Small Business Development
The division helps entrepreneurs build readiness through educational programming, technical assistance, networking opportunities, and partnerships with business development organizations across Minnesota.
Social Equity Mixer Series
Learn. Connect. Grow.
The Social Equity Mixer Series brings together aspiring cannabis entrepreneurs, industry experts, technical assistance providers, lenders, and OCM staff to help participants navigate Minnesota's legal cannabis market. Each event focuses on a key topic—from licensing and compliance to capital access, operations, and business planning—while creating opportunities to build relationships and connect with resources that support long-term success.
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The Seed Link newsletter
Resources beyond the license.
Seed Link is the Division of Community and Economic Development's newsletter, connecting social equity eligible communities with the latest grants, business resources, workforce opportunities, educational programming, upcoming events, and community development initiatives. Whether you're exploring cannabis entrepreneurship, supporting your community, or looking for ways to grow your business, Seed Link keeps you connected to the people, programs, and opportunities that matter most.
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