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Wednesday, November 18
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Get Started with Elevate Hennepin

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

 

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Nov 10

Canva Academy for small business

Learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required.

 

Presented by: Hennepin County Library and Social Club Simple

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Nov 10

Starting a food business 101

At this workshop, you'll receive the key ingredients needed to start a food business while refining your business model.

 

Presented by: Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON)

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Nov 12

Skilled trades webinar - energy efficiency

Energy efficiency can help businesses reduce operating costs but knowing where to start can be a challenge.

 

Presented by: Metropolitan Economic Development Association (MEDA)

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Nov 12

AI for small business webinar

The 2026 playbook for small business owners who want to be the obvious choice — built by the SBDC and Vivid Image. 

 

Presented by: Southwest MN SBDC

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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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