ENTREPRENEUR LAB
Greater Fergus Falls is dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes grow and flourish. In addition to working with established businesses, we also assist entrepreneurs and existing small business owners with their start-up ideas and ongoing business development assistance..
We recognize that starting and running a business can be an overwhelming experience, but we firmly believe it doesn’t have to be. With Greater Fergus Falls by your side, you can rest assured that you and your business are in good hands. Our experienced team will guide you through the process and connect you with tools and resources to achieve success.
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Looking to start a business? Are you a current business owner that would benefit from one-on-one business consulting? Coaching and consulting services FREE to businesses and entrepreneurs within 10-miles of Fergus Falls.
Check out our FREE resources below!
STARTUP COACHING
RESOURCES
There are numerous resources available locally, regionally and across the State of Minnesota.
Click here for the 2021 Business Profile from the State of Minnesota.
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+STATE OF MINNESOTA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
There are many steps to consider when starting a business. From registering your business to obtaining the proper insurance and licenses, the State of Minnesota offers resources to guide you through each step.
+WEST CENTRAL
SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
WEST CENTRAL SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The West Central Small Business Development Center provides resources to both startups and existing businesses. Offerings include personalized business consultations, training, business plan help, and more.
+SCORE
SCORE
SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors providing free educational resources, video training, and webinars from industry leaders. Since 1964, SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs find success.
+LEGAL CORPS
LEGAL CORPS
Ensuring your business is compliant and legally protected from the start is essential. Area lawyers volunteer their services to startups and small business owners through free 30-minute consultations at regular clinics.
+LAUNCH MINNESOTA
LAUNCH MINNESOTA
With a mission to grow Minnesota’s startup ecosystem, Launch Minnesota offers entrepreneurs access to grants, tax credits, educational programming, and statewide networks.
CONTACT US
Wondering which resources are right for your startup or searching for one-on-one support? Get in touch to find out how Greater Fergus Falls can help.
ENTREPRENEUR
MASTERMINDS
Our FREE peer-to-peer mentoring sessions are for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs! Each session is facilitated by a moderator, panel, or keynote presentation so they stay on-topic and productive.
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Learn about new tools, resources, and strategies that are helping other businesses grow, build their professional networks and find inspiration for their next BIG success! These sessions occur on the second Monday of the month from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm.