Each of the startups (aside from the Youth division winner) is guaranteed to take home at least $30,000.
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The participants in the business incubator, which has at least $1 million in funding support, span several industries and demonstrate the program’s focus on leadership diversity.
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After a successful Kickstarter campaign in April, the tech company kicked off production in May.
This year’s statewide entrepreneurial competition is breaking records of previous editions, including with participation numbers, prize money and diversity.
The St. Paul business center will host a nine-week program to help small business owners move ideas and actions forward.
Starting out, eight companies will share the Capella Tower co-working space.
The Shoreview-based small business growth engine will expand its network and offerings with the Boston-based branding, marketing and logo services provider.
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