MEDA's VAN Coffee Chat October 2025

Schedule

Thu Oct 23 2025 at 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

MEDA - Metropolitan Economic Development Association | Minneapolis, MN

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An opportunity to connect with BIPOC entrepreneurs, mentors and community partners to help your dreams become success!
About this Event
  • Support BIPOC Entrepreneurs: Engage with business owners to better understand their challenges, offer tailored resources, and help them navigate growth opportunities within MEDA’s ecosystem.
  • Facilitate Resource Access: Connect entrepreneurs with MEDA’s tools, mentorship, funding opportunities, and training programs to ensure they have the support needed to scale their businesses.
  • Build Trust and Relationships: Foster genuine connections with BIPOC business owners, partners, and stakeholders, promoting MEDA’s mission of economic empowerment and equitable growth.
  • Exchange Insights: Create a space for sharing business strategies, industry trends, and innovative ideas that can drive business success and community impact.
  • Identify Collaborative Opportunities: Explore partnerships and synergies with other organizations, investors, and professionals who can amplify MEDA’s mission and expand its reach.
  • Empower and Motivate: Serve as a source of encouragement and inspiration, helping entrepreneurs feel seen, supported, and confident as they navigate their business journeys.
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Where is it happening?

MEDA - Metropolitan Economic Development Association, 1256 North Penn Avenue, Minneapolis, United States

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