2025 Entrepreneurs First (E¹) Summit & Expo
Rochester, MN — IgniteMN is proud to host the 2025 Entrepreneurs First (E¹) Summit & Expo on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota – Rochester Campus.
The E¹ Summit is Southeast Minnesota’s premier gathering for entrepreneurs, innovators, and community partners. This free, full-day event offers inspiration, networking, and resources for entrepreneurs at every stage—from idea to scale.
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Oct 21, 2025
from 08:30 AM to 03:30 PM |
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| Where | Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota – Rochester Campus |
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Event Highlights
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Keynote Address: Tawonda Burks — “The Audacity to Build Tomorrow”
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Breakout Sessions (Food & Ag, Retail & Service, Manufacturing & Product)
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Lunch, Resource Expo & Entrepreneurial Job Fair
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Food & Ag Pitch Competition
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Dessert, Raffle & Closing Partner Recognition
Additional On-Site Resources: Free Legal Coaching (LegalCORPS), Quiet Space/Prayer Room, Mother’s Area.
Registration LINK