The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center is thrilled to bring you this series with a comprehensive overview of the The Venture Equity Summit will convene leaders from across the U.S. to share new models and insights in support of underrepresented entrepreneurs and venture capital fund managers, and debut the Venture Equity Project’s 2024 research report Revitalizing Innovation: Models […]
Government contracting can be complex and subject matter experts with Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota APEX Accelerators in collaboration with the Small Business Administration are here to provide technical assistance and walk you through the process. Learn how to find local, state, and federal opportunities to grow your business, while navigating the process of […]
Are hidden scars holding your business back? Our early experiences often shape our beliefs about money in adulthood and can create deep-rooted financial trauma that sabotages our success as entrepreneurs. What if you could heal those hidden wounds and unlock your true financial potential? The Nasdaq Center is thrilled to be joined by Kalpashree Gupta, […]
Sourcing Capital for Your Business Identifying and accessing sources of debt and equity capital for small businesses and entrepreneurs is a never ending challenge. Join us for an overview of this resource guide to sources and types of capital for small businesses in the Twin Cities to St. Cloud, Duluth and the Western Wisconsin border from […]
Starting and scaling a product-based business can feel overwhelming, especially when working with limited capital. For founders, navigating everything from customer profiling to pricing strategies requires focus, creativity, and a willingness to learn from both successes and setbacks. Thankfully, with the right tools and insights, growing your business on a budget is entirely possible. The […]
Managing finances as an entrepreneur is about creating a system that supports your business goals while fostering personal financial stability. For women entrepreneurs, achieving financial wellness often requires balancing the demands of bootstrapping, managing credit, and paying yourself—all while making strategic decisions about where to allocate limited resources. The Nasdaq Center is thrilled to be […]
Are you ready to test the waters of state contracting? Have you considered diversifying your customer base to include the government as a customer? The Department of Administration’s APEX Accelerator and Office of Equity in Procurement (OEP) will be offering this session so you can learn about registering as a vendor, understanding the SWIFT system, possible certifications, […]
Join us for an insightful Venture Equity Project Virtual Event on KPI-Driven Innovation this January 16, 2024! Entrepreneurial ecosystem leaders will share frameworks and metrics for achieving inclusion goals. Dr. Banu Ozkazanc-Pan (Barrett Hazeltine Professor, Brown University & Director, Venture Capital Inclusion Lab) will moderate a discussion with Thom Ruhe (President & CEO, NC IDEA […]
For early-stage founders, building the right connections can be the key to unlocking both funding opportunities and market success. At the same time, entrepreneurs may struggle to identify and activate impactful relationships with potential funders, channel partners, and key influencers who can help them scale. How do you find and leverage the connections that will […]
Attend St. Paul area chamber's Chamber Connect gathering. This event offers an ideal setting to strengthen your relationships with fellow professionals, while also supporting member organizations and businesses. Date: January 22 @ 4:00pm Location: Pimento Jamaican Kitchen There will be appetizers available and a cash bar to enjoy throughout the event. Don’t miss out—mark your […]
How can you build a thriving, values-driven company that fosters both personal and professional growth while creating lasting impact? For Gesche Haas, Founder and CEO at Dreamers & Doers, the journey began with a personal need and evolved into a global movement that has empowered thousands of women entrepreneurs. Her story is one of resilience […]
As public markets retreat from historic highs, down round financings unfortunately become more common. Although such financings can be unavoidable, they can also raise a number of questions relating to structuring concerns, impacts on existing investors and employees, and fiduciary duty considerations for the board and others. This webinar will provide a discussion of these […]
