SBA Cybersecurity Summit

Join us virtually on October 16 and October 23, 2024, for the SBA Cyber Summit, your premier destination for mastering cybersecurity in the small business landscape. This invaluable event is completely free to register and attend! Discover cutting-edge strategies and solutions from a diverse lineup of experts, including top cybersecurity specialists, business coaches, peer entrepreneurs, […]

Impact Investing for Everyone: A New Framework for Positive Change

Do you ever wonder how, as just one person, you can create impactful change? The truth is, your potential goes far beyond traditional charity—your investments can be a powerful force for good! Whether you’re new to investing or looking to transform your portfolio into a vehicle for positive impact, it’s crucial to find your ‘why’ […]

The Power of Grassroots Marketing

Feeling stuck with your current marketing strategy? In today’s digital marketing landscape, it can be easy to feel discouraged when tech-driven tactics fail to gain traction. Whether you’re launching a new product or looking to reignite interest in an existing one, the key to success lies in cultivating an intricate understanding of your target audience. […]

Idea to Impact: Sales Strategy for B2B Startups

Scaling your sales process is a pivotal step for B2B startups seeking to ensure sustainable growth. Understanding the phases of development and key accelerators of revenue can transform how your business operates and scales. The Nasdaq Center is excited to host Scott Sambucci, Founder and CEO at SalesQualia, to lead this dynamic workshop on how […]

Boots to Business Reboot for Veterans and Spouses

Join the Central Region SBDC, the WWBIC Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) and the Minnesota SBA District Office for our Boots to Business - REBOOT class on Friday November 8, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM cst. This special in-person class is being hosted in honor of National Veterans Small Business Week. The curriculum provides […]

Boots to Business Reboot for Veterans and Spouses

Join the Southeast Region SBDC, the WWBIC Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) and the Minnesota SBA District Office for our Boots to Business - REBOOT class on Wednesday November 13, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM cst. This special in-person class is being hosted in honor of National Veterans Small Business Week. The curriculum provides […]

Revitalizing Innovation

The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center is thrilled to begin this series with a comprehensive overview of the Venture Equity Project’s newly released research report Revitalizing Innovation: Models of Equitable Entrepreneurship across the U.S. Nicola Corzine, CEO of Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, will provide an overview of the key findings followed, a Q&A session with Heartland Forward, and […]

An Holistic Approach to Entrepreneurial Wellbeing

With heightened competition across industries in today's business landscape, standing out requires bold, creative strategies that go beyond the traditional elements of innovation. To truly succeed, entrepreneurs need to embrace meaningful relationships through networking and strategic partnerships, and build communities that amplify their brand and help to unlock new opportunities. The Nasdaq Center is delighted […]

Branding vs. Selling: Which One to Do (and When)

Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center

The world’s most successful brands have two secrets to exponential growth: 1) The great brands were not built by an army of salespeople, and 2) Powerful brands can “sell” less to drive revenue because their brands have already done the heavy lifting. To clarify, great brands already have customers “pre-sold” and ready to buy: no […]

Small Business Week Awards Overview

The National and Minnesota Small Business Week Awards are back!  The SBA is now accepting nominations until December 5th for its 2025 National Small Business Week Awards, including the Small Business Person of the Year, and local Minnesota awards. Could you be the next winner? Check out the national website at https://www.sba.gov/nsbw and then attend these office […]

The Enduring Enterprise: Navigating Crisis in Advanced Economies

In a world where uncertainty has become the norm, how can businesses learn to navigate crisis and adapt for long-term success? Family enterprises in emerging and frontier markets have faced and overcome challenges that most businesses in advanced economies could never imagine—yet, their stories hold valuable lessons for leaders everywhere. The Nasdaq Center is excited […]

Startup Pitch Practice: Share Your Idea and Get Expert Feedback

To launch a great startup, it is critical to get feedback on your ideas from entrepreneurs who have been there and done that. On this live online event, we will gather several startup experts ready to provide feedback for aspiring entrepreneurs. The event will start by providing guidelines to create a compelling elevator pitch, and […]