Elevate Your Business
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Minnesota Women’s Press develops growth strategy in CEO Now
Local publisher Mikki Morrissette joined Elevate Hennepin’s CEO Now cohort to stop "flying by the seat of my pants."
Latest announcements
Elevate Hennepin small business loan funds available
As part of the Elevate Hennepin small business capital strategy, two new financing opportunities are available for small businesses.
$100,000 at stake in second-annual Hatch Bloomington contest
The City of Bloomington announced Hatch Bloomington is back for a second year, and so is a chance to win $100,000 to bring a bold business idea to life in Bloomington.
HR Next cohort
HR Next is a group-learning opportunity that empowers business leaders with no-cost consulting, data-informed tactics, and strategies to solve workforce challenges and improve overall business health.
CEO Now group learning
Dozens of business owners have transformed their business and how they think about their business. Apply today and build your business with your peers.
Events
Founder curious? Exploring energy and cleantech entrepreneurship
Curious about what it takes to start an energy or cleantech company? Learn from people who have taken the leap.
IP brief advice clinic
Our free brief advice clinic, where participants can receive up to 30 minutes of free, confidential guidance for their non-litigation intellectual property issues.
City of Minneapolis small business support
Community Resource Tabling. Meet with a representative from City of Minneapolis Small Business Team to learn about their resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs. No appointment necessary.
Marketing in a digital world
Marketing in a Digital World will help you get noticed and build a community online.