Business Growth Partners

Current and hopeful business owners can get free, confidential business counseling through Open to Business. Whether it's building out your business plan or speaking with a professional accountant about bookkeeping, Open to Business offers key resources to entrepreneurs. 

Additionally, we understand that financing can be the toughest part of getting your business off the ground. Open to Business is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and offers many financing programs. 

Learn more on the Open to Business page.

For 50 years, the Hastings Chamber has been a business membership organization that provides opportunities for local businesses to connect, grow & make an impact on their community.  The Chamber is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and provides access to resources, promotional opportunities, workforce development programs, education and networking events. 

They serve as a convener for leaders and influencers in the Hastings area; bringing businesses, elected officials, decision makers and educators together to make the Hastings area a great place to work, grow a business, visit and live.

Learn more on the Chamber's website.

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (MN DEED) is the state's primary business development agency. They have numerous programs to promote business recruitment, expansion and retention. 

If you are looking at starting a business in Minnesota, MN DEED has a "Starting a Business" webpage that answers a lot of the big questions. 

Resources for getting your business properly registered with the state can be found on the Secretary of State website