Business assistance

We offer resources and step-by-step help for people who want to start, maintain or expand a business in the city.
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Plan to start a new business

Work with us to take your new business from dream to reality.

Launch your business

Get ready to open your doors to the public.

Grow your existing business

We can help you expand your business.

Run your food business

Find materials and training to support your operations.

Business technical assistance

We connect small businesses to free training and consulting services.

Small business financing

We work with private lenders to fund the growth of small businesses.

Financing for real estate developers

We help you access tools to finance real estate projects.

Business guides

Find a tips for starting a business by sector.
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Small Business Resiliency Fund

We created a fund to support small businesses in the recovery from Operation Metro Surge.
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Small Business Team

Community Planning & Economic Development

Email the Small Business Team

Phone

612-673-2499

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415