MEDA - Metropolitan Economic Development Association

Are you considering VAN but don't know where to start? Save the date for our Fall Coffee Chat, on September 18th, where we will host a Q & A for potential clients to state their needs and to discover mentor needs as well. #VAN #helpingbipocentrepreneurssucceed #mentor #mentee

We are thrilled to announce that we have two new Business Consultants on the MEDA team, Jim Copeland and Alex Masika. Jim brings over 25 years of leadership experience, specializing in large team leadership, complex turnarounds, transformations, and rapid growth opportunities. Jim’s areas of expertise include strategy, operations, logistics, human resources, merchandising operations, training, customer experience, call centers, marketing, digital, e-commerce, franchise, and real estate. Alex’s areas of expertise include key account management, business development, sales strategy, market analysis, relationship management, strategic planning, new market expansion, client acquisition, partnership development, and revenue growth. We are confident that both Jim and Alex’s entrepreneurial mindset, strategic vision, and strong negotiation and communication skills will be invaluable assets to our team. 

Don't miss out on joining us at the MN State Fair next Friday! Swing by to grab some fantastic freebies, including our MEDA sunglasses and a MN PROMISE Act tote bag to carry all your fair finds. See you there!

Exciting News! MEDA is partnering with Minnesota Public Radio for a fantastic day at the Minnesota State Fair on Friday, August 30th. Join us at the Great Minnesota Get-Together and be sure to grab some awesome free SWAG and discover all the amazing things MEDA has to offer! #MinnesotaStateFair #MEDA #MPR #GreatMinnesotaGetTogether

Congratulations to our client, Lip Esteem, for being featured in MinnPost! Discover the inspiring story behind Lip Esteem and check out their fabulous products, all paraben, gluten, and cruelty-free. 💄✨ Let’s support small businesses and celebrate BIPOC entrepreneurship! 🛍️🙌 #SupportSmallBusinesses #ShopSmall #SupportBIPOCBusinesses https://lnkd.in/gcsiY9ig

Space is still available for the Women Ignite event on August 27th. This is a fantastic opportunity for networking, resources, and connecting with community partners and corporations. All women are invited to attend. To secure your spot for this empowering event please RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gYK8QQ7f

Meet Ben Kamara, our newest Senior Financial Analyst at MEDA! With his impressive experience and expertise, Ben is set to elevate our finance department to new heights. We're thrilled to have him on board—welcome to the team, Ben! #TeamMemberTuesday #DreamBigScaleBigger #HelpingBIPOCEntrepreneursSucceed

Dive into our MEDA Success Stories and witness the impact of hard work and collaboration firsthand! OurPlace Residential Services was named Community Builder of the Year back in 2022, they provide innovative support by offering services that are culturally relevant and respectful to the clients they serve. The four founders, Ikraan Abdulle, Faiso Abdulle, Murwo Elmi, and Farhia Abdulahi, all nurse practitioners, set out to develop a business with a mission to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by providing innovative services catered to their needs and a vision to provide the highest level of quality care and services to meet the needs of people with disabilities. For the full story please visit https://lnkd.in/gtKUJKpA. #MEDASuccessStories #Inspiration #DreamBigScaleBigger

We are pleased to announce that seasoned leaders Christopher Pham, Molly Dorgan, Michael J. Roberts, JD, MBA, Priya Narula, Robert Doty, and Shaun Coard are joining the MEDA Board and will be leveraging their extensive experience to guide BIPOC business owners. To learn more and for the full press release please visit https://lnkd.in/gE7Nw-wd.