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👏 Have you ever wanted to own your own business 💼, control your schedule 🕓, or have an idea 💡 that will fulfill your dreams? Maybe you already own your business and want to grow your business knowledge 📖. If so, then check out KCED's Elevate Community Business Academy! Spring 2025 classes offered in English and Spanish! 👏 ¿Alguna vez has querido tener tu propio negocio 💼, controlar tu agenda 🕓 o tener una idea 💡 que cumpla tus sueños? Tal vez ya tengas tu propio negocio y quieras aumentar tu conocimiento empresarial 📖. Si es así, ¡conoce la Elevate Community Business Academy de KCED! ¡Las clases de primavera de 2025 se ofrecen en inglés y español!
Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of equality, justice, and unity. Continue his dream by lifting each other up every day. 🌍💙 Visit a new shop, say hello to someone new, or spread kindness throughout Kandiyohi County today and every day. ☮️ The KCED office is closed today and will re-open tomorrow.
✨ On Monday, January 20th, we take time to honor and reflect on the powerful legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ✨ Learn more about his vision for justice and equality by reading, watching a documentary, or joining a local event. There are so many ways to learn and be inspired by Dr. King’s message of peace and unity. 🌎💬 📚 Read a book to a child from this list: https://buff.ly/3tedNsb 🏫 Learn more from the The King Center ☮️ Celebrate by finding a local event, volunteering or simply spreading the message of peace! In honor of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the KCED office will be closed on Monday, January 20th.
🔊 This week's business highlight is 🍡 Tentaciones Restaurant and Food Truck 🚚, located in Willmar! Owner, María Ochoa, runs this festive and colorful restaurant with her family. Her son loves to cook 👨🏽🍳and is a catalyst for starting the business. Serving traditional 🌮 Latino foods like hotdogs and hamburgers🍔, anyone unfamiliar with these will be in for a surprise! The ten-foot hotdog 🌭 treat can be served with homemade salsa white-sauce and pineapple🍍or with crunchy potato fries on top. A full corn on the cob🌽 is grilled with mayo, salsa, cheese, chili and taquin! Tacos🌯 and empanadas 🌮 are made with abellia (shredded, roast slow cooked in a special sauce), Al pastor (a special cut meat that is thin and grilled) AND specialty foods from María's home country of Columbia including Chinese rice served with roots, chicken, beef or shrimp, and vegetables🌶️ or a special treat that includes banana🍌, chicken🍗 and cheese. We can't keep naming foods as our mouths are watering😋! BUT the best part of Tentaciones...it can come to YOU anytime of the year with its ⭐FOOD TRUCK🚚!⭐ ▶️ They can be found at 924 1st. St. South, Willmar, by phone at 320-979-1084 and by email at both publicidadtentaciones92@gmail.com and Tentaciones8a@gmail.com. You can stay up to date with Tentaciones by following @Maria Ochoa https://buff.ly/4hUOC4J
👏 Have you ever wanted to own your own business 💼, control your schedule 🕓, or have an idea 💡 that will fulfill your dreams? Maybe you already own your business and want to grow your business knowledge 📖. If so, then check out KCED's Elevate Community Business Academy! Spring 2025 classes offered in English and Spanish! 👏 ¿Alguna vez has querido tener tu propio negocio 💼, controlar tu agenda 🕓 o tener una idea 💡 que cumpla tus sueños? Tal vez ya tengas tu propio negocio y quieras aumentar tu conocimiento empresarial 📖. Si es así, ¡conoce la Elevate Community Business Academy de KCED! ¡Las clases de primavera de 2025 se ofrecen en inglés y español!
📢 Attention small business owners! Join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development's Monthly Small Business Call to stay updated on essential resources, new programs, and expert insights to support your business growth. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, this is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and gain valuable knowledge. Don’t miss out! 🗓 Date: Second Tuesday of the Month 🕒 Time: 2:00 pm Learn more and find links and numbers for the monthly calls from Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development at https://buff.ly/4hXS6Ub
📢 Attention small business owners! Join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development's Monthly Small Business Call to stay updated on essential resources, new programs, and expert insights to support your business growth. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, this is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and gain valuable knowledge. Don’t miss out! 🗓 Date: Second Tuesday of the Month 🕒 Time: 2:00 pm Learn more and find links and numbers for the monthly calls from Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development at https://mn.gov/deed/business/help/sbao/small-business-call/
📊 Small Business Owners: It's Year-End Tax Time! 📊 As the year winds down, it’s time to get your taxes in order. Here are a few quick tips: ✔️ Organize receipts & expenses. ✔️ Review your financial reports. ✔️ Check for deductions & credits. ✔️ Consult a tax professional if needed. Stay ahead of the deadline and start the new year with a clean slate! 💼 Did you know SCORE Mentors offers an array of trainings? Sign up today to view their recording of 'Year-End Tax Preparation for Your Business' at:
👏 Have you ever wanted to own your own business 💼, control your schedule 🕓, or have an idea 💡 that will fulfill your dreams? Maybe you already own your business and want to grow your business knowledge 📖. If so, then check out KCED's Elevate Community Business Academy! Spring 2025 classes offered in English and Spanish! 👏 ¿Alguna vez has querido tener tu propio negocio 💼, controlar tu agenda 🕓 o tener una idea 💡 que cumpla tus sueños? Tal vez ya tengas tu propio negocio y quieras aumentar tu conocimiento empresarial 📖. Si es así, ¡conoce la Elevate Community Business Academy de KCED! ¡Las clases de primavera de 2025 se ofrecen en inglés y español!
🌟 Honoring Muslim American Heritage Month! 🌟 This month, we celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Muslim Americans. In downtown Willmar, Muslim American-owned businesses are a cornerstone of the community, adding diversity and vibrancy to our shared spaces. Let’s take this opportunity to support these businesses, learn from their stories, and embrace the unity that diversity brings. 🛍️✨ Tag your favorite Muslim American owned business!
🔊 This week's business highlight of the week is ☕ Mother's Cupboard 🍃 located in New London. This is the perfect place to cleanse and reset your health for the new year. ☮️ Owner, Lauren Marquardt, was raised by entrepreneur parents who modeled running their own businesses guided by leading principles of how to live life 💚. When she and her partner, Emmy (who crafted the unique tea bar, shelving and more 😍 🔨), moved back to the area she knew she wanted to start her own holistic store after being motivated by the experience of working with a holistic vet🥼 🐾🏪 . With friend and tea connoisseur Allison Bratsch, who mixes tea blends for the store, and with the support and co-ownership of Lauren's mother, Joanne, and sister, Ashley Hagedorn, Mother's Cupboard was opened 🚪. Swing in today for unique gifts 🌱, herbal medicines 🌿, freshly squeezed juices 🍎 🥕, tea blends 🍯, and more all in a calming and soothing atmosphere🙏🏾. ▶️ Mother's Cupboard is located at 61 Main Street South Suite 1, New London, online at www.mothers-cupboard.com, by phone at 320-347-1115, and email at Hello@mothers-cupboard.com. ◀️
🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉 As we step into a brand new year, let’s take a moment to celebrate fresh beginnings, new goals, and all the possibilities ahead! 🎆✨ Here’s to: 🌟 Dreaming big 💪 Overcoming challenges ❤️ Cherishing time with loved ones 🎯 Reaching new heights Wishing you all a year filled with joy, growth, and endless opportunities. Let's make 2025 the best year yet! 🥂🎉