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Elevate Hennepin business advisors
Thursday, September 24
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Elevate Hennepin 2026 Thriving Thursday in Hopkins

Whether you're launching a new venture or growing an existing business, these events offer a chance to connect face-to-face with professional consultants, Business Navigators, and city economic development staff all at no cost.

 

Sep 23

Reduce your risk, protect your future – SBA mitigation information session

The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting an information session for homeowners, business owners, and private nonprofit organizations.

 


Presented by: Small Business Administration (SBA)

Sep 24

Elevate Hennepin 2026 Thriving Thursday in Hopkins

Whether you're launching a new venture or growing an existing business, these events offer a chance to connect face-to-face with professional consultants, Business Navigators, and city economic development staff all at no cost.

 

Presented by: Elevate Hennepin and City of Hopkins

Sep 24

City of Minneapolis small business support

Meet with a representative from City of Minneapolis Small Business Team to learn about their resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs. 

 

Presented by: Hennepin County Library and the City of Minneapolis

Sep 24

Why build a business plan?

 This workshop demonstrates why a business plan is far more than a financing document—it is the operating blueprint for your business.

 

Presented by: SCORE Twin Cities

Real businesses, real stories.

Elevate Hennepin at mid-year 2026.

Measuring Elevate Hennepin performance through the first half of 2026

Since Hennepin County launched Elevate Hennepin, our advisor network and cohort facilitators have supported 5,264 unique business owners in cities across Hennepin County. These entrepreneurs leveraged one-on-one advising, cohorts, workshops, and on-demand learning.

Alex Gebru founder of A1 Tree and Stump Removal

A1 Tree & Stump Removal hones vision for growth in HR Next

With guidance found in HR Next, Alex Gerbu developed a new vision for growth and evolution at A1 Tree & Stump Removal.