Apple Valley Chamber Of Commerce: CDA SEEKING BUSINESSES TO PARTICIPATE IN SPECIAL PROGRAM

Press release from the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce:

September 21, 2021

The Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) is currently searching for businesses in Dakota County to participate in the 2021/2022 CEO Business Institute Program Year. Dakota County CDA has committed $30,000 so three Dakota County businesses can participate in the regional program. The program is geared towards fast-growing second stage businesses offering up to 45 hours of expertise from topical experts and research specialists on a variety of topics, peer learning, and monthly forums to learn from other CEOs.

Having the tools and techniques to succeed is essential for business owners hoping to make their business thrive. CEO Next Business Institute provides practical tools and techniques designed specifically for growing regional second stage companies.

Participants can include private businesses in Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties who meet the following criteria:

• 10–99 employees
• Revenue between $1M and $50M
• Ready to transition from small to large — past start-up stage but not yet mature
• Appetite and aptitude for growth

Learn more about CEO Next Business Institute and SBA Emerging Leaders:
Thursday, September 16 (in person)
9:00-10:00 a.m.
Register now: https://bit.ly/3yFPzGv

Thursday, October 7 (online)
12:00- 1:00 p.m.
Register now: https://bit.ly/2T2y04s

Learn more about CEO Next Business Institute
See testimonials from past participants

This press release was produced by the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce. The views expressed here are the author’s own.