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MAU is helping to keep all Africans and the African diaspora community in Minnesota united. We act as

07/03/2026

🚨 Registration Is Filling Fast—Don't Miss Your Chance to Launch Your Business! 🚀
Have a business idea you've been putting off? Now is the time to take action.

Join Minnesota Africans United's Simple Steps to Starting a Business training series and gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to turn your vision into reality.

Over five weeks, you'll learn how to:
✅ Register and legally establish your business
✅ Navigate cultural expectations in business
✅ Create an effective marketing strategy
✅ Build a strong financial plan and budget
✅ Access funding opportunities and business resources

📅 Wednesdays | July 8 – August 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Brookdale Library – Meeting Room ABC
6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Suite 800
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Whether you're launching your first business or ready to take the next step, this series will provide practical tools, expert guidance, and valuable connections to help you succeed.

🎯 Seats are limited—register today before the cohort fills up!

🔗 Register now: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/simple-steps-to-starting-a-business-summer-2026-series

07/02/2026

🌍 Expand Your Business Through Agriculture, Trade & Global Connections

Are you ready to grow your farm or agribusiness? Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand into new markets, Minnesota Africans United (MAU) invites you to explore a series of exciting Agriculture, Trade & Investment events this summer.

Designed for African diaspora farmers, entrepreneurs, agribusiness professionals, and investors, these events provide opportunities to:

🌱 Connect with new markets and industry leaders
🤝 Build strategic partnerships
🌍 Explore international trade and export opportunities
🚜 Learn about agricultural innovation and food processing
💼 Discover resources to help launch or grow your farm-to-market business

MAU continues to strengthen economic and cultural ties between Minnesota and Africa through agricultural partnerships, trade promotion, market access, food systems development, poultry genetics and breeding, and international investment initiatives.

Don't miss these upcoming opportunities to network, learn, and grow your business.

📅 View Upcoming Events & Register: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/1events

07/01/2026

🚜 Experience Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2026! 🌾

Join Minnesota Africans United for the 72nd Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, one of the Midwest's premier agricultural events, taking place July 14–16, 2026, at Redetzke's No Joke Dairy in Stratford, Wisconsin.

This three-day event brings together farmers, agribusiness professionals, educators, innovators, and industry leaders to showcase the latest advancements in agriculture and farming technology.

Why attend?
🌱 Explore cutting-edge agricultural technologies and equipment
🚜 Learn about innovative farming practices and sustainability
🤝 Connect with farmers, agribusiness professionals, and industry experts
🌍 Discover new opportunities in agriculture, trade, and business growth
💡 Experience one of Wisconsin's largest and most respected agricultural showcases

Hosted by the Redetzke family, a fifth-generation farming operation established in 1911, this year's event offers a unique opportunity to see innovation in action while celebrating a rich agricultural legacy.

📅 July 14–16, 2026
📍 Redetzke's No Joke Dairy
216601 Wescott Ave, Stratford, WI 54484

Whether you're a farmer, entrepreneur, agribusiness leader, educator, or simply passionate about the future of agriculture, this is an event you won't want to miss.

🔗 Learn more: www.wifarmtechdays.org

Space is limited—Register Here: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/wisconsin-farm-technology-days-2026

06/30/2026

💡 Have a business idea but not sure where to begin?.

Take the first step toward entrepreneurship with Minnesota Africans United’s Simple Steps to Starting a Business training series!

This five-week program is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs gain the knowledge, confidence, and resources needed to launch and grow a successful business.

You'll learn about:

✅ Business registration and legal requirements
✅ Cultural expectations in business
✅ Marketing and branding strategies
✅ Financial planning and budgeting
✅ Funding opportunities and business resources

📅 Wednesdays | July 8 – August 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Brookdale Library, Meeting Room ABC
6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Suite 800
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Whether you're exploring a new business idea or ready to take your next step, this series will provide the tools, guidance, and support to help you succeed.

Register today: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/simple-steps-to-starting-a-business-summer-2026-series

06/25/2026

🚀 Ready to turn your business idea into reality?

There’s no better time to start working toward your dream of becoming a business owner! Join Minnesota Africans United for our next cohort of the Simple Steps to Starting a Business training series.

This powerful five-week program will help aspiring entrepreneurs learn the fundamentals of starting and growing a successful business, including:

✅ Business registration and legal requirements
✅ Cultural expectations in business
✅ Marketing and branding strategies
✅ Financial planning and budgeting
✅ Funding resources and opportunities

📅 Wednesdays | July 8 – August 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Brookdale Library, Meeting Room ABC
6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Suite 800
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Whether you have a business idea or are ready to take the next step, this series will provide the knowledge, tools, and support to help you succeed.

Register here: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/simple-steps-to-starting-a-business-summer-2026-series

06/16/2026

🌍 Expand Your Business: Upcoming Trade, Agribusiness & Networking Opportunities

Are you looking to start, stabilize, or grow your farm business? Are you interested in connecting with markets, agricultural technology, food processing opportunities, and strategic partnerships that can help launch or expand your farm-to-market business?

Join us for a powerful series of Agriculture, Trade & Investment summer events designed to connect African diaspora farmers, entrepreneurs, agribusiness leaders, and investors with opportunities across the Midwest and beyond.

Through trade missions to Iowa, North Dakota, Farmfest, and the U.S.–Africa Trade & Investment Summit, MAU has continued strengthening economic and cultural ties between Minnesota and Africa through agricultural partnerships, trade promotion, market access, poultry genetics and breeding, food systems development, and international investment initiatives.

Upcoming Featured Events: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/1events

06/05/2026

🌍 MAU’s Import-Export Business Training Series is officially underway! ✨

Our first session brought together entrepreneurs and small business leaders ready to explore opportunities in the global marketplace.

Hosted by Minnesota Africans United (MAU) in partnership with the Minnesota Trade Office – DEED, this training series equips participants with valuable knowledge in:

✔️ Import-Export Fundamentals
✔️ Market Analysis
✔️ Financial Management
✔️ Logistics & Operations
✔️ Navigating Trade Barriers
✔️ International Business Planning

Led by international trade expert Mykola Megits, Ph.D., participants also gain access to mentorship, technical assistance, and business resources through MAU, MTO-DEED, and SBA partners.

💡 It’s not too late to join us and take your business global! 🚀🌎

Register here: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/import-export-business-training

06/03/2026

⏳ Last Chance to Register! 🌍 Import/Export Training Series!

Ready to take your business to the global marketplace? Join Minnesota Africans United (MAU), in partnership with the Minnesota Trade Office, for an impactful Import-Export Business Training Series created to help entrepreneurs grow, expand, and compete internationally.

💡 In this training series, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Identify international market opportunities
✔️ Navigate shipping, logistics & trade financing
✔️ Overcome common import-export challenges
✔️ Develop a strong global business strategy

Gain valuable insights from international trade expert Mykola Megits, Ph.D., while connecting with mentors, business resources, and tools designed to support your entrepreneurial journey.

📅 Thursdays | June 4 – July 2, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Brookdale Library, Brooklyn Center

🔗 Register today: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/import-export-business-training

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your business beyond borders! 🚀🌎

05/19/2026

✨ Thank You for Making the 2026 “Connections to Success” Annual Gala a Success! ✨

On May 7, Minnesota Africans United proudly hosted our 2026 “Connections to Success” Annual Gala at the DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East — a memorable evening celebrating African culture, entrepreneurship, and community impact. 🌍🤝

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our guests, sponsors, and community partners, we raised more than $51,000 to support MAU’s entrepreneurship, workforce development, mentorship, and economic recovery programs for families and small businesses facing financial challenges.

Your support helps us continue building stronger, more empowered communities together. ❤️

If you were unable to attend, there’s still time to support our mission — donate today! Donate here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9YPLMVFEPJLLE&source=url&ssrt=1778893622435

Thank you for believing in the work of Minnesota Africans United. Together, we are creating connections to success. 🌟

View Gala Photo Gallery: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/2026gala

05/13/2026

🌍 Ready to grow your business beyond borders? 📦✨

Minnesota Africans United (MAU), in partnership with the Minnesota Trade Office, invites you to an exciting Import-Export Business Training Series designed to help entrepreneurs tap into global opportunities.

🚀 Discover how to:
✔️ Enter international markets
✔️ Handle shipping, logistics & financing
✔️ Navigate trade challenges with confidence
✔️ Create a winning global business strategy

Learn directly from international trade expert Mykola Megits, Ph.D., and connect with valuable mentors, resources, and tools to support your success.

📅 Thursdays | June 4 – July 2, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Brookdale Library, Brooklyn Center

🔗 Register today: https://www.mnafricansunited.org/event-details/import-export-business-training

Your global business journey starts now 🌎

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