Business owners that own their buildings can finance 100% of the cost of renewable energy projects and energy improvements, and make payments through a tax assessment over 20 years. Utility savings often exceed payment obligations. Eligible expenses include: 

• Building-related energy efficiency upgrades such as windows, lights, or HVAC
• Renewable energy systems such as solar, wind, or geothermal
• Electric vehicle charging infrastructure

Contact a MinnPace representative to learn more. 

Neil Chudgar is an Elevate Business Specialist* offering:

• Marketing services for established businesses
• Brand strategy
• Communications coaching
• Digital marketing
• Website creation on pre-built platforms
  

*Specialist services require that you have a business plan in place. If you do not have a business plan in place, please contact an advisor that provides business planning and assessment.

*Note: Elevate Business advisors provide professional consulting only. Any fees associated with websites, technology, or ongoing costs of implementing advisor recommended strategies such as marketing, websites or software the sole responsibility of the business owner. 

Hennepin County workforce representatives can help your business  connect with potential employees. Learn about resources throughout Hennepin County and receive in-depth analysis on  employment data and trends that impact your business. 

Nexus is an Elevate Business Specialist* offering:

• Succession planning and transition to employee ownership
• Formation of employee-owned cooperatives

*Specialist services require that you have a business plan in place. If you do not have a business plan in place, please contact an advisor that provides business planning and assessment.

Minneapolis Business Mentors offers mentorship opportunities, skill building webinars, and peer to peer roundtables through Elevate Business.

*Note: Elevate Business advisors provide professional consulting only. Any fees associated with websites, technology, or ongoing costs of implementing advisor recommended strategies such as marketing, websites or software the sole responsibility of the business owner. 

Khoo Consulting is an Elevate Business Specialist* offering:

• Marketing services for established businesses
• Brand strategy
• Product marketing
• Digital marketing
• Website creation on pre-built platforms

*Specialist services require that you have a business plan in place. If you do not have a business plan in place, please contact an advisor that provides business planning and assessment.

*Note: Elevate Business advisors provide professional consulting only. Any fees associated with websites, technology, or ongoing costs of implementing advisor recommended strategies such as marketing, websites or software the sole responsibility of the business owner. 

ACER offers the following services through Elevate Business: 

• One-on-one business advising or coaching
• Loan and grant advisory services and navigational support for established businesses
• Navigation of Elevate Business resources and referrals
  
  

*Note: Elevate Business advisors provide professional consulting only. Any fees associated with websites, technology, or ongoing costs of implementing advisor recommended strategies such as marketing, websites or software the sole responsibility of the business owner.