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'A village' of support behind Rayaf Health
Rayaf Health co-founders leaned on Elevate Hennepin consulting and cohort learning to launch their new clinic in South Minneapolis.Latest announcements
Reminder: Elevate Hennepin small business loan funds available
As part of the Elevate Hennepin small business capital strategy, financing opportunities are available for small businesses.
Introducing Thriving Thursdays: Elevate Hennepin pop-up office hours
Elevate Hennepin, a no-cost business-support initiative from Hennepin County, is coming to a city near you this summer and fall!
$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.
Events
Black business week summit
Join Neighborhood Development Center, Midtown Global Market, and City of MPLS as we celebrate entrepreneurs across the Twin Cities.
Are you lender ready?
SBA’s newest initiative, the Are You Lender Ready Series, focuses on preparing small business owners to ask for a loan.
Are you workin' hard or smart? Part 2
Small biz owners, it’s time for a business reality check! Are you running your biz like a well-oiled machine—or just winging it?
Business boost: tell your story, sell your brand
Learn how to craft and refine a compelling story to boost your brand AND your sales!