Success stories
Entrepreneurs power their success with Elevate Hennepin
Real-life examples of business success from Elevate Hennepin
The results speak for themselves: see how entrepreneurs like you are growing their businesses, gaining confidence as business owners, and building their skills with the support of Elevate Hennepin.
Five steps to creating a great business plan
Every business should have a solid business plan, and not just for securing financing or investors, but as a guiding strategy for the business as challenges or distractions.
Stinson Services smooths the roofing-industry rollercoaster in HR Next
Stinson Services was growing, but HR challenges were too. So, Ryan Stinson joined HR Next to take on those challenges and develop a HR strategy to smooth out the seasonal volatility and strengthen the company culture for the long term.
Advisor Tashie George offers support and connection
Tashie George has built several successful businesses and now she's guiding small business owners and idea-stage entrepreneurs on how to avoid the many roadblocks she faced as the lead advisor with IFRI-TRYV, a nonprofit small-business support organization.
LumberStash finds the right tool in Elevate Hennepin
A pry bar and a seat with wheels is all Jeremy Marshik needs for a lot of his day-to-day work at LumberStash, but he looked to Elevate Hennepin consulting for guidance on finding the right digital tools to help his business grow.
Meet your 12 new Elevate Hennepin advisors
Elevate Hennepin is proud to introduce 12 new expert advisors and consultants that bring even deeper business support to the advisor network.
The Clay Pit builds community with Elevate Hennepin guidance
When Soren Aster saw a pottery studio open up, they leaned on Elevate Hennepin for support to finance and lease what would become The Clay Pit.
2024 highlights from Elevate Hennepin
In 2024, Elevate Hennepin continued to provide transformational impact for businesses of all sizes all across Hennepin County.Elevate Hennepin in the media
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