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Business Development - WomenVenture

165 Western Avenue North, Suite 8, Office 100, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Eligibility

Entrepreneurs who want to start or expand a business or are currently business owners in Anoka, Benton, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Ramsey, Scott, Sherburne, Stearns, Steele, Washington, and Wright counties

Required documents

Vary by service

Hours

9 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday by appointment only

Languages

Spanish

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call; email; visit website

Fees

Vary by service; some scholarships available. Payment is due at time of scheduling.

Service area

Anoka County, MN Benton County, MN Carver County, MN Chisago County, MN Dakota County, MN Goodhue County, MN Hennepin County, MN Isanti County, MN Ramsey County, MN Scott County, MN Sherburne County, MN Stearns County, MN Steele County, MN Washington County, MN Wright County, MN

Other Information

Languages

Spanish

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

- Business classes and workshops to guide new entrepreneurs and current business owners on issues important to consider when starting or growing a business. - Business consulting and assessment of business ideas, plan, and potential by qualified business experts. - Financial consulting and small business loans packaging for business owners. - Micro-loan funds available for qualified businesses. Start-up and expansion loans range in size from $500 to $50,000. - SBA Women's Business Center, part of a national network of centers designed to assist women start their own business. - Small business development classes offering a five-course designed to support entrepreneur through the start-up phase of their business. Visit website for courses offered. - Technical assistance to grow and enhance a business, review a plan, advise on marketing, pricing, record keeping, operations, and technology.

Last Assured

12/15/2025

Providing organization

WomenVenture

Dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs in starting and expanding small businesses by providing micro-loans, working capital, education, and ongoing consultation through all stages of business.