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𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁-𝗨𝗽 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

1st Place - Hmong Rising by 𝘐𝘢 𝘟𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘨

2nd Place - Heal in Heels by 𝘕𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘵𝘢 𝘝𝘢𝘯𝘨

3rd Place - INA by Kalina by 𝘒𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘢 𝘠𝘢𝘯𝘨

𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

1st Place - Jaspirations by 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘦 𝘝𝘢𝘯𝘨

2nd Place - Gaginang Greetings by 𝘋𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘦 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯

3rd Place - Warman Muay Thai by 𝘔𝘢𝘪 𝘟𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘨

about the entrepreneurial SHOWCASE

Taking place at the Wilder Foundation in Saint Paul, MN, this event is designed to uplift and honor emerging business leaders, foster innovation, and inspire growth in our local community. Join us for a day of creativity, networking, and inspiration as we support small businesses and recognize their invaluable contributions.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a small business owner, or someone passionate about community development, the Entrepreneurial Showcase offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the future of local business innovation!

why attend?

  • Experience innovative pitches from talented entrepreneurs.

  • Network with business leaders and community members.

  • Support small business growth and economic development.

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2024 growth Small Business Winners

During our first Pitch Competition in 2024, YOBIZMO awarded six entrepreneurs across Small Business Growth and Start-Up Small Business categories. This expanded recognition reflected our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs at different stages of their business journey.

Jannie Vang

Jaspirations LLC

1st Place - Growth Small Business

Diane Tran

Gaginang Greetings

2nd Place - Growth Small Business

Mai Jessica Xiong

Warman Muay Thai

3rd Place - Growth Small Business

2024 Start-up Small Business Winners

During our first Pitch Competition in 2024, YOBIZMO awarded six entrepreneurs across Small Business Growth and Start-Up Small Business categories. This expanded recognition reflected our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs at different stages of their business journey.

Ia Xiong

Hmong Rising

1st Place - Start-Up Small Business

Nakita Vang

Heal in Heels

2nd Place - Start-Up Small Business

INA by Kalina

INA by Kalina

3rd Place - Start-Up Small Business

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2024 Pitch Competition Finalist List

Bakas Handmade

Benjamine Soto

I am originally from the Philippines and am the oldest of three...

Thriving Dot

Catherine Yang

Catherine Yang, CEO of Thriving Dot, brings over 9+ years of digital marketing expertise

Gaginang Greetings

Diane Tran

Diane Tran is CEO of Gaginang Greetings, an enterprise bridging Teochew, Vietnamese, and...

INA by Kalina

INA by Kalina

I am a plus-size creative dedicated to promoting body positivity, self-empowerment...

Hmong Rising

Ia Xiong

Ia Xiong is a psychologist who specializes in multicultural issues and trauma-informed care...

Jaspirations LLC

Jannie Vang

Jannie Vang founded Jaspirations. Her entrepreneurial journey is fueled by a deep love...

StoryCloth Wellness

Kia Lee

Kia Lee, MSW, LICSW, MBA, is a licensed mental health professional, educator, and...

Madlee Beauty Bar

Maddy Lee

Maddy Lee is the owner and lead artist at Madlee Beauty Bar. By day she is a Human...

Empowered Me LLC

Mai Choo Yang

Mai Choo is a Lead Case Manager at Amherst H. Wilder Foundation and founder of...

Warman Muay Thai

Mai Jessica Xiong

Mai Jessica Xiong is a dedicated entrepreneur who is passionate about empowering...

Heal in Heels

Nakita Vang

Nakita Vang is a multi-creative powerhouse dedicated to healing and empowerment...

Madebynhia LLC

Nhia Xiong

Nhia is passionate about supporting marginalized college students in higher education...

Electro Magnetic People Art Co.

Ronnie Spann

Lifelong artist skilled in various mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, jewelry...

Food on the Fly Foods

Samo Newman

I’m Samo. I’ve been in foodservice in Minneapolis since 2002. After working every position...

Stats LLC

Yia Kou Xiong

My name is Yia Kou Xiong. Currently, I work as a Financial Analyst, but less...

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Saint Paul, MN 55103

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