Resources for business
8 Jan 2018
There are many challenges associated with starting or expanding a business, from finding adequate financing to attracting skilled workers. Thankfully, Minnesota has great resources for businesses.
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) can help mitigate some of the typical risks. DEED can assist businesses with obtaining tax credits, help offset worker training costs, provide general guidance on financing options and more.
Companies bringing in good jobs may qualify for special financing programs. Assistance programs also exist for companies that employ veterans or for minority-owned businesses.
Find out more about how DEED is helping businesses overcome growth challenges.
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Receive a 50 percent cash match on your intern's wages – up to $2500 through SciTechsperience
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Dec 25 2017Elk River’s water tower is nearly a century old. The structure on Jackson Street near downtown was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012.
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