Itasca Economic Development Corporation announces Innovate 218
10 May 2021
The Itasca Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) announced Friday the formation of Innovate 218, a regional Launch Minnesota Hub designed to support innovators and entrepreneurs located in Northeast Minnesota. Funding for Innovate 218 comes from a Launch Minnesota Hub Grant.
“Innovate 218 is truly a region-wide effort, and it would not have been possible without the hard work of many dedicated partners,” said Tamara Lowney, IEDC president, in an official statement. “We’re building an entrepreneurial ecosystem and opening doors to so many incredible opportunities to help business owners start, grow and thrive in northeast Minnesota.”
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