Get down to business with the Community Entrepreneurship Program

Bloomington is proud to host the Community Entrepreneurship Program, a 10-month, hands-on program by St. Thomas University’s Small Business Development Center to support any community member who has a dream of starting and growing a business, including those who have already started a venture but need help to grow.

The program provides a six-week business training bootcamp, one-on-one mentorship, consulting support, connections to community resources, a micro-grant program and networking opportunities.

The fee is $500*, and classes will be held 8 a.m.-2 p.m., at Bloomington Fire Station 3, 2301 E. 86th St., on the following Saturdays: April 26, May 3, May 10, May 17, May 31 and June 7.

For more information and to register, visit blm.mn/cep. Register early as seats are limited.

*$475 scholarships available to those with financial need.