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2024 Entrepreneur Expo

The Entrepreneur Expo connects micro-entrepreneurs and new business owners – especially those who are women, Black, Indigenous, people of color, immigrants or LGBTQ+ – with organizations dedicated to supporting their success. Build your network, meet with organizations, and get advice from experts who will help you launch and grow your business!

Key Topics:

  • Skill-building workshops on business formation, taxes, financing, and going independent
  • Local and community-focused entrepreneur-serving exhibitors
  • Free one-on-one business consultations
  • Free professional headshots

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2024 Entrepreneur Expo

Date

October 05, 2024

Time

9:00 am - 1:30 pm

Location

300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Presented by

Hennepin County Library

Cost

Free

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