Audio Logic Systems

Women-Owned Business

There are two divisions to Audio Logic Systems, one side is system integration, where we work with the customer to design, sell and install audio, video, lighting and acoustical equipment. The other part of Audio Logic Systems which is more pertinent to this, is an event company that provides audio, video and lighting for live shows and events. We can provide for a small business meeting all the way up to Target Field.

CRASH+SUES

Women-Owned Business

CRASH+SUES is free-form creative studio specializing in branding and strategy, motion graphics, design and video.

Dialog One

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned

Dialog One is an international language service provider. Phone/Video interpreter services are delivered on-demand 24/7 in over 200 languages.

Heroic Productions

Women-Owned Business

At Heroic Productions, we make it our business to assure our customer's message is seen, heard and remembered by our award-winning event production, live streaming, video, and speakers & entertainment services.

Mercury Creative Group

LGBTQ+ Owned Business

Mercury Creative Group is a fun and focused group of brand strategists, designers, and developers working together to create compelling marketing solutions that are relevant and focused on our client’s objectives. We help B2B brands, associations and nonprofits harness the power of their brand to increase awareness, engagement, and drive growth.

Word Tech Secretarial Service

Women-Owned Business

Word Tech specializes in transcription of audio and video files. They produce high quality, accurate transcripts from your digital files with quick turnarounds. A transcribing service can transcribe branding sessions, conferences calls, corporate videos, administrative/court hearings, documentaries, interviews - one-on-one or groups, focus groups, forums, media broadcasts, podcasts, presentations, sales meetings, seminars, speeches, training sessions, webinars and more

the other media group

Women, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

the other media group is a versatile media production company with over 20 years of experience, specializing in storytelling through various mediums including video and audio production. They offer project management, leadership for community-focused initiatives, and comprehensive media production services, including mentoring individuals of all ages throughout the entire project lifecycle.

IMAV

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

IMAV, established in 2012, is an event production company specializing in high-quality audio-visual solutions for organizations nationwide. The company offers technically advanced, scalable systems suitable for various event sizes and venues. IMAV strives to support organizations, event planners and organizers to achieve their visions.

Abundant Catering

Women-Owned, African America/Black Owned

Abundant Catering offers full service catering & liquor services in the Minneapolis area for all occasions.

Angel Food Bakery & Donut Bar

Women Owned, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned

Angel Food Bakery is an award-winning Twin Cities gem that makes hand-crafted donuts, cupcakes, and savory breakfast items 7 days a week. Easy online ordering and delivery to most downtown hotels, the Minneapolis Convention Center, and many Twin Cities event venues.

Chowgirls Killer Catering

Women-Owned Business

As a women-owned company, we’ve built a business dedicated to taking care of each other, our clients, and our community. We’re proud to have been among the first in sustainable catering and a founding partner of Minnesota Central Kitchen, attracting the innovative, experienced, and thoughtful staff who make us who we are.

Luvafoodie

Women-Owned Business

Luvafoodie is a clean eating and drinking brand specializing in clean eating spice blends and all-natural instant cold brew iced teas.

Mintahoe Catering & Events

African American/Black Owned Business

Award-winning Mintahoe Catering & Events is one of the largest catering companies in Minnesota. Mintahoe offers a vast array of catering options and beautiful spaces to satisfy all event needs.

Panache

Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Using Minnesota Grown Apples, Panache makes (i) non-alcohol infused juices and (ii) alcohol cider at 4.5 % ABV.

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen

African American/Black Owned

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen is authentic Jamaican dishes and family recipes. Jamaicans have been embodying the natural, local, & slow food philosophies for generations – without even trying! That’s why Pimento is so committed to product purity, seasonality, and mindful preparation. These are the cornerstones of our cuisine.

Sawatdee Thai Restaurant Minneapolis

Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

As the first Thai restaurant in the state, Sawatdee has been serving award winning Thai cuisine since 1983. Offering a full bar, take out and delivery, a private party room, full-service catering and more.

Urban Growler Brewing Company

LGBTQ+ and Women-Owned Business

Urban Growler® Brewing Company was opened in July 2014 by Master Brewer Deb Loch and co-head honcho Jill Pavlak. These two combined their complementary skills and passions to create great beer, food and space for everyone. Urban Growler also contains two indoor event spaces to host whatever celebration you'd like!

We Cater to You, LLC

Women-Owned Business

We Cater to You caterers for any occasion—picnics, meetings, open houses, community events, employee appreciation, Galas etc.. We can do box lunches to carved beef tenderloin meals, and are happy to custom a meals as well.

The Bougie Waffle

Women, Black-Owned Business

The Bougie Waffle is a premier food truck and catering service in the Twin Cities, specializing in gourmet sweet and savory waffles, with their signature chicken and waffles dish being a customer favorite. The company offers a diverse menu ranging from side dishes and pasta to late-night snacks and desserts, focusing on delivering culinary excellence and crafting unforgettable dining experiences for both quick bites and catered events.

Sugarspoon Desserts

Women, Black-Owned Business

Sugarspoon Desserts is a boutique cake studio specializing in hand-crafted wedding cakes, custom cakes, and treats, incorporating Caribbean flavors and family traditions. The company offers event experiences and instructional classes, using locally sourced ingredients to create products that reflect their heritage and love for baking.

K's Revolutionary Catering

Women, LGBTQ+, Black-Owned Business

K's Revolutionary Catering and More is a catering company founded by two African-American women with 35 years of combined restaurant industry experience. The business focuses on promoting natural healing and disease prevention through affordable, simple, and flavorful real food offerings, blending cultural traditions with non-traditional culinary ideas.

Global Language Connections

Women-Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business

Global Language Connections is a full-service language services company providing over 100 languages for interpretation, translation, cross cultural and business services. We work across sectors from healthcare, education, legal, government, retail, hospitality to social services. Our professional, trained linguists do more than just facilitate communication; they help connect different communities by eliminating language and cultural barriers.

IMAGEHAUS

LGBTQ+ Owned Business

A strategic design agency that works with organizations who seek to launch, grow, or reinvent themselves with a brand-first approach — to transform brands into compelling experiences by creating emotional connections.

Intercross

Women-Owned Business

Our digital-first approach integrates online and offline marketing, creating targeted campaigns that engage and motivate. Experience-rich by design, our seasoned team uses proven, agile processes to achieve results for our clients. Our lean structure lets us move at the speed of marketing, enabling clients to accomplish more with less. Intercross is a WBENC-certified woman-owned business.

Mercury Creative Group

LGBTQ+ Owned Business

Mercury Creative Group is a fun and focused group of brand strategists, designers, and developers working together to create compelling marketing solutions that are relevant and focused on our client’s objectives. We help B2B brands, associations and nonprofits harness the power of their brand to increase awareness, engagement, and drive growth.

Minuteman Press Uptown

African American/Black Owned Business

Minuteman Press Uptown is a quick turn printing company that prints everything from paper stationary items, marketing materials, signage, promotional products, apparel and much more. Includes graphic design staff and bulk mailing.

Mod & Company

Women-Owned Business

Mod & Co is a full-service advertising, marketing, and social media management agency specializing in awareness and behavioral change, multi-channel campaigns. We’ve worked with non-profits, city, local and state governments, and private businesses. Work includes logo design, curriculum design, social media content and management, collateral design and advertising.

Precision Signs & Imaging

Veteran Owned Business

Precision Signs & Imaging offers design, fabrication, installation, service and removal of custom commercial signs of all types, including exterior (LED message centers, monuments, pylons, cabinets, dimensional letters, and channel letters), interior (digital directories, ADA signs, lobby signs, window and door vinyl). We have a vinyl division that does vehicle wraps and graphics, wall murals, window and door vinyl, and post & panel signs. We also fabricate all types of trade show displays, large and small (including table throws, retractable banners, and compartmentalized trade show booths.

Premier Staffing Group

Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned

Premier Staffing Group specializes in light industry manufacturing. Premier specialized in packaging, warehousing, fulfillment/distribution, medical and electronic assembly.

Resolution Graphics

Women-Owned Business

Resolution Graphics is a commercial printing company specializing in offset printing, large format graphics printing and signage including installation, and custom envelope manufacturing. We are skilled in the manufacturing of items such as brochures, letterhead, booklets, marketing materials, banking and custom envelopes, vehicle graphics, wall graphics, banners, event signage, direct mail, and fulfillment.

Smart Delivery Service

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Smart Delivery Service provides same day courier service, on-demand delivery service, scheduled courier service, route delivery service, medical courier service, warehousing services, distribution and logistics.

W.J. Thom Company

Women-Owned Business

W.J. Thom Company sells imprinted promotional advertising items & decorated apparel.

Juice House

Women, LGBTQ+, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Black, Veteran, Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Business

Juice House is a global creative agency and content collective headquartered in Minneapolis, with offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Amsterdam, and Stockholm. With over twenty years of experience and a finger on the pulse of contemporary culture, they specialize in high-impact creative production, content creation, 360° campaign development, and cutting-edge influencer, digital, and direct marketing strategies. This highly-acclaimed collective is known for building authentic fan bases and brand advocates through innovative strategies and creative solutions

Briinoir

Women, Black-owned Business

Briinoir is a visual creative business offering mural services, illustration services, hosting art workshops and community healing art events.

Blackbird Revolt LLC

Women, Black, LGBTQ+ owned Business

Blackbird Revolt LLC is a design company founded in 2016 that focuses on engaging communities through art and activism, providing a platform for diverse voices and conscious creatives. The company aims to inspire activism and community transformation through their designs, centering on intersectionality and supporting marginalized voices in their work.

Inherited Stories

Asian American/Pacific Islander-owned Business

Inherited Stories is a legacy documentary company dedicated to helping families remember the people they love through personalized service and storytelling excellence. Its mission is to preserve the personalities and life stories of living family members so future generations can know them and benefit from their wisdom. The company's Emmy Award-winning storytellers focus on creating a high-quality visual narrative while emphasizing transparency, integrity, and empathy during their collaborative process with families.

Amerigo Visual Design

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

Amerigo Visual Design is a visual design company with over 27 years of experience in branding, website development, and marketing materials creation for diverse businesses and organizations. The firm specializes in social impact projects and offers tailor-made solutions from end to end. Whether you need a simple flyer ASAP or just started a new business and need it all. Additional services include social media management, photography, and email marketing, with access to a network of consultants for comprehensive project support.

Mango Day

Woman, LGBTQ+, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic, Black-Owned Business

Mango Day is a creative agency specializing in brand identity design and strategy, social media, web design and brand consulting services for BIPOC artists, entrepreneurs, and community based non-profits. The company focuses on creating equitable growth opportunities for minority-owned businesses and artists, aiming to generate sustainable income that flows back into their communities.

Phusion LLC

Woman, Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Business

Phusion LLC is a woman and minority-owned marketing solutions company offering a comprehensive range of services including promotional and apparel sourcing, print and mail services, project management, and custom eCommerce solutions. With over a decade of experience, Phusion specializes in delivering tailored marketing strategies and high-quality products through its extensive network of reputable providers and state-of-the-art technology.

Print-N-Stitch

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Print-N-Stitch is a custom apparel and promotional product company offering high-quality services on top brand items, with a focus on customer satisfaction and creative design support. They provide a wide variety of customizable products, including apparel, bags, towels, caps, and mugs, while emphasizing individualized attention and timely delivery for each project.

Khoo Consulting

Women, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Khoo Consulting, a federal and state certified target market minority and woman-owned small business (DBE, CERT, MNUCP, WOSB), specializes in inclusive outreach and public engagement, helping clients develop and implement civic participation processes that are inclusive of diverse races, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, and socio-economic statuses. The firm also provides diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) services, offering coaching, training, and strategies to create inclusive work environments and reduce disparity gaps. Additionally, Khoo Consulting offers marketing and communications services, developing integrated strategies to connect brands with multicultural audiences through data-driven decision-making and diverse media channels.

Micro Systems LLC

Immigrant, Black-Owned Business

Micro Systems LLC is a full-service firm specializing in data management and analytics solutions for small and mid-size businesses. The company offers expertise in data analytics, data warehouse development, Azure Database and Synapse Analytics, Microsoft SQL Server, data migration, and machine learning and AI. Micro Systems LLC helps businesses streamline growth by transforming messy data into actionable insights and providing efficient data management services.

PixelBoi

Black-owned

PixelBoi is a graphic design, photo, and video studio capable of rebrands, branding guidelines, branded video content, and branded photography content. Not only have they been helping large globally recognized companies and nonprofit organizations rebrand, but they've also helped them become visually reliable to tell their truth, serve their communities, and become guideposts for brand governance for 14 years.

A Touch of Magic Entertainment

Women-Owned Business

A Touch of Magic Entertainment provides premier entertainment services for events of all sizes. We’ll make your next corporate event - picnic, banquet, community celebration, private party - an event to remember for years to come. For over 35 years, we have been bringing joy to families & children, teens & 'tweens and adults! We guarantee an entertaining experience for your guests, and a worry-free experience for YOU.

American Massage Therapy Association - Erin Hewitt

Women-Owned Business

Erin Hewitt, MT, American Massage Therapy Association, Minnesota offers professional massage services for your next company event or activity. This premier company offers you the highest trained massage therapists for any group size. We can accommodate both chair and table massage for corporate, fundraising and sporting events.

BMINX

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Sophisticated Gifting Options for your Corporate Brand. We specialize in creating a unique, luxury gift for your clients, VIP guests, and out of town attendees.

Experience the Twin Cities

Women-Owned Business

Hungry for an off-the-beaten path Twin Cities food experience? If you enjoy delicious food and exploring historical neighborhoods, you'll love our Food Tours. Choose from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Skyway, Slice of Minneapolis, Minneapolis Riverwalk, Heart of Minneapolis/St. Paul, "Nordeast" River District, Minneapolis Eat & Sip and winery tours!

First Avenue

Women-Owned Business

First Avenue is more than just four walls, a soundboard, and a stage; it is the epicenter of live music and entertainment in Minneapolis. Since 1970, this rock venue & tiny side bar in an old depot have hosted & launched many name acts.

Kiku Enterprises, Inc.

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Translation service offering US/Japan business consulting, sight-seeing tours in Minnesota and more.

Kinni Creek Lodge & Outfitters

Women-Owned Business

We invite you to experience the rustic casualness of Kinni Creek Lodge, a fine boutique fly fishing lodge streamside on the Kinnickinnic River in the Northern Driftless Area of River Falls, Wisconsin.

Mall of America

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business

Mall of America® is located in Bloomington, Minnesota—only 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. As one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, Mall of America features—520 stores, 50 restaurants and attractions galore! Plus, there's no sales tax on clothing or shoes!

Minneapolis NW/Maple Grove KOA Campground

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Only 15 miles from Minneapolis Convention Center and US Bank Stadium, the KOA Campground offers level and pull-through sites, full hook-ups, 30 and 50 AMP electricity. All modern KOA facilities including free WiFi are available at this very nice, quiet campground.

Roshini Performance Group

Women-Owned Business

Whether as a WCCO Radio host, media commentator, or presence engineer, Roshini wants you to Own Your WOW!™

Sassy Lassy Interactive Events

Women-Owned Business

Sassy Lassy Interactive Events hosts a variety of games & game shows for groups of 15 - 2000+ people, with real-time interaction facilitated by a dynamic, live emcee. We are agents of laughter, joy, and genuine connection. Whether you are hosting a holiday party, conference, employee engagement event, or a corporate team-building event, our games & game shows encourage connection across difference.

Textile Center

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

A national center for fiber art, Textile Center features exceptional fiber art galleries, an artisan shop of handmade gifts, one of the nation's largest circulating textile libraries, a professional dye lab, a natural dye plant garden, and classes for all ages.

Twin Cities Brewery Tours

Women-Owned Business

Explore Minnesota's booming craft beer scene on our Brewery Tours! Taste flagship, seasonal and local favorites while getting insider access to the best breweries and brewpubs in town on our all-inclusive tours.

Twin Cities Distillery Tours

Women-Owned Business

Sip your way through Minnesota's award-winning distilleries on our Distillery Tours! You'll explore several destinations, learn how your favorite adult beverages are made and taste new concoctions straight from the source.

Twin Cities Sightseeing Tours

Women-Owned Business

Travel to some of the Twin Cities' most loved landmarks on our Sightseeing Tours! From historic museums to world-famous murals, these tours are perfect for locals and visitors alike! Choose from our Minneapolis Landmark Bus Tour, Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour, The Prince Legacy Tour or Festive Holiday Lights Tour.

Watershed Spa

Women-Owned Business

A transformative communal bathing destination offering holistic spa services and integrative wellness treatments. Rediscover you while feeling the power of community.

Wendy Porter Events LLC / Minnesota B.O.L.D

Women-Owned Business

From leadership meetings and national sales conferences, to VIP hospitality events, trade shows, music festival activations, award galas, employee celebrations and more, Wendy Porter Events has experience producing it.

The Cake Therapy Foundation

Women, Black-Owned Business

The Cake Therapy Foundation is a transformative community supporting systems impacted women and girls in the justice system, the foster care system, and out of home placements (displacement) fostering resilience, healing and entrepreneurial spirit.

Growth Industries

Women, Black-Owned Business

Growth Industries creates spaces and opportunities for true potential to be realized then actualized through personal development workshops, curriculum building, and personalized experiences. The company offers services to corporations, non-profits, and individuals, including but not limited to Personal Empowerment consulting, group facilitation, marketing content creation, voiceovers, event host, etc.

Extended Exposure

Women-Owned Business

Extended Exposure is a diverse supplier based in Saint Paul committed to customizing high quality gifts, souvenirs, and marketing products.  We offer tradeshow give-a-ways, corporate gifts, employee appreciation awards, sponsorship items, holiday and marketing campaigns that enforce your agency motto.

Little Pepper Promotions

Women-Owned Business

Little Pepper does all things promotional. Boost your marketing efforts with unique branded promotions that speak to your needs — on literally anything for anyone. Promotional giveaways, apparel, accessories, pens, drinkware, totes, electronics, signs, printing and much more! We’re ready to share our ideas and expertise. What you put your name on matters. We’ll help you do it right.

MAMP Creations

Women-Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business

MAMP Creations is an online Retail Store of clothing, unique gifts and more to help change the world. Designs are created by award winning author, M. Ann Machen Pritchard. With the social issues of bullying, texting and driving, child abuse, alcohol and drug addiction and more, MAMP Creations saw the need to help change the world.

Sweet Potato Comfort Pie

Women-Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business

Founded in 2014 by Rose McGee, Sweet Potato Comfort Pie uses cultural food, the arts, mentoring, and innovative live events to create communities of care for racial healing and change.

Twin Pines Imprinting

Veteran-owned

Promotional products supplier including screen printing & embroidery services, sportswear & logo clothing, signs and banners. Anything you imagine we can put a logo on.

You Betcha Box

Women-Owned Business

You Betcha! Box's mission is to make it easy for people to discover, enjoy and share the wonderful diversity of exceptional products made right here in our home state by small Minnesota businesses. You Betcha Box is committed to diversity, inclusion and the environment, striving to represent and showcase the diversity of Minnesota products and people and to use packaging that is recyclable or reusable. They include "Meet the Maker" Profiles cards for the makers in the box that share their unique and inspiring stories as well as recipes and suggested uses.

Pie Promo Products & Designs LLC

Women, Black-Owned Business

Pie Promo Products & Designs LLC is a full-service advertising specialties company offering a wide range of promotional items and customized marketing solutions for businesses. The company provides various programs and services, including corporate recognition, trade show materials, and e-commerce solutions, with an extensive selection of branded merchandise to suit diverse marketing objectives and budgets.

Best Western Plus at National Sports Center

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

All suite hotel features free hot breakfast, fitness center, business center, indoor pool, jacuzzi, wireless inter net, arcade room and meeting room. 100% smoke free hotel. Hotel shuttle service available. The Best Western Plus is the closest hotel to the National Sports Center, golf courses and many restaurants.

DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place

Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Business

Located just three miles west of downtown Minneapolis, the DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place offers 297 guest rooms and 26,000 square feet of meeting space, Dover Restaurant and Bar, business center, complimentary parking and a 3-4% tax savings from Minneapolis and Bloomington.

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront

Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Businesss

The InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront is located in downtown St. Paul overlooking the scenic Mississippi River. Our hotel has 43,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and is connected by Skyway to Xcel Energy Center, River Centre and other downtown offices.

JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America

Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Business

To the worldly traveler seeking authentically crafted experiences and intuitive service for business and leisure, JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America is re-defining luxury in Minneapolis. Easily accessible to the Minneapolis International Airport, and downtown, the hotel creatively delivers an inspiring environment enriched by the unique local culture, wildlife and culinary expertise.

Radisson RED Minneapolis

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Gone are stuffy hotels and rigid rules. Radisson RED Minneapolis has taken care of the essentials, like free high speed WiFi, manning the bar, and showcasing the best local flavors in the OUIBar +KTCHN; so that you can focus on creating a better trip. Our unique model means you’re in control. From keyless entry, to requesting extra pillows. Use the app to get what you need AND what you want.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott - Minneapolis West

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, Hispanic/Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business

Welcome to SpringHill Suites Minneapolis West, located 0.5 miles from The Shops at West End, 4 miles from downtown Minneapolis,16 miles from the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport and Mall of America and minutes from the Minneapolis Convention Center. The hotel offers all suite accommodations with plush bedding, a dedicated living and sleeping area, wet-bar, mini refrigerator and microwave. The living area includes a sleeper sofa, work desk, free high-speed wireless Internet and iPod docking station. Enjoy our complimentary breakfast with many fresh choices for a customized start to your day, a 24-hour Market, business center with free internet and printer access, indoor pool and whirlpool and updated fitness center. Featuring over 1,500 square feet of meeting space with audio visual and catering options.

Wingate by Wyndham Coon Rapids

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Enjoy a stay at our hotel where every guest is family & you have a remarkable stay. Our Coon Rapids hotel prides itself on providing the best service in the area. You know exactly what you're getting when you choose our hotel, the best service, spacious rooms and our famous complimentary breakfast.

Arradondo Planning Group

Women-Owned Business

The Arradondo Planning Group (APG) gets results right away by assessing your needs accurately and quickly, followed by using our proven APG Event Methodology(tm) to generate several preliminary plans from which to choose – all offering different concept trade-offs and budget levels. Once an event plan is selected, your APG Team fully develops the complete program that integrates your event strategy and business goals into a production plan with our implementation team – before, during and after your event.

Do Good Events

Women-Owned Business

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota we are an innovative event planning business revitalizing the Twin Cities event scene. We love all things events and specialize in our work with businesses & non-profits. Do Good Events knows how to plan creative events that elevate your business, your relationships and our community. Do Good Events believes every event is unique and needs to highlight you! Let us take the stress out of the planning and allow you to enjoy your event and guests. We all have a full plate, just think how much more you could get accomplished in your day if you weren’t planning your next lunch and learn or product launch? Let us handle the event planning details so you can be the host.

Gold Standard Accommodations

African American/Black Owned Business

Gold Standard Accommodations (GSA) has provided conference, event, and trade show planning services for government agencies, multiple groups, associations, and private organizations, etc. across the United States. Services include but not limited to conference management, electronic registration, securing meeting space, sleeping rooms and convention space. GSA has established strong relationships with hundreds of hotels, convention and visitors bureaus throughout the United States.

Hana April Inc

Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Hana April Inc. maximizes your marketing efforts with powerful design activations, installations + live events that show off your brand. Our unparalleled strategy amplifies your presence + creates authentic experiences that people rally behind.

Linen Effects

Women-Owned Business

Linen Effects is one of the most well-known and respected event and wedding décor rental companies in the twin cities. We are constantly bringing in new, design-forward products that clients can use for weddings, corporate events, galas, mitzvahs, or personal celebrations. Our expertly trained team can help guide your rental selections, curate your event rentals, and even help plan and design your event.

Lucent Blue Events + Design

Women-Owned Business

As an award-winning creative agency with a focus on design, experiential marketing, and events, we create and execute internal & external engagement strategies and unforgettable experiences for clients across the United States. Our elevated, sustainable, wow-factor results illuminate brands & cultivate deep connections.

Management HQ

Women-Owned Business

Management HQ (MHQ) manages and provides infrastructure to professional and trade associations that are determined to thrive. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., MHQ represents a global association management company with a network of experts around the world.

Mason Creative

Women-Owned Business

Mason Creative has vast experience creating award-winning events for major corporations and non-profits. The mission is to create events and experiences that enrich lives, deepen connections and ignite people's desire for your cause, brand or goal.

MN Latinos

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic

The mission of MN Latinos is to serve as a platform for Latinos in Minnesota, to connect and find everything that they need, as well as a bridge for anyone wanting to join and support our community.

Nemer Fieger Associations, Inc

Women-Owned Business

Nemer Fieger Associates has provides integrated marketing & advertising services for 60+ years. Providing media planning/buying, creative/design, event production/promotions, social media, public/media relations for retail, hospitality, entertainment, food, non-profit and franchise clients.

Preston Spire

Women-Owned Business

Preston Spire is a modern marketing agency accelerating brand and business growth through the power of Good Wins. Good Wins is about making brands positively matter by creating experiences so meaningful, they are welcome in people’s lives.

The LaClare Group, Inc

Women-Owned Business

Meeting planners with knowledge on in-person, virtual and hybrid meetings

TRIA

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

World class orthopedic care and sports medicine

Tunheim Partners

Women-Owned Business

Over 30 years of results in public relations, public affairs, digital marketing and corporate communications.

Wendy Porter Events

Women-Owned Business

Wendy Porter Events amplifies major brands by delivering unforgettable experiences, in live, hybrid and virtual event settings.

Nyia Harris LLC

Woman, Black-Owned Business

Nyia Harris LLC is a professional speaking engagement business founded by Nyia Harris, offering hosting, moderating, emcee, and facilitation services for various events. The company provides personalized consultations to understand client needs and create engaging, memorable experiences, leveraging Harris's expertise in public speaking and content creation since 2017.

Mirror Ink

Women, Black-Owned Business

Mirror Ink is a business consulting and people development firm focusing on strategy, planning, and logistics. They transform businesses and individuals, encouraging collaboration to build team cultures reflecting their values. Through events, team building, strategy, and effective communication, they foster strong connections internally and with customers. They believe in a holistic approach to business and people development.

New World Learning Solutions

Woman, Black-Owned Business

New World Learning Solutions is a woman, teacher, and minority-owned business providing educational staffing solutions and services. The company specializes in teaming with a diverse group of new and experienced educators to offer high quality instructional coverage, special education services, customized programming, academic coaching, educator recruitment, and professional development. Based in Minnesota, New World Learning Solutions aims to strengthen organizations and empower educators while addressing teacher shortages and promoting effective, student-centered education.

EPU Consultants, LLC

Woman, Black-Owned Business

EPU Consultants, LLC is a national leadership firm specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion training for community organizations and PreK-12 schools. Founded by Radious Guess, the company offers workshops and trainings covering leadership development, prejudice reduction, coalition building, conflict resolution, and violence prevention. EPU Consultants provides services including community outreach and engagement, translation/interpretation services, DEI and REI training, meeting facilitation, retreat and strategic planning, and team building.

Alex Carroll Photography

BIPOC-Owned Business

Alex Carroll Photography services involve capturing high-quality images and documenting special occasions such as weddings, corporate events, parties, or conferences. Our professional event photographers are skilled in capturing candid moments, creating a visually compelling narrative, and delivering a memorable collection of photographs that preserve the essence and atmosphere of the event.

Coppersmith Photography

Women-Owned Business

Editorial, branding, lifestyle photography for your business, event or family. Coppersmith Photography covers everything from corporate events, small businesses, families, and weddings. Translating who you are, and what your team does, through photos.

Lauren B Photography

Women-Owned Business

Natural. Unexpected. Artfully Edgy. Covering a variety of events in a professional, documentary, storytelling fashion, Lauren B Photography provides a complete image collection based on your needs.

Mediapolis

Veteran Owned

Mediapolis is verified as a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). We provide professional video production services that include marketing, training and TV commercials. We also provide live streaming of events, photography and website design.

Mercury Creative Group

LGBTQ+ Owned

Mercury Creative Group is a fun and focused group of brand strategists, designers, and developers working together to create compelling marketing solutions that are relevant and focused on our client’s objectives. We help B2B brands, associations and nonprofits harness the power of their brand to increase awareness, engagement, and drive growth.

Min Enterprises Photography

Women-Owned Business, LGBTQ+ Owned Business

Min Enterprises Photography produces premium quality, vibrantly clear images in partnership with our clients for websites, marketing, and social media.

Rivets and Roses

LGBTQ+ and Women-Owned Business

Rivets & Roses is a Minneapolis-based wedding photography studio featuring a team of four photographers — each with their own style, personality, and approachable price points. As advocates and members of the LGBTQ+ community in wedding photography, our core mission centers on equality and celebrating love in all its forms. Through our inclusive approach, we empower couples to commemorate their special day exactly as they envision, fostering a space where every love story shines.

Chris McDuffie Photography

Black-Owned Business

Chris McDuffie Photography specializes in commercial and editorial photography with a high fashion aesthetic. Based in Minneapolis, the company has collaborated with high-profile clients such as Nike, YouTube, Aveda, ESPN, GQ, StockX, and Target, delivering visually striking and impactful work.

Brit's Pub & Eating Establishment

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Brit's is a traditional English pub boasting three unique outdoor areas, including the famous 16,000 square-foot English Garden Park. Special facilities are available to accommodate private events of almost any size.

Du Nord Social Spirits

African American/Black Owned

Du Nord Social Spirits is the first Black-owned distillery in the country, producing award-winning vodka, gin, whiskey, apple liqueur, and coffee liqueur. A portion of proceeds from the vodka goes to support the Du Nord Foundation. "It's real good booze that does real good."

Herbivorous Butcher

Women-Owned Business, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Herbivorous Butcher is America's first vegan butcher shop and offers meat-free meats and cheese-free cheeses made in small batches by a brother and sister team.

La Dona Cerveceria

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

La Doña Cerveceria is Minnesota's Latin inspired brewery. Offering a spacious taproom, event space, art gallery, and 3v3 soccer field located in the middle of our large patio, La Doña Cerveceria is a great spot to host meetings, view community art, and immerse yourself in Latin Culture.

Midtown Global Market

Women-Owned Business, Asian American / Pacific Islander Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business

Midtown Global Market is an internationally-themed public marketplace offering fresh and prepared foods, restaurants, and unique gifts. It is a dynamic community gathering place that highlights the talent, ambition, and cultural assets that characterize its neighborhood.

MN Latinos

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

The mission of MN Latinos is to serve as a platform for Latinos in Minnesota, to connect and find everything that they need, as well as a bridge for anyone wanting to join and support our community.

O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.

Asian American / Pacific Islander Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

Helmed by world renowned Master Distiller, Brian Nation, O'shaughnessy Distilling Co. set about building a state of the art distillery in our family hometown of Minneapolis, to produce world-class whiskeys and serve as a source of pride for our community.

Pizza Luce

Women-Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business

Experience Pizza Luce's unique atmosphere, award winning pizza and full bar, featuring gourmet and traditional pizzas, hoagies, pastas, vegan and vegetarian specialties and freshly baked desserts.

Sawatdee Thai Restaurant Minneapolis

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

We bring fresh, authentic food from Thailand all the way to Minnesota. Sawatdee isn't just about great food; it's about exploring Thai culture. Sawatdee began in 1983 as the first Thai restaurant in the five-state area. Minnesotans were intriuged by the sweet, sour, bitter and salty taste combinations found in authentic Thai cooking. Celebrating 30 years, Sawatdee has become a Twin Cities favorite. Voted "Best Thai 2012" by MPLS/St. Paul Magazine. Offering catering, delivery, lunch buffet, full bar, daily happy hour, and a private party room.

Smack Shack

African American/Black Owned Business

Smack Shack, Minnesota based casual coastal seafood has been in the press since being featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” in 2011 for their work at the 1029 bar. Their success and notoriety has only grown since the brick and mortar restaurant opened in the North Loop of Minneapolis in 2013.

Southwest Business Association

African American/Black Owned

The Southwest Business Association supports efforts to strengthen the community connections between our local businesses and residents, encourage vibrant and engaging business areas in our neighborhoods, and continue to build a southwest Minneapolis that we are all proud to have as an area where we live, work and play.

The Lynhall

Women-Owned Business

The Lynhall is a market-inspired restaurant, event space, kitchen studio, and incubator kitchen. As a collective of culinary-driven individuals, we teach classes, bake goods, cook rotisserie meats, make thoughtful cocktails and coffee, and always have something new and nourishing to share. Stop by to learn, shop, meet friends or make new ones, get a bite, and be inspired. Grab a seat at the table.

The Market at Malcolm Yards

Women-Owned Business

The Market at Malcolm Yards is a food hall and gathering place for the Twin Cities, featuring 9 kitchens, a bar serving batch cocktails and a self-pour tap-wall with 30 different beer and wine options. The Market also features two separate event spaces for groups between 50 - 300 guests.

Twin Cities Brewery Tours

Women-Owned Business

Explore Minnesota's booming craft beer scene on our Brewery Tours! Taste flagship, seasonal and local favorites while getting insider access to the best breweries and brewpubs in town on our all-inclusive tours.

Twin Cities Distillery Tours

Women-Owned Business

Sip your way through Minnesota's award-winning distilleries on our Distillery Tours! You'll explore several destinations, learn how your favorite adult beverages are made and taste new concoctions straight from the source.

Uptown Lobby @ Granada Theater

Women-Owned Business

Welcome to the Granada, a historic theatre built in 1927. Following its stylistic renovation in 2019, the Granada is now your perfect venue for parties, weddings, live music, corporate events, and full service dining and craft cocktails seven days a week.

Heal Mpls

Women, Black-Owned Business

Heal Mpls is a community cafe in North Minneapolis offering affordable herbal medicine and nutritious, plant-based food to support a holistic lifestyle. As a spirit-led space, it focuses on community healing, intentional eating, and personalized health goal support, with a menu that is 100% soy-free, MSG-free, meat-free, and dairy-free.

The Nicollet Diner

LGBTQ+ Owned Business

Full service restaurant. Breakfast all day. Fresh burgers, espresso and ice cream.

Mall of America

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business

Mall of America® is located in Bloomington, Minnesota—only 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. As one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, Mall of America features—520 stores, 50 restaurants and attractions galore! Plus, there's no sales tax on clothing or shoes!

Midtown Global Market

Women-Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business

Midtown Global Market is an internationally-themed public marketplace offering fresh and prepared foods, restaurants, and unique gifts. It is a dynamic community gathering place that highlights the talent, ambition, and cultural assets that characterize its neighborhood.

MN Latinos

Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

The mission of MN Latinos is to serve as a platform for Latinos in Minnesota, to connect and find everything that they need, as well as a bridge for anyone wanting to join and support our community.

Southwest Business Association

Women-Owned Business

The Southwest Business Association supports efforts to strengthen the community connections between our local businesses and residents, encourage vibrant and engaging business areas in our neighborhoods, and continue to build a southwest Minneapolis that we are all proud to have as an area where we live, work and play.

House of Culture

Black, Woman/NonBinary, LGBTQIA2+, Neurodivergent, Disabled (access-driven)-Owned Business

House of Culture is a Black-owned space in North Minneapolis featuring a curated thrift and vintage shop with a Queer Black aesthetic, offering specialty clothing, cultural attire, and products from local artisans. The back space serves as an expansive area for visual art exhibitions, pop-up events, sound healing, and community gatherings, fostering unique healing and liberating experiences

Allegra Downtown

Women-Owned Business

Your single source for professional marketing materials. Fast turnarounds and design services available.

B&L Supply Inc

Black Owned Business

B&L Supply Inc. is a full line electrical supplier of electrical products such as wire, lighting, pipe and other commodities as well!

Rare Production

LGBTQ+, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned

Arts and entertainment media production company that promotes, produces, and co-creates opportunities and events utilizing innovative artistic methods and strategies.

Sapphyre Group LLC

Women-Owned Business

The Sapphyre Group, LLC executes the details and daily management for events of all sizes. Contracts are negotiated, timelines established, budgets met, and tradeshows coordinated. This experienced group will provide the expertise and efficiency you are looking for, for your next event!

Stagetime Productions

LGTBQ+ and Women-Owned Business

Stagetime Productions has been in business for 20 years, offering event planning and production services. We produce corporate and nonprofit meetings, events, and conferences. We managed Operations for Super Bowl Live and produced the 2022 Experience STEAM Carnival at Mall of America.

Eclipse Global Transportation

Women-Owned Business, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Owned Business, American Indian/Alaska Native Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business

Eclipse is a worldwide ground transportation provider of sedans to motor coaches, specializing in airport meet and greets, corporate meetings, conventions, shuttles, tours, and special events.

Premier Transportation

Women-Owned Business

Premier Transportation offers full-service chauffeured transportation with airport and event transfers, and full-time customer service at Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Their fleet includes executive sedans, limousines, vans, mini and motorcoaches, SUV's, and are available 24/7.

Courtyard by Marriott Edina Bloomington

African American/Black Owned Business

The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests. You'll also enjoy inviting, flexible spaces where you can work or relax, free Wi-Fi throughout. Plus, our well-equipped fitness center and indoor pool will help you stay refreshed and energized. Please ask about our shuttle service to and from the Mall of America.

DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place

American Indian/Alaska Native Owned Business

Located just three miles west of downtown Minneapolis, the DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place offers 297 guest rooms and 26,000 square feet of meeting space, Dover Restaurant and Bar, business center, complimentary parking and a 3-4% tax savings from Minneapolis and Bloomington.

Gale Mansion

Women-Owned Business

Gale Mansion is a historic venue with full service in house catering & liquor license. Accommodates up to 200 seated meal and 250 cocktail style party. Main level has spaces for smaller more intimate groups. Gale Mansion offers an elegant ballroom equipped with an A/V system, stage, dance floor.

Hell's Kitchen

Women-Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business

Hell's Kitchen is a fiercely independent, uniquely Minnesotan Downtown MPLS establishment and one of the country’s most-booked restaurants serving food that’s unique but not fancy, interesting but not fussy.

Inwood Oaks

African American/Black Owned Business

Inwood Oaks is a beautifully renovated event venue with a grand ballroom & flexible additional spaces.

Leopold's Mississippi Gardens

Women-Owned Business

Mississippi Gardens is located on the beautiful Mississippi River. This location is a perfect fit for events, as it offers serenity and privacy. By combining experience with creativity, Mississippi Gardens will create and deliver spectacular events that will be remembered for a lifetime.

Minnesota Boat Club

African American/Black Owned Business

Located on the shores of Raspberry Island and surrounded by the Mississippi river, the Minnesota Boat Club offers a truly unique setting for events.

Nicollet Island Pavilion

African American/Black Owned Business

Experience the spectacular views of downtown Minneapolis and the Stone Arch Bridge from the garden terrace and promenade of Nicollet Island Pavilion's enchanting setting in historic St. Anthony Main.

Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business

Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown boasts an incredible location in the heart of the city. You’ll be within walking distance to Target Field, Theaters, Target Center & U.S. Bank Stadium. The hotel features 360 rooms & suites, direct access to the Skyway System, Free WiFi, and Wood + Paddle Eatery.

St. Mary's University Event Center

African American/Black Owned Business

Saint Mary’s College offers beautiful and historic venue spaces for conferences, meetings, athletic events, weddings, and more. Our gorgeous campus dates back to the 1840s and has been preserved to maintain its historical integrity and breathtaking atmosphere. With both indoor and outdoor spaces, we have the perfect venue to bring your event to life.

The Lynhall

Women-Owned Business

The Lynhall is a market-inspired restaurant, event space, kitchen studio, and incubator kitchen. As a collective of culinary-driven individuals, we teach classes, bake goods, cook rotisserie meats, make thoughtful cocktails and coffee, and always have something new and nourishing to share. Stop by to learn, shop, meet friends or make new ones, get a bite, and be inspired. Grab a seat at the table.

Uptown Lobby @ Granada Theater

Women-Owned Business

Welcome to the Granada, a historic theatre built in 1927. Following its stylistic renovation in 2019, the Granada is now your perfect venue for parties, weddings, live music, corporate events, and full service dining and craft cocktails seven days a week.

The Legacy Building

Women, Black-Owned Business

The Legacy Building is a Black-owned creative space in south Minneapolis offering 1600 square feet of versatile facilities including event space, performance areas, studios, gallery and rehearsal spaces for creatives to experiment and collaborate. This sanctuary for creativity provides resources, workshops, and events to nurture artists throughout their creative journey, with a mission to catalyze cultural growth by spotlighting and supporting creative Black voices.

Our Space MN

Woman, LGBTQ+, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Black, Veteran, Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native-Owned Business

Our Space MN is a QTPOC-Owned queer trans people of color serving LGBTQIA community. They are a community-driven campaign focused on creating physical and virtual spaces for LGBTQ+ communities in the Twin Cities. The organization aims to establish a thriving queer and trans community center that reflects community voices and needs, with a focus on health and wellbeing, economic development, arts and culture, and leadership development.

Voice of Culture

Black, Woman/NonBinary, LGBTQIA2+, Neurodivergent, Disabled (access-driven)-Owned Business

Voice of Culture is a Black family-led organization providing culturally-based engagement through West African rhythms and movements with a Black American twist since 2008. The group creates and maintains Black spaces for the study and practice of cultural arts, promoting mental health, physical wellbeing, and healing while addressing various aspects of Black community development and empowerment.