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CEO Start: A Resource for Business in Hennepin County

CEO Start's 2024 Cohort is here to provide insights, relationships, and tools to turn your ideas into viable businesses!
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Hummingbirds: Influencer Marketing Resource for Creators & Brands

Hummingbirds connects brands with local creators for authentic promotion, offering brands reach and creators exclusive perks.
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Heyven Connections: Building Authentic Connections

A Heyven Connection isn’t a cold lead or a random name in your inbox. It’s a personal introduction to someone who aligns with your business goals.
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What Happens When Business Owners Feel Taken Care Of: Our Impact with Saltbox

Partnering with Saltbox allowed Heyven to create intentional Lunch & Learn events where business owners felt supported, learned from trusted peers, and turned shared challenges into real opportunities.
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7 Directory Features that Raise Local Visibility for Your Business

Increase your visibility through joining a well-designed, feature-rich directory.
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Say Hey 👋 to Beth Riegger: The Fairy Godmother of Tech for Small Businesses

Say hey to Beth Riegger, the Fairy Godmother of Tech who builds high-converting websites with heart, humor, and a whole lot of strategy.
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Saltbox — Warehouse Coworking Space Resource

Saltbox in Arden Hills provides ecommerce businesses coworking, logistics support, amenities, and a thriving entrepreneurial community.
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Elevate Hennepin: a Resource For Businesses In Hennepin County

Get free expert guidance and advance your business goals through Hennepin County's Elevate program.
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Say Hey 👋 to Radically Aligned Bodywork: Thai Therapy That Honors Your Whole Self

Liana Jacobson of Radically Aligned Bodywork offers Thai yoga therapy, private yoga, and Pilates in Minnesota, helping clients feel better in their bodies through personalized care.
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Open to Business: A resource for businesses in Minnesota

Ramsey County and MCCD offer free professional services to businesses, including planning and financing assistance.
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Say Hey 👋 to Beloved Social: Creating Content That Feels Like Community

Say hey to Shelby Stahl of Beloved Social, a creative powerhouse turning scroll-stopping content into real community through heart-led strategy, storytelling, and connection.
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Say Hey 👋 to AM & Associates: Operations and Compliance That Aligns With Who You

Meet Ana Mazig, the founder of AM & Associates, where compliance and operations are finally easy to understand. In our latest interview, she shares how her legal background and love of structure help business owners organize their back-end and reclaim their time.
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Resources for MN’s Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Resources to promote hope and healing for those who are struggling with mental health.
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Say Hey 👋 to Amanda Charles: Financial Planner for Businesses and Individuals

Say hey to Amanda Charles, a financial planner who offers judgment-free support and values-aligned money planning to help you feel confident, clear, and empowered about your financial future.
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Pros & Cons of an Online Business Directory

Learn how business directories boost visibility, brand awareness, and growth by choosing the right one.
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The Small Business Administration: A Resource for Business Owners

Discover the SBA, a government organization that supports small businesses by helping them start and grow.
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The Networking Hangout: A Networking Experience by Heyven

Networking Hangouts bring businesses together in comfortable, intentional spaces where real relationships can grow.
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How One Introduction Led to a Powerful Nonprofit Partnership in Minnesota

A simple introduction through Heyven led to a meaningful partnership between BrandRaise and Dept.1 Solutions, showing how relationship-first connections can create lasting impact for nonprofits.
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Say Hey 👋 to Praesto: Your Trusted IT Partner and Cybersecurity Problem Solver

Praesto, is a Minnesota-based IT and cybersecurity company blending military-grade expertise, honest support, and real community to make tech feel human again.
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Loud & Local: Where Business, Journalism, and Community Come Together

Loud & Local is a social gathering created by Heyven in partnership with Ambit Community and MG Consulting to amplify the voices of small businesses, connect them with local media, and foster meaningful collaboration in Minnesota.
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Dr. Artika Tyner: The Member Interview

Learn how Dr. Artika Tyner inspires future leaders and drives social change through her nonprofit institute.
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CEO Now: Cohort Resource for Business Owner

Minnesota entrepreneurs refine business strategies through CEO Now, a cohort program strengthening systems and fostering connections.
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How a Directory Helps Boost Local Visibility for Your Business

Here’s how to affordably increase your business’s local visibility and broaden your online presence.
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Building Heyven: How a Simple Idea Became a Neighborhood for Minnesota Businesses

How I built Heyven to help people discover Minnesota businesses and build the relationships that help them grow.
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Stand Out in the Crowd: How Featured Listings Amplify Your Brand

Creating a strong online directory profile—with clear messaging, visuals, and keywords—helps your business stand out and get discovered in a crowded digital landscape.
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Social Media Image Sizes for 2025: The Best Dimensions to Boost Engagement

Create content effortlessly by using the exact post dimensions to optimize visibility and boost engagement across platforms.
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How to Choose the Best Directory for Your Small Business

Choose the right online directory by considering industry, target audience, branding, performance, and cost.
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Blackbird Revolt: The Member Interview

Learn more about what drives the Blackbird Revolt team.
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Creating Space for Real Connection: The Impact of Heyven x Coco

Partnering with Coco allowed Heyven to create welcoming networking hangouts where business owners connected organically, explored coworking as a resource, and built relationships that extended beyond the event.
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Heyven Holiday Gift Guide 2024

Our Local Gift Guide is your go-to resource for thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts that support local businesses and sustainable shopping.
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Making The Connection: A Networking Guide

YOU have the capability and confidence to walk into a room and meet new people! It’s all about shifting your perspective.
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How to Start Your First Business: Expert Advice for Entrepreneurs

Explore how to start a business—from brainstorming to branding—along with expert tips to stand out.
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Minuteman Press Uptown: The Largest Black-owned Printing Press in Minnesota

Minuteman Press Uptown, Minnesota’s largest Black-owned printing press, offers quality digital printing and expert guidance for small businesses and nonprofits.
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The Impact of Comfort-First Networking on Entrepreneurs

Networking Hangouts are connection-first gatherings designed to help business owners build real relationships in comfortable, pressure-free space.
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Say Hey 👋 to Saidy Designs: A Local Loctician and Henna Artist

Saidy Designs is a blend of artistry, care, and cultural expression through natural henna and microloc services that empower clients to feel seen and celebrated.
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Praesto: The Member Interview

Next in our Member Interview series: Matthias Kittok, President of Praesto, discusses Foresight MSP’s IT transformation.

Say Hey 👋 to Beloved Social: Creating Content That Feels Like Community

Say hey to Shelby Stahl of Beloved Social, a creative powerhouse turning scroll-stopping content into real community through heart-led strategy, storytelling, and connection.

Praesto: The Member Interview

Next in our Member Interview series: Matthias Kittok, President of Praesto, discusses Foresight MSP’s IT transformation.

Say Hey 👋 to AM & Associates: Operations and Compliance That Aligns With Who You

Meet Ana Mazig, the founder of AM & Associates, where compliance and operations are finally easy to understand. In our latest interview, she shares how her legal background and love of structure help business owners organize their back-end and reclaim their time.

Say Hey 👋 to Amanda Charles: Financial Planner for Businesses and Individuals

Say hey to Amanda Charles, a financial planner who offers judgment-free support and values-aligned money planning to help you feel confident, clear, and empowered about your financial future.

Dr. Artika Tyner: The Member Interview

Learn how Dr. Artika Tyner inspires future leaders and drives social change through her nonprofit institute.

Heyven Holiday Gift Guide 2024

Our Local Gift Guide is your go-to resource for thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts that support local businesses and sustainable shopping.

Say Hey 👋 to Praesto: Your Trusted IT Partner and Cybersecurity Problem Solver

Praesto, is a Minnesota-based IT and cybersecurity company blending military-grade expertise, honest support, and real community to make tech feel human again.

Say Hey 👋 to Radically Aligned Bodywork: Thai Therapy That Honors Your Whole Self

Liana Jacobson of Radically Aligned Bodywork offers Thai yoga therapy, private yoga, and Pilates in Minnesota, helping clients feel better in their bodies through personalized care.

Minuteman Press Uptown: The Largest Black-owned Printing Press in Minnesota

Minuteman Press Uptown, Minnesota’s largest Black-owned printing press, offers quality digital printing and expert guidance for small businesses and nonprofits.

Blackbird Revolt: The Member Interview

Learn more about what drives the Blackbird Revolt team.

Say Hey 👋 to Saidy Designs: A Local Loctician and Henna Artist

Saidy Designs is a blend of artistry, care, and cultural expression through natural henna and microloc services that empower clients to feel seen and celebrated.

7 Directory Features that Raise Local Visibility for Your Business

Increase your visibility through joining a well-designed, feature-rich directory.

Say Hey 👋 to Beth Riegger: The Fairy Godmother of Tech for Small Businesses

Say hey to Beth Riegger, the Fairy Godmother of Tech who builds high-converting websites with heart, humor, and a whole lot of strategy.

Stand Out in the Crowd: How Featured Listings Amplify Your Brand

Creating a strong online directory profile—with clear messaging, visuals, and keywords—helps your business stand out and get discovered in a crowded digital landscape.

Heyven Connections: Building Authentic Connections

A Heyven Connection isn’t a cold lead or a random name in your inbox. It’s a personal introduction to someone who aligns with your business goals.

Loud & Local: Where Business, Journalism, and Community Come Together

Loud & Local is a social gathering created by Heyven in partnership with Ambit Community and MG Consulting to amplify the voices of small businesses, connect them with local media, and foster meaningful collaboration in Minnesota.

How to Start Your First Business: Expert Advice for Entrepreneurs

Explore how to start a business—from brainstorming to branding—along with expert tips to stand out.

Making The Connection: A Networking Guide

YOU have the capability and confidence to walk into a room and meet new people! It’s all about shifting your perspective.

Pros & Cons of an Online Business Directory

Learn how business directories boost visibility, brand awareness, and growth by choosing the right one.

How to Choose the Best Directory for Your Small Business

Choose the right online directory by considering industry, target audience, branding, performance, and cost.

The Networking Hangout: A Networking Experience by Heyven

Networking Hangouts bring businesses together in comfortable, intentional spaces where real relationships can grow.

How a Directory Helps Boost Local Visibility for Your Business

Here’s how to affordably increase your business’s local visibility and broaden your online presence.

Open to Business: A resource for businesses in Minnesota

Ramsey County and MCCD offer free professional services to businesses, including planning and financing assistance.

Saltbox — Warehouse Coworking Space Resource

Saltbox in Arden Hills provides ecommerce businesses coworking, logistics support, amenities, and a thriving entrepreneurial community.

CEO Now: Cohort Resource for Business Owner

Minnesota entrepreneurs refine business strategies through CEO Now, a cohort program strengthening systems and fostering connections.

CEO Start: A Resource for Business in Hennepin County

CEO Start's 2024 Cohort is here to provide insights, relationships, and tools to turn your ideas into viable businesses!

The Small Business Administration: A Resource for Business Owners

Discover the SBA, a government organization that supports small businesses by helping them start and grow.

Elevate Hennepin: a Resource For Businesses In Hennepin County

Get free expert guidance and advance your business goals through Hennepin County's Elevate program.

Hummingbirds: Influencer Marketing Resource for Creators & Brands

Hummingbirds connects brands with local creators for authentic promotion, offering brands reach and creators exclusive perks.

Resources for MN’s Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Resources to promote hope and healing for those who are struggling with mental health.

Social Media Image Sizes for 2025: The Best Dimensions to Boost Engagement

Create content effortlessly by using the exact post dimensions to optimize visibility and boost engagement across platforms.