11/26/2024 2:04:25 PM
Neela Mollgaard, Executive Director of DEED’s Office of Small Business & Innovation
As the holiday shopping season ramps up and festive decorations light up stores across the state, we're taking a moment to celebrate the small businesses that have taken root in communities across Minnesota and the big impact they have on our economy.
During this holiday season, I am especially grateful to work alongside the inspiring entrepreneurs who drive our local economies and community partners across the state that support them. The Season of Small Business is a time to support startups, small businesses and the hardworking individuals behind these ventures.
According to the United States Census Bureau, small businesses make up 99.7% of Minnesota businesses and employ three-fourth of employees. When you spend one dollar at a local business, 67 cents stay in your local community, creating a positive ripple effect. Recognizing the vital role of small businesses, our state is committed to helping businesses start, scale and succeed.
The Office of Small Business and Innovation at DEED offers a range of resources and programs designed to offer expertise and guidance to entrepreneurs and business owners. Our goal is to create an environment where small businesses can easily connect to the resources they need to thrive in today's ever-evolving business landscape.
We invite you to join our office and others across the state to amplify and support our incredible small businesses. Here's how you can get involved:
Explore DEED's small business resources:
For more info about small business resources:
May your holidays be filled with joy and the satisfaction of knowing that your support helps local businesses flourish and our communities prosper. Here's to a season of success and growth for all!
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