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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