DAWNtrepreneur Resource Fair, Showcase, & Pitch Competition
October 9, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Northspan's DAWN program brings you a business resource fair, a showcase of emerging entrepreneurs, and a live pitch competition where participants compete for a $3,000 grant. It’s a chance to connect, explore, and support local businesses.
Venue Info
Maco Theater
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Join us for the DAWNtrepreneur Showcase and Pitch Competition, a premier event celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation in northeastern Minnesota.
When: October 9, 2025, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Maco Theater, Virginia, MN
This free event is hosted by Northspan's Driving Access to Networks and Wealth (DAWN) program. As the northeast regional hub for Launch Minnesota, DAWN is part of a statewide collaborative effort to help entrepreneurs start or accelerate their business. Learn more about DAWN and the Showcase and Pitch Competition event here: https://dawnmn.org/
The evening will feature three exciting parts:
- Business Resource Fair: Connect with organizations offering tools, funding, and support to help launch or grow your business—all in one place.
- DAWNtrepreneur Showcase: Explore unique business ventures and connect with emerging entrepreneurs at their own individual booths.
- Pitch Competition: Cheer on select participants as they deliver dynamic, 5-minute live pitches to compete for the grand prize of a $3,000 grant award.
Whether you're a community supporter, investor, or curious innovator, we’d love to have you in the audience to come be inspired and support emerging entrepreneurs from across the region!