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New business resource program

Hennepin County has launched a new resource program designed to connect local businesses and entrepreneurs with expertise, capital and resources. Elevate HennepinSM allows new and existing businesses to utilize free resources to establish their footing, map out next steps and identify growth opportunities.

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