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Hennepin County resource for entrepreneurs

Hennepin County started Elevate Hennepin to better connect business owners and entrepreneurs to expertise, capital, and resources. Elevate Hennepin is one way Hennepin County is building a more inclusive and robust economy where people and businesses from all backgrounds can thrive.

All advisors and services are paid for by Hennepin County and other partner agencies so they can be offered free to businesses.

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Elevate Hennepin impacts for q2 2024

Elevate Hennepin serves 462 entrepreneurs with 4,243 hours of advising in Q2

In the second quarter of 2024, advisors spent 4,243 hours supporting 462 business and entrepreneurs.
Chris and Leanne of Ripple Effect brewing in Rogers Minnesota who used Elevate Hennepin for no cost business advising.

A ripple effect in Rogers

Craft beer enthusiasts open first microbrewery in Rogers with support from Elevate Hennepin.