October 2, 2025
The Board of Directors of NAMI Minnesota has appointed Marcus Schmit as its next executive director, effective October 27.
Schmit succeeds Sue Abderholden, who has led the organization for more than 20 years, and whose advocacy has elevated NAMI Minnesota into one of the state’s most trusted voices for mental health.
Schmit currently serves as executive director of Hearth Connection, a nonprofit focused on ending long-term homelessness through supportive housing and systems partnerships. With more than two decades of experience in nonprofit and public sector leadership, Schmit brings a strong track record in public policy, systems change, and coalition-building.
Schmit’s career includes serving as assistant commissioner at the Minnesota Department of Corrections, director of advocacy at Second Harvest Heartland, and senior roles with MNsure and in the Office of Congressman Tim Walz.
November 13, 2025
At its November 8 meeting, the MMA Board of Trustees approved a list of priorities that aim to make Minnesota the best place to practice and Minnesotans the healthiest in the nation.
November 13, 2025
The years-long saga between the University of Minnesota and M Health Fairview took another twist this week as Fairview and University of Minnesota Physicians (UMP) announced a separate 10-year deal without the university's approval.
November 13, 2025
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State (OSS) is accepting applications for two open physician seats on the Minnesota Drug Formulary Committee.