Northside Economic Opportunity Network

06/08/2026

Chef Kevin is the heart and soul of NEON Collective Kitchens. Thank you Star Tribune for covering this new resource for food entrepreneurs!

06/04/2026

More coverage of our NEON Collective Kitchens Grand Opening! Thank you Insight News!

06/03/2026

ICYMI - Fox 9 Good Day stopped by NEON Collective Kitchens in advance of our Grand Opening celebration last month to see what all the fuss was about!

In 2024, the Northside Economic Opportunity Network broke ground on a commercial kitchen facility. The $22 million dollar project is now open for entrepreneurs. NEON Collective Kitchens is 25,000 square feet, with 11 unique kitchens and five food hall counters. It was designed to help launch locally...

06/02/2026

Big conversations need thoughtful voices at the table.

For Community Conversations 7.1, we’re bringing together leaders who are helping shape how AI is understood, implemented, and discussed across industries and communities.

Featured panelist: Dr. Elizabeth M. Adams
A global leader in responsible AI strategy, Dr. Adams helps organizations and leaders think critically about how innovation can remain ethical, people-centered, and community-minded. Her work focuses on ensuring technology advances in ways that reflect accountability, equity, and long-term impact.

This conversation isn’t about fear or hype—it’s about understanding what’s changing and how communities can help shape what comes next.

June 24 | 4:00PM
Metropolitan Ballroom
5418 Wayzata Blvd., Golden Valley

Register today: https://communityconversation7_1.eventbrite.com

05/28/2026

Registration is officially open for NEON Community Conversations 7.1.

Join us for Fueling Possibility Through Innovation & Connection: Removing the Fear of Artificial Intelligence—an honest, community-centered conversation about what Artificial Intelligence means for entrepreneurs, small businesses, workers, creatives, and neighborhoods like ours.

This conversation goes beyond the technology itself. We’ll explore:
• How AI is already shaping everyday life and business
• The opportunities and concerns regarding AI
• How communities can participate in and benefit from innovation
• What equitable, people-centered progress can look like

Whether you’re curious, cautious, excited, or unsure—this space is for you.

June 24 | 4:00PM
Metropolitan Ballroom
5418 Wayzata Blvd., Golden Valley

Register today: https://communityconversation7_1.eventbrite.com

05/27/2026

WCCO & CBS News Minnesota stopped in to NEON Collective Kitchens recently to see the new space and try some of Sadie Mae's Comfort Kitchen's delicious food. Check it out!

https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/video/neon-collective-kitchens-offers-new-opportunities-in-north-minneapollis/

05/26/2026

We were so honored and humbled by all who turned out for our NEON Collective Kitchens Grand Opening and Open House last week. Here are some photo highlights from the events. Thanks to everyone for your support and we look forward to continuing to work with the community to Build Wealth in North Minneapolis!

05/21/2026

Good Morning Northside! We can't wait to show you around the new NEON Collective Kitchens facility this afternoon. Join us from Noon-3pm for tours, refreshments and more. See you shortly!

05/14/2026

We're down to just a week left before our NEON Collective Kitchens Grand Opening Celebration. Join us next Thursday, May 21, from Noon-3pm! We'll be giving tours and we'll have catered food, freshly prepared in our catering prep kitchen. We're so excited to show you around! Reserve your spot at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/neon-collective-kitchens-grand-opening-community-open-house-tickets-1988347564089

05/11/2026

Shout Out to NEON client Jametta Raspberry and ! Jametta's House of Gristle was recently featured in 's On the Radar feature. Check the piece out below. Congrats Jametta!
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2026/05/01/jametta-raspberry-house-of-gristle-minneapolis/