Women's Business Events in Minnesota
Last Updated: By TRUiC Team
Starting a business can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone. There are a number of women in business conferences and events hosted each year, where you can connect with and learn from other business women near you. We researched and vetted 2020 entrepreneurial events in Minnesota and compiled our recommended list. Continue reading to discover the right one for you.
You can also read our guide to starting a business in Minnesota.
Disclaimer: Due to COVID-19, event information is subject to change.
Choose Your Month
2020 Events in Your Area
April
2020 Investor Connection Event
About:
This invitation-only event connects entrepreneurs with private investors.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who wants an exclusive chance to sell her business ideas and skills to those with plenty of capital.
Price:
$35
Date:
Tuesday, 14 April 2020
Location:
Minneapolis Club
729 2nd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Contact Information:
TCB Talks: Women in Leadership
About:
This event combines more than 800 local leaders who are all looking to meet like-minded professionals.
Who it's right for:
Any woman seeking business contacts, clients, or partnerships in her industry.
Price:
$82
Date:
Thursday, 23 April 2020
Location:
Minneapolis Marriott City Center
30 S 7th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Contact Information:
May
TeamWomen 9th Annual Women's Leadership Conference
About:
This event focuses on the passions and successes of women and combines hopeful speeches with funny stories to help women feel ready to take on new challenges.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who wants to share in the positivity and hope of other professionals in her community.
Price:
$155 Member Early-bird - $220 Non-member Regular
Date:
Friday, 01 May 2020
Location:
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Contact Information:
(612) 508-8813
Business Plan Basics
About:
Writing a business plan can be a complicated procedure, even for people with well-researched business concepts. This course teaches you how to create a business plan that will impress investors and officials alike.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who has a great idea for a business, but who needs help putting together a comprehensive and detailed business plan.
Price:
Free
Date:
Tuesday, 19 May 2020
Location:
Hope Community
611 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Contact Information:
(651) 379-8116
Women in Business Awards Luncheon & Expo
About:
This award ceremony honors the women in the Twin Cities who have made their mark on the community.
Who it's right for:
Women who want to support women and network with successful professionals in their area.
Date:
Thursday, 21 May 2020
Location:
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot
225 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Contact Information:
(612) 288-2126
June
Entrepreneurship Information Session
About:
This seminar instructs women on the many available programs that can help them launch or grow their business.
Who it's right for:
Women who want to take advantage of the professional help and support in their area.
Price:
Free
Date:
Wednesday, 24 June 2020
Location:
Hennepin Co. Minneapolis Central Library
300 Nicollet Mall, RKMC Meeting Room
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Contact Information:
July
Creating Your Media Kit
About:
This workshop focuses on how a media kit can grow your business.
Who it's right for:
Women who want to understand how to structure and package a media kit for optimal impact.
Price:
$50-$75
Date:
Thursday, 30 July 2020
Location:
Royal Foundry Craft Spirits
241 Fremont Avenue North
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Contact Information:
August
Well Connected: Women's Networking & Referrals
About:
This event only allows one member per category, allowing for less competition and ultimate networking opportunities.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who wants a structured and unique opportunity to share her skills.
Price:
Free
Date:
Thursday, 06 August 2020
Location:
Keller Williams Premier Realty Lake
13100 Wayzata Blvd, Ste 400
Wayzata, MN 55391
Contact Information:
September
Thinking About Business Workshop
About:
This event is designed to teach you more about the many components of starting your own business (e.g., insurance, legal, financing, etc.). From the creative to the practical, women will learn what it takes to turn their idea into a reality.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who has a great concept for a business but isn’t sure how to get started.
Price:
Free
Date:
Saturday, 19 September 2020
Location:
Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON)
1007 West Broadway Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Contact Information:
(612) 302-1505
October
Women in Business Networking Event
About:
Because women tend to make professional decisions based on the relationships they’ve built, this event helps people from a variety of industries meet, mingle, and exchange ideas and information.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who wants to mix up her professional circle and feel inspired by the event’s accomplished speakers.
Price:
$0-$125
Date:
Friday, 16 October 2020
Location:
Cottage Grove City Hall
12800 Ravine Parkway
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Contact Information:
(651) 458-8334
WomenHack
About:
WomenHack is a recruiting event designed to highlight the importance of different backgrounds and perspectives in technology. It will include rapid 5-minute interviews for employees and employers alike to get to know one another.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who is looking to hire or be hired by a company that promotes modern diversity values in the workplace.
Price:
$650-$1,995
