2023 E1 Summit & Expo

2900 19th Street Northwest,Rochester MN 55901

24 April, 2023

Description

Entrepreneurs know that from concept, to launch, to growth, the roadmap to a thriving business requires a network of resources. The E1 Collaborative (Entrepreneurs First) is the ecosystem that builds and provides those resources in Southeastern Minnesota. During the Summit and Expo, entrepreneurs, small businesses, and others will have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed. Hear from entrepreneurial experts: Tyrre Burks - Founder of Players Health and the 2022 Entrepreneur of the YearTawonda Burks - Founder of Elocina and leader for the Minority Owned Business NetworkNeela Mollgaard - Executive Director of Small Business DevelopmentE1 Partners that support and provide guidance around growth, financing, product development & innovation, and more!You will walk away with insights into: Customer and revenue development approaches in marketing & salesThe importance of setting up your A-team to achieve success5 Legal must-haves and pro-bono attorneys in our networkAccess to capital for all industries: Ag, Tech, Service, and MedicalInsights around innovation and research in building your productTicket Pricing: Early Bird Special $25 thru April 9 then $35Student Rate $10Entrepreneur ticket with an expo table is $50Scholarship codes available contact [email protected] in Business Award Categories Social ImpactEmerging Entrepreneurs Partners PickSponsorship levels and Benefits: $2500 Sponsorship of Minority Owned Business Panel (Four complimentary tickets, marketing materials, 2-minute introduction, and an Expo table)$2500 Sponsorship of the Keynote Speaker (Four complimentary tickets, marketing materials, a 2-minute introduction, and an Expo table)$1500 Awards Sponsor (Two complimentary tickets, marketing materials, mention in the program, and an Expo table)$750 Lunch Sponsor (One complimentary ticket, marketing materials, and an Expo table)$750 Breakfast Sponsor (One complimentary ticket, marketing materials, and an Expo table) SOLD$250 Ecosystem Supporter (One complimentary ticket, marketing materials, and an Expo table)* If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Shannan Harris at [email protected]