MN Tech Mag | Fall/Winter 2021

COVER STORY

Culture-Driven Leadership

INTERVIEW BY: NATALIE SHEFFIELD

Rod Young is leading Delta Dental of Minnesota with an emphasis on collaboration, culture, and inclusion. With distinct dedication, Rod Young set his sights on becoming a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) early on during his career. He achieved his goal – three times over – and leads Delta Dental of Minnesota with a people-first mentality. We caught up with the Twin Cities Business 2021 Minnesota Business Hall of Fame inductee to reflect on his career and gain insight into his leadership approach.

Left to Right: Dr. Reena Gajjar, Sarah Leeth, Rod Young, Douglas Harrison, Peter Vladimirov

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