Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation

?? Investor Spotlight - Harvester Square ?? Today, we are shining the spotlight on Harvester Square, an advocate-level investor in the GSDC. Catholic Community Schools (CCS) is a network of Catholic institutions offering education from preschool through 12th grade. CCS encompasses six elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school, all centered around providing an academically rigorous, faith-based education. This system integrates Catholic values into its curriculum, emphasizing community service, personal growth, and spiritual development. Learn more about them at https://hubs.la/Q02Yj04F0 Thank you David Fremo, Persident, and the CCS team for your on-going investment in the GSDC! You and our nearly 160 corporate, advocate-level, and public partner investors are making a big difference in the Greater St. Cloud community! #investorfriday

New GSDC Investor Announcement! We're excited to welcome another new corporate-level investor to the GSDC - Landwehr Construction, Inc. Landwehr Construction specializes in heavy construction services, including excavation, demolition, site prep, utility work, and crane services. They handle both commercial and residential projects, with expertise in highway, bridge, and underground utility construction. Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q02Yj5cg0 A huge thank you to Matt Coran and the Landwehr team for their investment in the GSDC! #newinvestor #investorfridays

?? Investor Spotlight - DeZURIK ?? Today, we shine the spotlight on DeZURIK, a founding member and corporate-level investor in the GSDC. DeZURIK is a leading manufacturer of specialized valves and control solutions used primarily in water and wastewater treatment, pulp and paper, mining, chemical, and power industries. They were also recently won the 2024 GSDC Employer of Choice Award! Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q02YhZkF0 Thank you DeZURIK for your on-going investment in the GSDC! You and our nearly 160 investors are making a big difference in the Greater St. Cloud community! #econdev #investorfriday

Exciting News! Geri Bechtold, Vice President of Operations at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota, has received the Tom Burt Pacesetter Award from the National Boys & Girls Clubs of America! This prestigious award honors non-CEO leaders who make a powerful impact through leadership, inspiring fellow team members, and fostering personal growth for youth in the community. Congratulations Geri! #leadership

TWO Events Combined! The LAST Start.up Connect of 2024 + Resource Matchmaking event! The perfect (free!) event for Entrepreneurs, small businesses, and Startups to come see resource providers that are available to you! Resource Matchmaking: Connect with the resources you need to thrive – from funding opportunities to mentorship and everything in between! Networking: Rub shoulders with fellow entrepreneurs, founders, and business enthusiasts. You never know where that next big idea will come from! Knowledge Sharing: Gain insights from industry experts and thought leaders through engaging panel discussions, workshops, and presentations. Where: The Clearing - Sauk Rapids Address: 195 River Ave S, Sauk Rapids MN 56379 Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm, Panel starts at 3:15pm - networking to follow Pop-Up Start.up Connect Speakers: Bob Gruber (Scenic Signs) and Michelle Massman (Massman Companies) Cash Bar Option: Will be available for purchase Know someone who would benefit from this event? Tag them below and let them know! Resource Provider Table Registration Link: https://hubs.la/Q02Z4ss20 Attendee (non-table) Registration: https://hubs.la/Q02Z4qrV0

Microbiologics Welcomes SensID! Microbiologics is excited to announce the addition of SensID, a leader in oncology and precision medicine diagnostics based in Rostock, Germany. This partnership strengthens their mission to advance global healthcare by combining SensID’s expertise with their commitment to quality control in diagnostics. Together, they will support technology developers and healthcare professionals to improve patient care worldwide. Congratulations Microbiologics, Granite Partners, Lathrop GPM LLP, and CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), all corporate-level investors in the GSDC, for their role in this successful partnership! #HealthcareInnovation #BiotechPartnership #AdvancingHealthcare

In December 2023, Minnesota experienced a remarkable 26% increase in new business applications compared to 2022. This surge highlights the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit and relentless drive to innovate within the Greater St. Cloud community and beyond! We’re proud to support this growth by providing valuable start-up resources. Explore them today at https://hubs.la/Q02YsnV90. #MNSmallBizBigImpact

Nicole Wilke, the Community Education Director for the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District, has been honored as the 2024 Educator of Excellence by the Minnesota Community Education Association for Region 9. Congratulations to Nicole and the SAUK RAPIDS-RICE ISD 47, a public partner investor in the GSDC, for your unwavering dedication to enhancing the quality of life in the Greater St. Cloud community! #CommunityEducation #QualityOfLife #thrillingtuesdays

Join us tomorrow! This meetup is for entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives, and community members to come together and explore the entrepreneurial journey with founders from central MN and beyond. At the core, this event will place an emphasis on creating connections and sharing stories. We will have an open networking time to connect and grab a cup of coffee, highlight two guest speakers as well as a 20-minute Q+A session with the audience towards the end of the program. Schedule: 8:00 AM - Coffee + Connect (Thank you Kinder Coffee Lab) 8:30 AM - Program Begins 9:15 AM - Program Ends Speakers: Ryan Cross - President & CEO, BCI Construction Inc. Corbin Fonville - Founder, Skillquest LinkedIn Event: https://hubs.la/Q02Yz7D30

Not sure how to get from product concept to a working version 1.0? Join us for an engaging webinar, where we’ll dive into the essentials of building your MVP (Minimum Viable Product). This session is open to everyone! Date: Thursday, December 12th Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (CST) Whether you’re a founder, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the MVP process, this session is designed for you. Our expert speakers will share valuable insights and practical tips that you can immediately apply to build and refine your Minimum Viable Product. ?? Register now to secure your spot! https://hubs.la/Q02YysFt0 Let’s connect, learn, and grow together! Feel free to share this opportunity with anyone who might find it beneficial.