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Thursday, October 29
Featured event

Certified presence positioning for business growth

Are you ready to gain the insights and take the practical steps to position yourself for success?

 

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Oct 21

Get Started with Elevate Hennepin

This 90-minute no-cost, virtual workshop is designed for anyone looking to jumpstart their idea for a business.

 

Presented by: Elevate Hennepin

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Oct 22

Connecting Minnesota strengths with Chilean and Argentine market demand

This webinar will explore opportunities in Chile and Argentina — two important South American markets with growing demand for U.S. manufacturing expertise, industrial equipment, technology, and value-added products.

 

Presented by: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)

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Oct 28

2026 Hennepin County small business networking event - exhibitors

Meet local entrepreneurs and grow your network at the 2026 Hennepin County Small Business Networking Event!

 

Presented by: Small Business Access Team (SBAT)

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Oct 28

Contingency planning for those who have launched

This session will help you anticipate potential problems and develop key strategies to navigate the unexpected.

 

Presented by: Impact Hub

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Real businesses, real stories.

Madee Weisner, founder of Open Studio Sewing

CEO Start offers polish, confidence for Open Studio Sewing

When Madee Weisner started teaching people to sew, she loved it. She worked with advisors and joined CEO Start. And today, she's celebrating a year in business. 

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Lowry Hill East Neighborhood Association employee posing with waste bins provided via grants from Hennepin County.

Bins, bags, and collaboration: Tackling business waste with Hennepin County

Businesses generate nearly half of Hennepin County’s total waste, making them critical partners in Hennepin County’s zero-waste goals. But they’re not on their own to figure it out. 

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