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Collider: 5 Steps to Starting a Business in Minnesota

Join us for a roundtable and coffee to discuss the requirements and steps to start a business in Minnesota.
When Jul 12, 2023
from 08:30 AM to 09:30 AM
Where Collider, 221 1st Ave SW STE 610, Rochester
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This event is free to attend. However, if you are able, please consider a $10 donation to allow us to keep events low cost or free to the community.
Join us for a roundtable and coffee to discuss the requirements and steps to start a business in Minnesota. This will be the perfect place to clear up all your doubts because the conversation will be led by the regional coordinator of the Small Business Development Center.
This discussion will be led by Juliana Silva, Director of Resource Navigation at Collider, and Mark Thein, Business Consultant at the Small Business Development Center.
Afterwards, stick around for a free day of coworking, sponsored by Home Federal Savings Bank!
About SBDC:
Small Business Development Centers provide counseling and training to small businesses to develop and provide informational tools to support business start-ups and existing business expansion.
Mark Thein: For almost 30 years, Mark has had a great interest in working one on one with small business owners. Loan packaging, financing analysis, marketing, and business plan development are just a few aspects he concentrates on. He is ready and willing to help tackle any business issue that small business owners have.
Juliana Silva: Consultant and Marketer with over 7 years implementing digital marketing strategies in customer acquisition, positioning, community management, and consultancy for small and medium sized business. She wants to promote the participation of minority groups in the business ecosystem, helping them navigate and consolidate their business ideas. 

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