🚀 Real-World Entrepreneurship in Action!

The West Central MN CEO students recently had the opportunity to learn from Cameron Macht of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) about the many resources available to entrepreneurs and small businesses across our state.

DEED plays a major role in helping businesses start, grow, and succeed in Minnesota. Cameron shared how entrepreneurs can access support such as:

✔️ Small business financing and loan programs
✔️ Workforce development and hiring support
✔️ Grants and funding opportunities for startups
✔️ Regional economic development partnerships
✔️ Resources for expanding and scaling a business

For our CEO students—future business owners and community leaders—understanding how to connect with organizations like DEED is a huge step toward turning ideas into real businesses that strengthen West Central Minnesota.

A big thank you to Cameron for investing time in the next generation of leaders and doers! 👏