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Launch Minnesota is a statewide effort to support entrepreneurs and nurture tech startups with a goal of fostering Minnesota's innovation ecosystem.

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 31

We recently released our Launch Minnesota Year-End Recap, which showcases the many ways our program catalyzed the work of entrepreneurs, startups and support organizations across the state in 2022. Explore Launch MN's impact: mn.gov/launchmn/asset

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@LaunchMinnesota

📣Minnesota is ranked in the top 10 for startup states! Congratulation to the MN innovators, support orgs and others growing our state's startup community! 🚀

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Startup States

Which states are the best to launch a startup in? Starting your own business comes with many perks, from taking control of the job search process to

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Feb 3

Launch Minnesota was proud to be part of the first annual Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Capitol this morning. We enjoyed the celebration and were happy to connect and meet with many small business owners!

This Black history month, we’re proud to support, connect and invest in Black entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders! We encourage you to follow and support the extraordinary Black community members that we’ve tagged. #BlackHistoryMonth2023 #BHM23 #BlackHistoryMonth

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We're excited for Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Capitol tomorrow! Join us and show your support for Black business owners. shelettamakesmelaugh.com

State of the State 2023 is TONIGHT! We can't wait to see everyone for a evening of amazing conversation on the founders, investing, and innovation of the Minnesota startup ecosystem.

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@LaunchMinnesota

Feb 1

MN Entrepreneur Kickoff is a yearly conference that helps founders gain tools, tactics and connections to help take their startup to the next level. Registration is now open for the March 14 event! eventbrite.com/e/mn-entrepren

📝 A business plan is your roadmap 🗺️ to #smallbiz success! View #bizplan templates and writing tips: sba.gov/business-guide

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Today is the deadline for several incredible local accelerators! Don't miss out - more info on each in the calendar link below. 1/31:

@LunarStartups

1/31:

@grid_catalyst

1/31:

@MayoClinic

Platform_Accelerate 1/31: ILT Academy (4 unique area cohorts)

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@minnestar

Jan 27

Considering a local accelerator? Application deadlines are coming up for these great programs: 1/31: @LunarStartups 1/31: @grid_catalyst 1/31: @MayoClinic 1/31: ILT Academy (4 cohorts) 2/03: Led by TRUTH 2/03: @Target 2/10: @betadotmn Learn more: minnestar.org/community/cale

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 30

Startups can apply to pitch through February 6! Learn more about MN Ventures: mn.gov/launchmn/capit

Registration is now open for MN Ventures! We are excited to be hosting this event in partnership with

@MedicalAlley

@UMNTechComm

and

@MNSBIR

. If you are an investor interested in attending #MNVentures, email launchminnesota@state.mn.us.

The clock is ticking! ⏱️ Jan 31 is the deadline to apply for the #PowerNorth Incubator! Don't miss out on the chance to work w/ #energy industry-leading orgs, including new members -

gridcatalyst.org/startups/apply

Applications are open for ILT Academy's 3 new cohorts in Greater MN! Follow the links below to learn more about each program: FastLane94 (West Central) : bit.ly/3Xgt7jC Innovate218 (Northeast): bit.ly/3GycLfB NOW NEtwork (Northwest): bit.ly/3isvyko

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 26

Our first #FridayForum of 2023 is TOMORROW at 9:00 a.m.! We're hosting a conversation with

@LunarStartups

@Techstars

and

@betadotmn

to talk about preparing for an accelerator. Don't miss it! mn.gov/launchmn/conne

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 25

Learn more about Launch Minnesota's impact: mn.gov/deed/newscente

🚀We also spotlighted our innovation ecosystem to national and global audiences in 78 national and local publications – which had the potential to reach more than 215 million people around the world.

🤝Launch MN distributed $1M in this biennium in grants to entrepreneurial support organizations to help cultivate a thriving startup ecosystem and accelerate startup success.

🥳To date, grantees have collectively raised $79M in additional funds from other investors, representing a $12.40 return for every Launch Minnesota dollar invested.

💵In 2022, Launch MN and

@mndeed

awarded $2.53M to startups statewide through 95 Innovation Grants - and 100% of grantees surveyed said Innovation Grants helped move their business forward.

📢NEW: Launch MN's annual recap is live! Explore our impact in this thread then read the full report. mn.gov/deed/newscente

Our very own Entrepreneur In Residence Cihan Behlivan will be joining Sarah Bain from

@Techstars

for

@LaunchMinnesota

's Friday Forum this week! Friday, January 27, 9-10 a.m. Join here: hubs.la/Q01zdFGn0

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 25

📰😃We love seeing Innovation Grantees in the news! Check out these recent stories about

@BusStopMamas

and

@morarimed

. Bus Stop Mamas featured on Minnesota Public Radio: bit.ly/3DbpNik Morari wins 2 Minute Drill: bit.ly/3XElOTm

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 25

The ILT Academy C20 Founder Showcase is a celebration of up-and-coming Minnesota founders. Don't miss this event on Jan. 31 at

@FINNOVATIONLab

! eventbrite.com/e/ilt-academy-

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 24

You are invited to Ignite Celebration 2023 hosted by

@BVG_TwinCities

@NomaCapital

and

@JA_North_

secure.qgiv.com/for/ignite23

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 24

The Launch Minnesota Network is a group of more than 90 support organizations leveling the playing field for entrepreneurs across the state. Learn more and connect with the hub leader in your region! mn.gov/launchmn/commu

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 23

Don't miss #BlackEntrepreneursDay! Join

@ShelettaIsFunny

at the Capitol on Feb. 3 to show your support for Black business owners. shelettamakesmelaugh.com

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 20

BETA will feature 20 total companies and run for nine weeks. Participating companies will a variety of learn startup-boosting skills.

tech.mn

Spring 2023 BETA Cohort Applications Are Open

Lunar works with tech, healthcare and CPG companies. It focuses on founders from underrepresented communities.

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Applications For Lunar Startups' Cohort 6 Are Open

St. Paul-based accelerator Lunar Startups is looking for tech, healthcare, and CPG companies from underrepresented communities.

Applications are now open for

@betadotmn

and

@LunarStartups

accelerators! Follow the links in the thread to learn more about each program.

It's time to sharpen your pitch deck.

@LaunchMinnesota

@UMNews

@MedicalAlley

, and MN SBIR/STTR Accelerator are teaming up for 3 pitch events in 2023. hubs.la/Q01yDh4S0

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 19

Applications are currently open for ILT Lean Startup Education Programs in Northeast, Northwest and West Central Minnesota. Learn more! iltacademy.io/explore-progra

Are you a changemaker ready to put your investments to work? #AngelFest2023 is for you! Early bird tickets are now available. Grab your spot and tell your friends—this year is going to be something special:

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Angel Fest 2023

Angel Fest is an immersive one-day conference empowering, connecting, and inspiring angel investors from Minnesota, and beyond.

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 18

The event is scheduled for Feb. 24. Startups have to be based in MN, actively raising Seed and Series A capital, and have a strong pitch deck. mn.gov/launchmn/capit

📢Applications are now open for the next #MNVentures pitch event! MN Ventures showcases Minnesota startups to a curated group of investors from across the country. To participate, email venture@umn.edu by Feb. 6!

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is offering two venture capital programs resulting in investments in MN-based seed- and early-stage businesses. Targeted sectors include advanced manufacturing, agtech/foodtech, climate tech, life sciences and more. Apply today!

mnssbcivc.umn.edu

SSBCI

A new University of Minnesota-DEED partnership to support Minnesota’s early-stage, venture-backed businesses.

LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 17

Less than two weeks until our first Friday Forum of 2023! This month's topic is "Preparing for an Accelerator" and features

@betadotmn

@techstars

and others! mn.gov/launchmn/conne

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 13

Learn more about the value of the Angel Tax Credit in this recent

@TCBmag

article.

tcbmag.com

A Call to Reauthorize the Minnesota Angel Tax Credit | TCB

Groove Capital's Mickayla Rosard makes the case for why the Minnesota legislature should approve tax credits for startup investors in 2023.

Don't miss the 37th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Celebration next Monday, January 16th! This in-person event is free and open to the public at

@TheOrdway

in St. Paul. Thank you to our sponsors

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LaunchMN

@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 11

📢 Investors! Is your fund listed on Launch MN’s investor page? This resource helps startups learn more about Minnesota-based funds and how to connect with them. Submit your info today! mn.gov/launchmn/capit

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@LaunchMinnesota

Jan 10

Launch MN is hosting office hours tomorrow on the Minnesota Exchange! Sign up today. Space is limited!

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Walk-In Wednesday (Virtual)

As part of a new initiative this year, LaunchMN is partnering with startup ecosystem supporters and resources statewide to highlight communities and co-working spaces you should know about and to get...