Wing has been an industrial and manufacturing community for more than 100 years. Since 1985, the Port Authority has helped businesses expand and relocate to the area, including D.B. Industries, Food Service Specialties and BIC.