Let Them Rise columnist Richard Terell argues that teaching entrepreneurship to Black boys is not just about business but about building a mindset of ownership, leadership and community impact.
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Rondo exchange launches to support St. Paul entrepreneurs
The Rondo Exchange grand opening in St. Paul celebrates affordable entrepreneurship, community legacy and economic opportunity in the historic Rondo neighborhood.
Posted inWomen’s History Month
The rise of women-owned businesses and a new definition of success
Black women entrepreneurs in the Twin Cities are redefining business by centering community, wellness and purpose.
Posted inCommunity Voices
Small businesses are the key to economic growth in our community
Small businesses fuel community growth, job creation, and generational wealth. MEDA highlights why investing in BIPOC entrepreneurs strengthens local economies and neighborhoods.
Posted inLocal & State
Show up, speak up, build your legacy
She Evolves 2025 brought hundreds of young women to Urban Daisy in Minneapolis for an empowerment event focused on confidence, entrepreneurship, and intentional action.
Posted inTracey’s Keepin' It Real
You Built It. Now Can You Let It Grow?
Episode 7 of Tracey’s Keepin’ it Real with Business breaks down how entrepreneurs can shift from survival mode to sustainable growth by changing how they think, lead, and build teams.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight
Five-Star Chuck: A locksmith built on trust
One early winter morning in Oakdale, Minnesota, the cash drawer at a HomeGoods jammed shut with the night’s revenue locked inside. Management needed it opened immediately. The call went to one man: “Five-Star Chuck.” Less than an hour later, Charles “Chuck” Bradley was on site, opening the drawer with practiced precision. The store opened on […]
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Strength & Strategy Series – Episode 3: Customer Service & Professionalism
Episode 3 of Tracey’s Strength & Strategy Series explores why customer service and professionalism are essential for long-term business success. Joined by Tommy McNeal and Octavia Treadway, Tracey breaks down how consistency, communication, and accountability shape trust and customer relationships.
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Strength & Strategy Series Episode 2: Business Planning and Strategy
Episode 2 of the Strength and Strategy Series explores how strong leadership, efficient operations, and solid infrastructure help entrepreneurs move from ideas to real growth. Tracey talks with Octavia “Tav” Treadway and Tommy McNeal about building systems, strengthening teams, and creating a reliable foundation for long-term success.
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Strength & Strategy Series Episode 1: Business Planning and Strategy
Episode 1 of the Strength & Strategy Series with business planning, cash flow, and pricing
Posted inFinance, Finances FYI
Is your business ready for unexpected challenges? Â
In times of crisis or change, flexibility and preparation are key. JPMorganChase’s Kaltrina Rezniqi shares practical steps to help businesses build resilience and maintain stability amid disruption.
Posted inPolitics
House candidate wants to care for the village that cared for her
Registered nurse, educator, and entrepreneur Lyna Nyamwaya of New Hope has announced her run for Minnesota House District 43A, pledging to focus on health care, education, equity, and local business growth.
Posted inFinance, Finances FYI
Understanding the Racial Wealth Gap in America
The racial wealth gap United States reaches beyond income to assets and debt. This guide explains the drivers and offers strategies for building and protecting Black wealth.
Posted inBusiness
McDavid Marketing empowers entrepreneurs
McDavid Marketing founder Chanelle McDavid is helping entrepreneurs across the country launch and scale businesses with confidence. Since 2017, she’s supported over 300 small businesses through formation, branding, credit building, and digital strategy.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight
W&W Protection
W&W Protection is more than a security firm. Founder Will Dinga built it to offer men with complicated pasts a shot at stability, growth, and leadership — proving that one opportunity can change everything.
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The Kitchen by Baked Brand
South Minneapolis entrepreneur Destinee Shelby built Baked Brand from scratch — growing a bakery into a soul food restaurant and launching the Black Entrepreneur State Fair.
Posted inLocal & State
Congratulations to the Latest CEO Start Graduates!
Hennepin County’s CEO Start program has successfully graduated another cohort of entrepreneurs, providing them with the tools and guidance to validate their ideas and develop actionable business plans, driving community and economic growth.
Posted inFinances FYI
How to launch a successful business: Essential steps and terms for entrepreneurs
Starting a successful business requires market research, a business plan, a value proposition, and a revenue model, while securing funding, getting legal affairs in order, setting up a bank account, and networking are essential steps to launching and growing a product with longevity.
Posted inBusiness
Top jobs for the gig worker
The gig economy offers individuals flexible, diverse, and flexible job opportunities.
Posted inBlack History Month
Black History Month events in the Twin Cities: Feb. 10-17
Black History Month offers a variety of events to explore and celebrate Black history in the Twin Cities, including Maker Markets, STEM Saturdays, R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Makers Markets, the Sound of Gospel and more.