Supporting entrepreneurs and business owners to start and grow their businesses through education, resources, and connections.

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Apply between December 1, 2025 and January 31, 2026

Launch

Launch with Confidence

Turn your vision into reality with expert mentoring and access to the right resources.

Grow

Ignite Your Growth

Expand your reach with our educational opportunities across the SE region and at our collaborative coworking space in downtown Red Wing.

Scale

Accelerate your Business

Reach new heights with strategic support and access to helpful resources, no matter your industry.

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We’re building a thriving regional economy, one entrepreneur at a time.

Thank you for helping us ignite ideas, grow businesses, and lead change across Red Wing and our surrounding communities!

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Building entrepreneurship and innovation skills

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Ellen and Val at the registration table at the 2025 E1 Summit

2025 E1 Summit & Expo Recap

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2025 Entrepreneurs First (E¹) Summit & Expo

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IgniteMN Welcomes Two New Board Members

Welcoming Wednesdays

for Startups and Small Businessses

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