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Neg 6 Agmts for cohort-based small business programming, 01/01/25-12/31/25, total combined NTE $565,500
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the Executive Director be authorized to negotiate Agreements with each of the following entities to provide cohort-based small business programming:
? PR00006498 with Co.Starters, Inc.
? PR00006500 with Simon Says HR
? PR00006501 with Certified Access, LLC
? PR00006560 with Interise
? PR00006561 with Minneapolis Business Mentors
? PR00006565 with The Coven
all during the period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025 with the option for the Authority to extend for one additional year without amendment, with a total combined not to exceed amount of $565,500; that following review and approval by the County Attorney's Office, the Chair be authorized to sign the agreements on behalf of the Authority; and that the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed.
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Background:
In addition to one-on-one consulting provided by Elevate Hennepin, Hennepin County supports a series of small business learning opportunities that provide in-depth training over several weeks or months in a cohort setting. By offering programs in a cohort setting, Hennepin County is fostering peer-to-peer connections among diverse business owners across industries that often last beyond the duration of the program. Hennepin County works to build a more inclusive business ecosystem by supporting peer learning among business owners through roundtables, speaker forums, and digitally through sponsored memberships with The Coven.
A core set of programs, CEO Start, CEO Now, and CEO Next, have been designed and developed strategically to support business owners at key phases of their growth, from idea to second stage. These programs feature nationally recognized curricula delivered by local facilitators and trainers. Two additional programs, Certified Access and HR Next (formerly called Elevate Hennepin Talent), h...
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