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2025 CONFERENCE WORKSHOP
How to become CERT Certified
Unlock Grant Funding for Your Business or Building — with the City of Saint Paul’s STAR Program
Nya Hardaman
Presented By:
Title:
Project Manager
Business/Organization:
City of Saint Paul
Workshop Details:
Co-Host: Erin Lewis
Does your business have a leaky roof? Have you always wanted to make your building more accessible, but lacked the funds to do so? Join us to learn more about the Neighborhood STAR grant program, offering grants to both for- and non-profit entities for capital improvements. We’re go over the ins and out of the program, including some tips for grant-seekers, and leave plenty of time for your questions.
What You'll Learn:
Who qualifies and how to apply
What types of projects get funded
Tips to strengthen your application
About the Presenter:
New-ish to the Twin Cities, Nya joined the City of St. Paul in 2023 with experience in community programming and socioeconomic development. She supports the STAR team as a Project Manager, helping manage grant funding that supports neighborhood improvement and local investment. Outside of work, she enjoys trying new restaurants, baking sweet treats, and crafting.
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About the 2025 conference
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical skills, meet peers, and invest in your business journey.
This workshop is part of the YOBIZMO 2025 Wealth Building Conference — a free, one-day event for Asian Minnesotans to build income, grow businesses, and expand creative futures.
DATE: Sat, Aug 16th, 2025
doors open: 9am
program hours: 10am - 4pm
LOCATION: Wilder Center
451 Lexington Pkwy N.,
St. Paul, MN 55104
Event Conference Schedules
Conference Schedule at a Glance
Agenda Overview:
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9:00 – 10:00 AM – Registration & Welcome Lounge Opens
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10:00 – 11:00 AM – Workshop Session 1 (4 concurrent workshops)
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11:00 – 11:10 AM – Transition Break
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11:10 – 12:10 PM – Workshop Session 2 (4 concurrent workshops)
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12:10 – 12:20 PM – Transition Break / Lunch Table Setup
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12:20 – 1:40 PM – Lunch & Keynote Program
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12:20 PM Lunch & Seating
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12:35 PM Welcome – Bao
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12:40 PM Welcome – Va-Megn
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12:45 PM Jeffrey Yang (Allianz) Remarks
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12:50 PM Kou Vang Keynote + Q&A
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1:10 PM Lisa Closing Remarks
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1:30 PM Raffle/Survey Instructions & Reminder
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1:40 – 2:40 PM – Workshop Session 3 (4 concurrent workshops)
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2:40 - 2:50 PM – Transition Break
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2:50 - 3:50 PM – Workshop Session 4 (4 concurrent workshops)
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3:50- 4:00 PM – Transition Break
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4:00 – 4:15 PM – Closing Remarks + Raffle Drawings
THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSOR:
