Economic Development
The following are all future and past events that have impacts on economic development.
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| Start Date | Title | Description | Tags |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2025 12:00 PM | Family Unity and DEIA in Our Current Climate | In this episode, our presenter will focus on family unity and the importance of supporting our immigrant neighbors in the current climate of fear and uncertainty. We will also continue to learn more about Creating Safe Spaces at Work, a theme we began to investigate during our February episode. This | ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement') |
| Mar 01, 2025 12:00 PM | BLACK EXCELLENCE EXPO | Come see and support Black and Minority businesses in the local and surrounding areas | ('diversity', 'NAACP', 'Entrepreneurship') |
| Feb 12, 2025 12:00 PM | Safe Spaces at Work: Creating a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging | In today’s evolving workplace landscape, fostering a culture of safety and inclusion is more critical than ever. With ongoing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), employees and organizations alike are navigating challenges in creating environments where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered. | ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement') |
| Feb 06, 2025 09:30 AM | Feb 2025 DMCC Board Meeting | ('DMC',) | |
| Jan 08, 2025 12:00 PM | Beyond the Ballot: Black/Diverse Voices in Local Leadership | In this episode, we take a deep dive into the transformative role of Black and diverse leaders in local politics and community organizations. Our presenters, Tawonda Burks and Walé Elegbede, will share their journeys, the unique challenges they face, and the powerful ways they are driving positive change. | ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement') |
| Dec 11, 2024 11:30 AM | Pathways to a Vibrant, Just, and Equitable Rochester | Destination Medical Center and the City of Rochester, in partnership with Griot Arts and Barbershop Talks, invite the community to the next installment of the Equity Alliance Equity Series. This in-person event, titled Pathways to a Vibrant, Just, and Equitable Rochester, will take place on Wednesday, December 11, at 11:30 a.m. at the Chateau Theatre. The program will feature a dynamic panel discussion moderated by Nicole Asong Nfonoyim-Hara. | ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement') |
| Nov 13, 2024 12:00 PM | Equity Alliance Equity Series - Power of Community Benefits Agreement | In this episode, we look at best practices to both understand the power of community benefits agreements and how to begin strong campaigns to secure community benefits agreements if the policy is fitting to the needs of the community. | ('DMC', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship', 'key', 'latino') |
| Oct 30, 2024 05:30 PM | Financial Liberation Workshop | Financial Literacy, Credit Counseling, Leadership, Coaching, Personal Finance | ('NAACP', 'education', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') |
| Oct 09, 2024 12:00 PM | Equity Alliance Equity Series Equity Eats: Reviving Roots, Restoring Ecosystem Economies Through Indigenous Foodways | In this episode we will delve into the transformative mission of the mnfoodrescue.org Equity Eats initiatives that are at the forefront of restoring and promoting regenerative food systems across Minnesota. We explore how the initiatives revive Indigenous foodways, grounded in food web design, while also honoring the rich Indigenous history in Minnesota and the First Nations' right to food sovereignty. By | ('DMC', 'Diversity', 'latino', 'Entrepreneurship') |
| Oct 07, 2024 04:00 PM | SBDC: Hispanic Heritage Month Community Celebration | The celebration will consist of: The first networking event for Spanish speaking small business owners Resource tables/Spanish speaking representatives from organizations in town that provide resources for Spanish speaking small business owners An introduction to the organizations that made the event possible An introduction to the instructors and their affiliations (SBDC, ACHLA Alliance of Chicanos, Hispanics and Latin Americans) and the SBA) Certificates awarded to the small business owners who participated in our workshops | ('diversity', 'community engagement', 'Entrepreneurship') |
| Sep 26, 2024 09:30 AM | Sep 26, 2024 DMC Board Meeting | DMCC Form 990; Metrics; EDA Board President Comments; Private Development Funding Request; 2025 DMC Work Plan and Budget; Status reports | ('DMC', 'community engagement', 'key') |
| Sep 21, 2024 10:00 AM | (Spanish) Financial Literacy | Join SBA’s Minnesota District Office to discuss strategies for strong financial management. Learn how to utilize your financial statements to become better-positioned and understand the importance of financial literacy to the success of your business. Topics include: Bookkeeping, Financial Statements, Cash Flow, Business Financing, & Access to Capital. | ('diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') |
| Sep 19, 2024 04:00 PM | DMC Annual Meeting 2024 | Description This year the DMC annual meeting will highlight public space assets in our community, celebrate the several 2024 milestones, provide the opportunity to connect with members and organizations in the community and learn about what is on the horizon for the following year. The evening includes gathering outside with strategic activities coordinated by community partners and a program. We hope to see you there. 4:00-5:30pm Open House Highlighting Strategic Initiatives and Networking 5:30-6:00pm Program 6:30-7:00pm Networking and Light Bites | ('DMC', 'community engagement', 'key') |
| Sep 18, 2024 12:00 PM | Latino Economic Development Center: Creating Generational Wealth One Entrepreneur at a Time | .At the Latino Economic Development Center, we understand the obstacles that our Latino communities face, and we help aspiring business owners to overcome those barriers to achieve their dreams - and create generational wealth while doing it. | ('DMC', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship', 'key', 'latino') |
| Sep 18, 2024 11:30 AM | SOUTHERN MINNESOTA NON-TRADITIONAL FINANCING AND TA WORKSHOP | Know a small business that would benefit from non-traditional financing and technical assistance? Please join us to see how these services can benefit small businesses, including: • Partnering with conventional financing • Funding businesses with solely non-traditional financing programs • Technical assistance help such as business plans, cash flow projections, licensing questions, etc. | ('Entrepreneurship',) |
| Sep 16, 2024 06:00 PM | (Spanish) Finding your First Customers and sell without being salesy | Congratulations on your new endeavor! Now it’s time to sell! But most people do not like being “sold”… Now what? Learn where to find your first customers and how to sell without being pushy. | ('diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') |
| Aug 14, 2024 12:00 PM | Youth Engagement from the Youth Perspective | Discover the fundamentals of engaging with young people from the perspective of the Rochester Community Initiative (RCI), a 100% youth-led nonprofit. | ('Housing', 'DMC', 'Diversity', 'key') |
| Jul 10, 2024 11:30 AM | Lunch & Learn: Financial Literacy for Business Owners! | Upgrade your financial skills - for your business and personal life - at Red Wing Ignite's upcoming (and free!) Lunch & Learn program on Wednesday, July 10th. | ('commerce', 'community engagement', 'workforce', 'community') |
| Jul 10, 2024 12:00 PM | How Organizations Can Commit to Accessibility | We will explore how organizations can enhance their commitment to accessibility, ensuring inclusivity for all individuals. | ('DMC', 'Diversity', 'Housing', 'key', 'CMRC') |
| Jun 13, 2024 08:00 AM | 2024 Next Level Conference: TOGETHER, FASTER AND STRONGER | Welcome to REIMAGINE, the annual gathering of professionals, experts, business owners, and thought leaders in the business sector. Our conference is a unique platform where people come together to exchange ideas, build networks, and foster lasting partnerships. This year’s inaugural event promises to be bigger and better than other events you’ve been to thus far, with an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and ending with an expo. | ('Education', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') |
