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Thursday, December 18
Featured event

Dayton Thriving Thursdays: Elevate Hennepin pop-up office hours

Whether you're launching a new venture or growing an existing business, these events offer a chance to connect face-to-face with professional consultants, Business Navigators, and city economic development staff all at no cost.

 

Dec 14

Chameleon Retail Cohort

The Chameleon Cohort is an 8-week retail training program designed to empower BIPOC and women-owned businesses to refine their skills, strengthen business plans, and apply for a brick-and-mortar shop downtown and financial support.

 

Presented by: Chameleon, NEON, and Something Great

Dec 16

Small business program certification for the State of MN

Learn more about the Program and how to apply for certification in this workshop.

 

Presented by: MNSBIR, Inc.

Dec 16

Entrepreneurial impact

Expert partners delivering actionable resources from funding guidance to technical solutions, while connecting with East Side businesses.

 

Presented by: St. Thomas Family Business Center

Dec 17

2025 Minnesota renewable energy roundtable

The event will dive into the interconnected systems that drive biogas and renewable natural gas, from manure to landfills, food waste, wastewater, natural gas pipelines, and more.

 

Presented by: MNSBIR, Inc.

Real businesses, real stories.

A checkmark on a blackboard.

Step-by-step: Renew your business in Minnesota

Most businesses in Hennepin County must file an annual renewal with the Minnesota Secretary of State by December 31 to stay active.

Shop My Closet founder with advisors

Vision to vibrant retail hub with Elevate Hennepin

Elevate Hennepin helps an entrepreneur launch a unique shopping concept in Uptown Minneapolis.