Brooklyn Center Thriving Thursdays: Elevate Hennepin pop-up office hours

Elevate Hennepin is hitting the road with Thriving Thursdays. Join us in Brooklyn Center for our monthly pop-up series designed to bring expert business support directly into communities across Hennepin County. 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.

No appointments needed, just show up and get connected.

NewPublica (Marketing Advisor)
NewPublica is a full-service public relations and strategic communications firm uniquely poised for a rapidly changing world. Our approach is inclusive, and our experience extends from mainstream to diverse audiences. We understand that exceptional communication in a diverse ecosystem of communities is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. We work in every sector ranging from corporations to nonprofits and everything in between. Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Oromo, and Karen.

ConnectUP! (Business Strategy)
ConnectUP! Institute is a social finance and enterprise development studio. We provide education, consulting, and collaboration on innovative social finance as well as enterprise development for entrepreneurs from underestimated communities. We provide community, content, connections, and capital for businesses 0-10 years old that are non-tech. We focus on supporting you in developing your ‘back office’ through three critical areas of business growth and development: operations, communications, and financials.

Hennepin County Business Navigator
Whether your business is new or established, our goal is to assist you in finding opportunities to learn and grow. Business Navigators are here to help you find an advisor, group learning, or webinar.

What to Expect:

• One-on-one guidance from Elevate Hennepin consultants
• Help navigating city, county, and state business resources
• Networking with local business leaders and city staff

Join us to explore free tools, ask questions, and get personalized support in a relaxed, drop-in setting.