Minnesota State Mankato will shift to remote learning/operations on March 16. Weather essential employees and those without remote work capabilities should report as scheduled. Res halls are open; dining reopens Sunday evening. See mnsu.edu/weather for details.
Greater Mankato Growth and Minnesota State University, Mankato are here to help your business grow. We provide the expertise to build a solid foundation, link you with top talent, help your workforce stay ahead, and keep you connected. Complete the contact form below for more information or scroll down to explore how to leverage our joint resources to empower your business.
Small Business Development Center
- The South Central MN Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers high-quality, confidential, one-on-one business consulting at no cost to both new and existing businesses in the South Central Region: Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, LeSueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, and Watonwan counties.
- Existing businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups are served through a network of professional SBDC business consultants.
- SBDC Services:
- Start-up assistance
- Business plan development
- Feasibility studies
- Access to capital and loan packaging
- Business operations
- Cash flow management and financial analysis
- Bookkeeping and accounting systems
- Marketing plan development and research
- Artificial Intelligence
- Buying or selling a business
- Business valuation and succession planning
- Export/international trade assistance
- Turn-around assistance for struggling businesses
- Apply for services today!
Contact Molly Byron, SBDC Program Manager, at molly.byron@mnsu.edu.
Career Services & Internships
- Post internships, part-time and full-time jobs, volunteer positions, and more.
- Register for Career Fairs and other student-engagement events.
- Develop a recruitment strategy to connect with campus talent.
Contact Katie Jolicoeur in the Career Development Center at 507-389-6061 or hiremavs@mnsu.edu.
Continuing Education & Customized Training
- Explore our high-caliber professional development and training courses that qualify for continuing education in various industries and disciplines.
- Contact us to identify customized training opportunities tailored to advance your workforce to the next level! We provide full-service support and administration of training grants issued through the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Program for employers across all industries.
Contact Kacie Lamont in the Center for Workforce Professional Education at 507-389-1479 or kacie.lamont@mnsu.edu.
Alumni Engagement
- Are you an MSU Alumni-Owned business? Share your story with the MSU Alumni Association so that we can celebrate your success!
Contact Brian Zins in University Advancement at 507-389-1515 or brian.zins@mnsu.edu.
GreenSeam Global Workforce Program
- $1,000 grants are available for businesses seeking guidance and custom strategies to recruit and retain international employees.
- This event has been approved for 2.5 SHRM PDCs.
- Learn more about the program and upcoming events.
Transforming Tomorrow Together
- Get involved! The Transforming Tomorrow Together: Southern Minnesota 2040 campaign is a bold and collaborative effort to shape a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable future for the region.
SHRM Recertification Credits
- Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
Mankato, MN 56001
1-507-389-1000
1-800-722-0544