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Collider Community Incubator Collider's multi-week, intensive Community Incubator
BENEFITS • Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced business leaders. • Structured Programming and 1:1 Support: Enjoy a personalized approach to your business challenges. • Networking Opportunities: Connect with a broad network of entrepreneurs and potential clients. • Increased Visibility: Gain exposure within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. • Resource Connection and Discounted Services: Access essential business resources and services at reduced rates. • Personalized Business Plan: Work closely with experts to keep your business moving forward.
program is designed to elevate businesses from a solid model to a thriving enterprise within the Rochester community. Through this structured program, participants develop a minimal viable product or boost their sales, positioning their businesses for success. Applications are open now for the next cohort, beginning September 17. PROGRAM FEATURES • Dedicated Workshops: Engage in workshops that are open to the public and tailored to accelerate your entrepreneurial skills. • Cohort-Based Model: Benefit from a community of like-minded individuals who are all working towards enhancing their businesses.
Learn more and apply at www.collider.mn/community- incubator
Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota Minnesota companies have a long history of innovation, creating some of the “coolest” products to fuel our economy. The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce is again searching for the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota! TIMELINE • July 6: Nominations open • Aug. 14: Nominations close
• Aug. 31: First bracket announced • Aug. 31 – Oct. 6: Public voting • Oct. 6: Winner announced at the 2026 Manufacturers’ Summit
Any product manufactured in Minnesota is eligible for nomination and companies are not required to be members of the Minnesota Chamber. However, nominees must have been in business for at least two years and have a product that is made using a manufacturing process.
Learn more and nominate your product at www.mnchamber.com/coolest-thing-made-minnesota
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