Start a Business, Grow a Business
Resource Event

Tuesday, October 17

9:30 - 10:30 am Workshop: Starting a Business in Minnesota

10:30 - 11:30 am Small Business Resource Fair

Southdale Library | 7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435

Come in and speak face-to-face with representatives from organizations committed to supporting small business owners.

The following organizations will be participating:

• Elevate Hennepin: A resource hub powered by Hennepin County connecting local entrepreneurs to trusted resources and expert advisors at no cost.
• Hired/CLIMB: CLIMB is a program designed to assist aspiring entrepreneurs with training and consulting for a successful business launch or growth.  
• LegalCORPS: Provides free legal assistance to low-income entrepreneurs and innovators and small nonprofits in Minnesota, through the services of volunteer business lawyers. 
• Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers - Open to Business: Provides free business counseling to entrepreneurs. Will work with you to develop a business plan, identify challenges and opportunities, and tailor solutions to your business needs. Will also work to find financing that best meets your needs.
• Metropolitan Economic Development Association: Provides wrap-around services in management education, money, and market to support the success of BIPOC entrepreneurs.
• NextStage: With free customized, direct assistance and practical solutions for businesses, they support entrepreneurs at every stage. 

• Think Small: Through the Child Care Wayfinder program, assists and guides people interested in starting or expanding a child care business, including licensing, business skills, connecting with other professionals, and sharing resources.

• WomenVenture: Provides women of all ages, cultures, races, and income levels with the tools and resources to achieve economic success through small business ownership. Services include training, lending, and childcare business services.

• Vamos Entrepreneur: Helping aspiring entrepreneurs and startups to succeed. 

• Workshop provided by Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, Small Business Assistance Office: Offers individual consultation services and a comprehensive series of business guidebooks, helping reduce expenses for small businesses.

• More resources still being added!

Can’t make it to the event? Find small business resources at: joinusmn.com/smallbusiness

Not Sure Starting a Business is Right for You? CareerForce can also help you prepare for and find good jobs now!

Get personal assistance job search assistance by phone or email with CareerForce specialists. Find contact information for staff at a CareerForce location near you at CareerForceMN.com/locations.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations to attend this event should contact us at
952-703-7730 at least 3 days before the event.