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Minnetonka Thriving Thursdays: Elevate Hennepin pop-up office hours

Elevate Hennepin is hitting the road with Thriving Thursdays. Join us in Brooklyn Park 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.

MCCD (business support)

For close to thirty years, MCCD members have worked together to increase opportunities for the development of quality, community-based projects through collaborative action on public policy issues, loan fund development, public education efforts, and long-term strategic planning. Through these efforts, the organization has demonstrated the effectiveness and efficiencies gained by a shared vision of cooperation. We collaborate with clients to manage risk and prepare their businesses for robust growth.

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.

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Minnetonka Thriving Thursdays: Elevate Hennepin pop-up office hours

Date

November 20, 2025

Time

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Location

The Marsh

15000 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Presented by

City of Minnetonka

Cost

no-cost

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