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 With Business Planning Assistance from the Small Business Development Center
The Central Region Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is excited to announce that SBDC consultant Ahmed Mohidin is working with an ownership team of East African Americans in the development of the Capital Multicultural Mall.
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday, June 23, 2022 to celebrate the first phase of the mall's opening which is an event center named Capital Events. The facility’s first official event was a marriage celebration held the following day.
Future plans for the remaining space include construction to accommodate multicultural vendors and shops. The mall is located at 3123 Roosevelt Road, St. Cloud, MN.
The Small Business Development Center is a no‐cost technical assistance provider that is prepared to assist business owners and those interested in starting a business with seeking capital, business plan development, marketing, succession planning and many other aspects of running a business.
To find an SBDC near you visit MNSBDC.com.

Made in America.gov provides relevant market intelligence to those interested in doing business with the U.S. government. It is designed to promote transparency in federal procurement by enabling manufacturers and other interested parties to easily identify opportunities by reviewing waivers to Made in America laws. The Made in America Office (MIAO) will ensure that any waivers from Made in America laws are applied clearly, consistently, and transparently across federal agencies.
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- July 12, Video Marketing Strategies That Generate Engagement and Leads | SCORE
- July 12, Online Market Research Resources (SCORE)
- July 12, Starting a Business at 50+ (SCORE)
- July 13, Activate Your Ideas (SCORE)
- July 13, Creating TikTok Content for your Business | SBDC
- July 14, Sale of Partnership Interest: Comprehensive Case Study (IRS)
- July 14, Ask an Expert - Retail Strategies that Address Supply Chain, Automated Technology, Social Commerce and More | SCORE
- Ju;y 14, Local SEO (SCORE)
- July 14, Session 5: Developing a marketing plan: Series information, Tribal Nations Partnership: Building a Presence in E-Commerce (ITA)
- July 18 - 22, America's Seed Fund Week 2022
- July 19, Ask an Expert - Solutions to the Challenges of Rural Business Ownership | SCORE
- July 19, IRS Nationwide Tax Forum: Welcome (IRS) (5-week duration)
- Ju;y 20, Buying A Business (SCORE)
- July 20, Blogging for Business: Expand Your Reach with Helpful Content (SCORE)
- July 21, The Business of Farming and Ranching presented by USDA and SBA
- July 21, Is Crowdfunding Right for My Business? (SCORE)
- July 21, Time for TikTok (SCORE)
- July 21, Small Business Cybersecurity and Scam Defense Strategy Update for 2022-2023 | SCORE
- July 26, Creating Good Jobs: Perspectives from Small Employers
- August 11, NSIN Presents: Defense Entrepreneurial Symposium | National Security Innovation Network
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