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With the help of a matching grant from Hennepin County, the City of Hopkins has contracted with the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers to provide free one-on-one business consultation to Hopkins residents or entrepreneurs who want to start a new business or grow an existing business in the community.
This is a free service. Participants can meet with certified “Open to Business” consultants by appointment and get help planning and working through small business challenges such as:
In addition, “Open to Business” advisors can assist entrepreneurs in identifying borrowing needs and financing options. Direct financing and loans up to $25,000 are also available through the “Open to Business” program.
For more information, visit opentobusinessmn.org or contact:
Rob Smolund
Business Advisor
612-789-7337, ext. 260
rsmolund@mccdmn.org