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!

We’re eager to announce the Thriving Thursdays series where business owners and entrepreneurs can drop in for in-person, office-hours style consulting. Connect face-to-face with Elevate Hennepin consultants, Business Navigators, and city economic development staff for guidance on the next right step for your business.

What to expect

During each Thriving Thursdays pop-up, you can:

• Connect with professional Elevate Hennepin consultants for marketing guidance, business strategy, and more
• Identify city, county, state, and federal resources to support your business or idea
• Build your network with local business leaders and city staff

This monthly series offers an accessible opportunity to explore free resources, ask questions, and gain confidence in your business journey.

Why attend Thriving Thursdays?

Elevate Hennepin’s Thriving Thursdays pop-ups are more than drop-in hours. They’re a collaboration between city partners and Hennepin County designed to bring professional advisors directly into communities across the county. Whether you’re launching a new venture or scaling up, these sessions offer tailored support without the pressure of formal appointments.

Mark your calendar for the month in your city—and drop in for any of the Thriving Thursday events!

Thriving Thursday events and locations

Brooklyn Center – July 17
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Brooklyn Center City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, 55430

Brooklyn Park – August 21
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Brooklyn Park Small Business Center, 7970 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55445

Hopkins – September 18
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, Minnesota 55343

RSVP here 

Rogers – October 16
8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
21st Century Bank Event Center, 12716 Main Street, Rogers, Minnesota 55374

RSVP here

New Hope – November 20
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
New Hope City Hall, 4401 Xylon Avenue North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55427

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Minnetonka  – November 20
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Marsh, 15000 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345

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Dayton – December 18
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

12260 South Diamond Lake Road, Dayton, MN 55327

RSVP here