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Healing Birch Waters: Lessons on Sustainability and Valuing Your Craft

September 30, 2026

When developing a small business, some of the most important lessons come from recognizing what needs to change for the business to grow sustainably. For Tammy, owner of Healing Birch …

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Our WomenVenture Community at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair 

August 25, 2026

The Minnesota State Fair is the perfect place to discover and support local small businesses. Take some time to explore the incredible vendors, meet the people behind the products, and …

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Q&A with Chef Khadra Abdulle, Founder of Ambero Hot Sauce 

July 1, 2026

Chef, entrepreneur, mother, saleswoman – Khadra is doing it all. What started off as dinner with friends has now turned into a successful side hustle with Ambero Hot Sauce being sold at over 20 locations in the Twin Cities. Khadra’s sauce pays homage to her mother’s …

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Sweet Salon & Barber Shoppe: Cuts, Color, and a Community of Care 

June 24, 2026

For over 20 years, hair has been Rachel’s trade, but inclusivity and belonging are her true business. When you walk into Sweet Salon & Barber Shoppe, you’ll be met by a series of unique experiences – shopping for weird …

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THE OCCASION: Pampered and Personally-Empowered 

May 20, 2026

Ama has been passionate about beauty since childhood, seeing it as a powerful outlet for self-expression and creativity. After getting her nails done for the first time, she fell in …

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A Handcrafted Dream: Soundwoven Goods’ Journey to Growing with Confidence  

May 12, 2026

For Sarah, life–and the objects that fill it–are richer with a healthy dose of whimsy. After spending time traveling and taking in the colors of the world, she envisioned creating a space where she …

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