Elevate Your Business
We connect Hennepin County business owners to advisors, training, and resources.
We stand with our business community.
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February is Shop Local Month in Hennepin County
Hennepin County has proclaimed February as Shop Local Month in partnership with the State of Minnesota.
Latest announcements
Small business relief funds
Our small businesses need support more than ever right now. Several relief funds for businesses impacted by the federal immigration enforcement surge have been established.
Federal response resources
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Apply for the Chameleon Retail Cohort
In this cohort participants will refine their skills, network with experts, understand their goals, and strengthen their business plans.
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.
Events
From zero to funded: how to launch a successful GoFundMe campaign
This webinar that breaks down exactly how to craft a compelling story, set the right funding goal, and attract early momentum.
Marketing your business in uncertain times
Join us for this short and practical webinar for local business owners focused on clear, low-cost marketing actions you can take right now.
2026 capital access workshop
Dive into this capital access education workshop that will cover the wide array of funding options that are appropriate for each stage of a company, from pre-revenue to over $1 Million.
Sales and use tax for taxable service providers
This course covers how Minnesota Sales and Use Tax laws apply to businesses providing these taxable services in Minnesota.