About us
This group is dedicated to starting, running and growing your independent business/career.
We are independent businesspeople and there are over 38.2 million adult Americans of all ages, skills, and income levels. This includes: consultants, freelancers, contractors, solopreneurs, microbusiness owners, temporary or on-call workers—who regularly work independently to build businesses, develop their careers, pursue passions, and/or supplement their incomes. This group is to provide opportunities to learn from one-another.
As the economy regains its footing in 2021 and beyond, independent workers will return to strong growth as they did in the aftermath of the last recession.
Who are independents? We include:
• Millennials - who are growing into prominence as drivers of independent work and the largest cohort in the workforce.
• Baby Boomers - who continue to work well past traditional retirement age and show no signs of departing from the independent path.
• Gen Z - who are developing into one of the most entrepreneurial generations ever.
We offer free webinars, networking, facilitated discussions and more to build our community.
All sessions will be via Zoom until meeting in-person is possible again.
Upcoming events
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FREE WEBINAR: Setting Up Your Small Business? Choose the Right Legal Entity
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Is Your Business Structure Setting You Up for Success? Understand Your Options!
The legal entity you choose for your business is more than just paperwork – it's the foundation for your control, capital access, liability protection, and tax strategy. Making the wrong choice can have significant consequences.
This 75-minute FREE webinar will cut through the complexity and empower you to choose the ideal legal structure for your new business. We'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of the five most typical business entities:
- Sole Proprietorship
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Partnership
- S Corporation
- C Corporation
Get expert guidance from Peter Brehm, a seasoned Minnesota Attorney at Law, who will help you navigate the crucial factors in this vital decision.
Peter's extensive background includes serving as an associate at Henretta, Cross, Ness & Dolan, General Counsel for Midwest Casualty Insurance Company, and leading his own Minneapolis-based law firm, Peter C. Brehm and Associates. His recognition as a "Rising Star" in small business law underscores his expertise. Peter is admitted to the Minnesota, U.S. District Court, and Arizona State Bars.
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FREE WEBINAR: Small Business Financial Management
·OnlineOnlineTo get the Zoom link for this webinar, you must pre-register using this link: https://live.vcita.com/site/tvs7rfn7evag5g1k/online-scheduling?event=njio7rlbm5siqhzg
Feeling overwhelmed by your business finances? Whether you're just starting out or ready to level up, this webinar will equip you with the key financial principles and practical tools you need to manage your money with confidence and drive profitability.
In this empowering session, you'll discover how to:
- Build a Solid Financial Foundation: Master the essentials of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements) to truly understand your business's health.
- Budget Like a Pro & Forecast Your Future: Create realistic budgets and insightful financial forecasts that keep you on track and prepared for growth.
- Master Cash Flow for Business Survival & Growth: Implement proven strategies for improving cash flow, managing receivables effectively, and ensuring you always have the working capital you need.
- Supercharge Profits: Identify your key cost drivers and implement effective cost-control measures that boost your bottom line without compromising quality or customer satisfaction.
Walk away with actionable strategies and a clear financial roadmap to help your small business thrive at any stage!
This is your chance to get your burning questions answered in our interactive Q&A and connect with fellow business owners.
Who Should Attend:
Small business owners, startups, entrepreneurs, and anyone eager to boost their financial literacy and business management skills.This is a can't-miss session from the MONEY SMART series for Small Business.
Register NOW for this FREE and informative webinar and take control of your financial future!
Have questions? Contact us at info@mbmentors.org
MBMentors is an all-volunteer non-profit helping start-ups and small businesses throughout Minnesota for FREE! www.mbmentors.org
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Past events
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