Elevate Your Business
We connect Hennepin County business owners to advisors, training, and resources.
Resources to power your business
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Identify the best resources for your needs with one-on-one advising.
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Get connected to professional resources, tools, and guidance from business experts.
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Meet with a Business Navigator to assess your best next step.
Measuring Elevate Hennepin performance through the first half of 2026
Since Hennepin County launched Elevate Hennepin, our advisor network and cohort facilitators have supported 5,264 unique business owners in cities across Hennepin County. These entrepreneurs leveraged one-on-one advising, cohorts, workshops, and on-demand learning.
Latest announcements
Startup World Cup Returns to the Twin Cities
Organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures, this premiere no-cost competition brings together innovative startups from across the region to pitch in front of investors, ecosystem leaders, and peers.
Build Something Great in the next 12-week Chameleon cohort
Join the virtual 12-week Build Something Great Cohort starting this September.
Ensure you’re up to date on COVID EIDL payments
As COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (COVID EIDL) borrowers move deeper into the repayment period, many business owners are beginning to receive reminder letters from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). These notices are part of SBA’s effort to ensure borrowers remain aware of their repayment responsibilities now that the original 30‑month deferment period has ended.
6,000 pounds of food waste diverted at Midtown Global Market
Five businesses at Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis have launched organics recycling through a Hennepin County grant, marking a meaningful step toward more sustainable business operations.
Events
Certified, now what workshop
This workshop is designed to help you strategize and maximize the benefits of your certification.
Drop-in business consultations
Drop in to speak with representatives from the Small Business Administration and the City of Minneapolis Small Business Team to get free help starting, running, or growing your business.
Do you understand your customer? Entrepreneurship for good training
From Issue to Viable Plan, where you’ll have the chance to gain insights and guidance on building and growing your venture.
QuickBooks online basic training
This training supports small business owners in getting setup with QuickBooks, navigating key features and pulling financial reports.