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Lots of great information on local and statewide learning opportunities related to economic development! Enjoy!
2017 GAPs UMN Extension Workshops

You are invited to learn how Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) can improve the quali ty and safety of their product and help access new markets on October 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Sprout Growers & Makers Marketplace (609 13th Ave NE, Door 8, Little Falls, MN 56345).
 

Labor Marketing Intelligence for Grant Writing

This 3-hour hands-on training session will help attendees learn where to find and how to use DEED's labor market information data tools that may help when applying for local, statewide or national grants.

When: October 11, 2017, 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: National Joint Powers Alliance, Staples, MN
Bridges Career Acadamies & Workplace Connection .
Good Morning, Manufacturing!

Celebrate Manufacturing by attending the "Good Morning, Manufacturing!" breakfast on Thursday, October 5 starting at 7:30am at Central Lakes College, Brainerd campus.

Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association Executive Director Amy Walstien will be the keynote speaker, providing perspectives on "New Opportunities in Employment-Based Training."

Entrepreneur Expo

Join SBA and partners at the Hennepin County Library's 2nd annual Entrepreneur Expo on Thursday October 12th, 9:30-3:00 
 
Build your small business skills, and find support and inspiration with expert speakers, panels and workshops, exhibitors and more! A light lunch will be served.
 
Before you register, please complete the workshop interest form

Register now!
Cyber Security Summit
Cyber Security for Small and Mid-size Businesses

The 7th Annual Cyber Security Summit is presenting a half-day event on Tuesday, October 24th, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. that will spotlight the issue of cyber security for small and mid-size businesses.  

 
Save: Enter code SBA17, to save 10% off the Small/Mid-Size Business Event, or any other registration type for the 2017 Cyber Security Summit. 
 
Register here
Disaster Recovery: A Guide to SBA's Disaster Assistance Programs

This self-paced guide is designed to provide an overview of SBA's assistance programs, resources and tips.

Launch the course! 
Homefront Resource Center
FREE 1-day Business Bootcamp

Join SBA and partners at a free 1-day business class designed just for veterans.
 
Friday October 6 in St. Cloud Minnesota

Details and Registration
Could your company benefit from a talented STEM intern?

Receive a 50 percent cash match
on your intern's wages -   up to $2500 through SciTechsperience
 
SciTechsperience is a free, statewide, state-funded internship program that connects small for-profit Minnesota businesses with talented college STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) students.

Participating companies receive a wage reimbursement of 50 percent of the intern's wages up  to $2,500.


More information here
Twin Cities Startup Week

The Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)  is proud to be a sponsor of this year's  Twin Cities S tartup Week, October 8th - 13th.  Mark your calendars now for a host of events throughout the week.

The Ultimate Sales Revolution 
Book of the Month Club

The Ultimate Sales Revolution
 
The Ultimate Sales Revolution clarifies how to reach the highest level of professional relationship - being an Indispensable Partner in your client's success.
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
5:30-7:00
Jules' Bistro, St. Cloud, MN

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