Diverse Supplier Guide
In support of diverse and minority-owned small businesses, we've put together a resource list of diverse suppliers who have partnered with Meet Minneapolis.
Check out our LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses Guide
Audio Visual Services
Audio Logic Systems
Women-Owned Business
There are two divisions to Audio Logic Systems, one side is system integration, where we work with the customer to design, sell and install audio, video, lighting and acoustical equipment. The other part of Audio Logic Systems which is more pertinent to this, is an event company that provides audio, video and lighting for live shows and events. We can provide for a small business meeting all the way up to Target Field.
CRASH+SUES
Women-Owned Business
CRASH+SUES is free-form creative studio specializing in branding and strategy, motion graphics, design and video.
Dialog One
Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned
Dialog One is an international language service provider. Phone/Video interpreter services are delivered on-demand 24/7 in over 200 languages.
Heroic Productions
Women-Owned Business
At Heroic Productions, we make it our business to assure our customer's message is seen, heard and remembered by our award-winning event production, live streaming, video, and speakers & entertainment services.
Mercury Creative Group
LGBTQ+ Owned Business
Mercury Creative Group is a fun and focused group of brand strategists, designers, and developers working together to create compelling marketing solutions that are relevant and focused on our client’s objectives. We help B2B brands, associations and nonprofits harness the power of their brand to increase awareness, engagement, and drive growth.
Word Tech Secretarial Service
Women-Owned Business
Word Tech specializes in transcription of audio and video files. They produce high quality, accurate transcripts from your digital files with quick turnarounds. A transcribing service can transcribe branding sessions, conferences calls, corporate videos, administrative/court hearings, documentaries, interviews - one-on-one or groups, focus groups, forums, media broadcasts, podcasts, presentations, sales meetings, seminars, speeches, training sessions, webinars and more
Caterers
Abundant Catering
Women-Owned, African America/Black Owned
Abundant Catering offers full service catering & liquor services in the Minneapolis area for all occasions.
Angel Food Bakery & Donut Bar
Women Owned, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned
Angel Food Bakery is an award-winning Twin Cities gem that makes hand-crafted donuts, cupcakes, and savory breakfast items 7 days a week. Easy online ordering and delivery to most downtown hotels, the Minneapolis Convention Center, and many Twin Cities event venues.
Chowgirls Killer Catering
Women-Owned Business
As a women-owned company, we’ve built a business dedicated to taking care of each other, our clients, and our community. We’re proud to have been among the first in sustainable catering and a founding partner of Minnesota Central Kitchen, attracting the innovative, experienced, and thoughtful staff who make us who we are.
Luvafoodie
Women-Owned Business
Luvafoodie is a clean eating and drinking brand specializing in clean eating spice blends and all-natural instant cold brew iced teas.
Mintahoe Catering & Events
African American/Black Owned Business
Award-winning Mintahoe Catering & Events is one of the largest catering companies in Minnesota. Mintahoe offers a vast array of catering options and beautiful spaces to satisfy all event needs.
Panache
Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Using Minnesota Grown Apples, Panache makes (i) non-alcohol infused juices and (ii) alcohol cider at 4.5 % ABV.
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen is authentic Jamaican dishes and family recipes. Jamaicans have been embodying the natural, local, & slow food philosophies for generations – without even trying! That’s why Pimento is so committed to product purity, seasonality, and mindful preparation. These are the cornerstones of our cuisine.
Sawatdee Thai Restaurant Minneapolis
Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
As the first Thai restaurant in the state, Sawatdee has been serving award winning Thai cuisine since 1983. Offering a full bar, take out and delivery, a private party room, full-service catering and more.
The Nicollet Diner
LGBTQ+ Owned Business
Full service restaurant. Breakfast all day. Fresh burgers, espresso and ice cream.
Urban Growler Brewing Company
LGBTQ+ and Women-Owned Business
Urban Growler® Brewing Company was opened in July 2014 by Master Brewer Deb Loch and co-head honcho Jill Pavlak. These two combined their complementary skills and passions to create great beer, food and space for everyone. Urban Growler also contains two indoor event spaces to host whatever celebration you'd like!
We Cater to You, LLC
Women-Owned Business
We Cater to You caterers for any occasion—picnics, meetings, open houses, community events, employee appreciation, Galas etc.. We can do box lunches to carved beef tenderloin meals, and are happy to custom a meals as well.
Global Language Connections
Women-Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business
Global Language Connections is a full-service language services company providing over 100 languages for interpretation, translation, cross cultural and business services. We work across sectors from healthcare, education, legal, government, retail, hospitality to social services. Our professional, trained linguists do more than just facilitate communication; they help connect different communities by eliminating language and cultural barriers.
IMAGEHAUS
LGBTQ+ Owned Business
A strategic design agency that works with organizations who seek to launch, grow, or reinvent themselves with a brand-first approach — to transform brands into compelling experiences by creating emotional connections.
Intercross
Women-Owned Business
Our digital-first approach integrates online and offline marketing, creating targeted campaigns that engage and motivate. Experience-rich by design, our seasoned team uses proven, agile processes to achieve results for our clients. Our lean structure lets us move at the speed of marketing, enabling clients to accomplish more with less. Intercross is a WBENC-certified woman-owned business.
Mercury Creative Group
LGBTQ+ Owned Business
Mercury Creative Group is a fun and focused group of brand strategists, designers, and developers working together to create compelling marketing solutions that are relevant and focused on our client’s objectives. We help B2B brands, associations and nonprofits harness the power of their brand to increase awareness, engagement, and drive growth.
Minuteman Press Uptown
African American/Black Owned Business
Minuteman Press Uptown is a quick turn printing company that prints everything from paper stationary items, marketing materials, signage, promotional products, apparel and much more. Includes graphic design staff and bulk mailing.
Mod & Company
Women-Owned Business
Mod & Co is a full-service advertising, marketing, and social media management agency specializing in awareness and behavioral change, multi-channel campaigns. We’ve worked with non-profits, city, local and state governments, and private businesses. Work includes logo design, curriculum design, social media content and management, collateral design and advertising.
Precision Signs & Imaging
Veteran Owned Business
Precision Signs & Imaging offers design, fabrication, installation, service and removal of custom commercial signs of all types, including exterior (LED message centers, monuments, pylons, cabinets, dimensional letters, and channel letters), interior (digital directories, ADA signs, lobby signs, window and door vinyl). We have a vinyl division that does vehicle wraps and graphics, wall murals, window and door vinyl, and post & panel signs. We also fabricate all types of trade show displays, large and small (including table throws, retractable banners, and compartmentalized trade show booths.
Premier Staffing Group
Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned
Premier Staffing Group specializes in light industry manufacturing. Premier specialized in packaging, warehousing, fulfillment/distribution, medical and electronic assembly.
Resolution Graphics
Women-Owned Business
Resolution Graphics is a commercial printing company specializing in offset printing, large format graphics printing and signage including installation, and custom envelope manufacturing. We are skilled in the manufacturing of items such as brochures, letterhead, booklets, marketing materials, banking and custom envelopes, vehicle graphics, wall graphics, banners, event signage, direct mail, and fulfillment.
Smart Delivery Service
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Smart Delivery Service provides same day courier service, on-demand delivery service, scheduled courier service, route delivery service, medical courier service, warehousing services, distribution and logistics.
W.J. Thom Company
Women-Owned Business
W.J. Thom Company sells imprinted promotional advertising items & decorated apparel.
Event Activities, Entertainment, and Speakers
A Touch of Magic Entertainment
Women-Owned Business
A Touch of Magic Entertainment provides premier entertainment services for events of all sizes. We’ll make your next corporate event - picnic, banquet, community celebration, private party - an event to remember for years to come. For over 35 years, we have been bringing joy to families & children, teens & 'tweens and adults! We guarantee an entertaining experience for your guests, and a worry-free experience for YOU.
American Massage Therapy Association - Erin Hewitt
Women-Owned Business
Erin Hewitt, MT, American Massage Therapy Association, Minnesota offers professional massage services for your next company event or activity. This premier company offers you the highest trained massage therapists for any group size. We can accommodate both chair and table massage for corporate, fundraising and sporting events.
BMINX
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Sophisticated Gifting Options for your Corporate Brand. We specialize in creating a unique, luxury gift for your clients, VIP guests, and out of town attendees.
Experience the Twin Cities
Women-Owned Business
Hungry for an off-the-beaten path Twin Cities food experience? If you enjoy delicious food and exploring historical neighborhoods, you'll love our Food Tours. Choose from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Skyway, Slice of Minneapolis, Minneapolis Riverwalk, Heart of Minneapolis/St. Paul, "Nordeast" River District, Minneapolis Eat & Sip and winery tours!
First Avenue
Women-Owned Business
First Avenue is more than just four walls, a soundboard, and a stage; it is the epicenter of live music and entertainment in Minneapolis. Since 1970, this rock venue & tiny side bar in an old depot have hosted & launched many name acts.
Kiku Enterprises, Inc.
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Translation service offering US/Japan business consulting, sight-seeing tours in Minnesota and more.
Kinni Creek Lodge & Outfitters
Women-Owned Business
We invite you to experience the rustic casualness of Kinni Creek Lodge, a fine boutique fly fishing lodge streamside on the Kinnickinnic River in the Northern Driftless Area of River Falls, Wisconsin.
Mall of America
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business
Mall of America® is located in Bloomington, Minnesota—only 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. As one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, Mall of America features—520 stores, 50 restaurants and attractions galore! Plus, there's no sales tax on clothing or shoes!
Minneapolis NW/Maple Grove KOA Campground
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Only 15 miles from Minneapolis Convention Center and US Bank Stadium, the KOA Campground offers level and pull-through sites, full hook-ups, 30 and 50 AMP electricity. All modern KOA facilities including free WiFi are available at this very nice, quiet campground.
Roshini Performance Group
Women-Owned Business
Whether as a WCCO Radio host, media commentator, or presence engineer, Roshini wants you to Own Your WOW!™
Sassy Lassy Trivia & Events
Women-Owned Business
Sassy Lassy Trivia & Events hosts a variety of games & game shows for groups of 15 - 2000+ people, with real-time interaction facilitated by a dynamic, live emcee. We are agents of laughter, joy, and genuine connection. Whether you are hosting a holiday party, conference, employee engagement event, or a corporate team-building event, our games & game shows encourage connection across difference.
Textile Center
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
A national center for fiber art, Textile Center features exceptional fiber art galleries, an artisan shop of handmade gifts, one of the nation's largest circulating textile libraries, a professional dye lab, a natural dye plant garden, and classes for all ages.
Twin Cities Brewery Tours
Women-Owned Business
Explore Minnesota's booming craft beer scene on our Brewery Tours! Taste flagship, seasonal and local favorites while getting insider access to the best breweries and brewpubs in town on our all-inclusive tours.
Twin Cities Distillery Tours
Women-Owned Business
Sip your way through Minnesota's award-winning distilleries on our Distillery Tours! You'll explore several destinations, learn how your favorite adult beverages are made and taste new concoctions straight from the source.
Twin Cities Sightseeing Tours
Women-Owned Business
Travel to some of the Twin Cities' most loved landmarks on our Sightseeing Tours! From historic museums to world-famous murals, these tours are perfect for locals and visitors alike! Choose from our Minneapolis Landmark Bus Tour, Minneapolis Riverfront Walking Tour, The Prince Legacy Tour or Festive Holiday Lights Tour.
Watershed Spa
Women-Owned Business
A transformative communal bathing destination offering holistic spa services and integrative wellness treatments. Rediscover you while feeling the power of community.
Wendy Porter Events LLC / Minnesota B.O.L.D
Women-Owned Business
From leadership meetings and national sales conferences, to VIP hospitality events, trade shows, music festival activations, award galas, employee celebrations and more, Wendy Porter Events has experience producing it.
Gifts and Promotional Items
Curly Girlz Candy
Women-Owned Business
Established in 2014, award-winning Curly Girlz Candy pioneered the sugar-free candy market in 2016 as the first company to create and market caramels without the use of maltitol or other artificial sweeteners. Since that time, we’ve expanded our line to include a wide range of chocolate and non-chocolate confections, along with seasonal specialties like fudge, truffles, and nut rolls. In addition, we offer a line full sugar and reduced sugar caramels and candies including our award-winning sea salt caramels and salted nut rolls.
Women-Owned Business
Extended Exposure is a diverse supplier based in Saint Paul committed to customizing high quality gifts, souvenirs, and marketing products. We offer tradeshow give-a-ways, corporate gifts, employee appreciation awards, sponsorship items, holiday and marketing campaigns that enforce your agency motto.
Little Pepper Promotions
Women-Owned Business
Little Pepper does all things promotional. Boost your marketing efforts with unique branded promotions that speak to your needs — on literally anything for anyone. Promotional giveaways, apparel, accessories, pens, drinkware, totes, electronics, signs, printing and much more! We’re ready to share our ideas and expertise. What you put your name on matters. We’ll help you do it right.
MAMP Creations
Women-Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business
MAMP Creations is an online Retail Store of clothing, unique gifts and more to help change the world. Designs are created by award winning author, M. Ann Machen Pritchard. With the social issues of bullying, texting and driving, child abuse, alcohol and drug addiction and more, MAMP Creations saw the need to help change the world.
Sweet Potato Comfort Pie
Women-Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business
Founded in 2014 by Rose McGee, Sweet Potato Comfort Pie uses cultural food, the arts, mentoring, and innovative live events to create communities of care for racial healing and change.
Twin Pines Imprinting
Veteran-owned
Promotional products supplier including screen printing & embroidery services, sportswear & logo clothing, signs and banners. Anything you imagine we can put a logo on.
You Betcha Box
Women-Owned Business
You Betcha! Box's mission is to make it easy for people to discover, enjoy and share the wonderful diversity of exceptional products made right here in our home state by small Minnesota businesses. We aim to fit as much "good' as possible into every box. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and the environment: we strive to represent and showcase the diversity of Minnesota products and people and to use packaging that is recyclable or reusable. We include "Meet the Maker" Profiles cards for the makers in the box that share their unique and inspiring stories as well as recipes and suggested uses. Your gift recipients will love reading about the Minnesotans behind the tasty products featured.
Hotels
Best Western Plus at National Sports Center
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
All suite hotel features free hot breakfast, fitness center, business center, indoor pool, jacuzzi, wireless inter net, arcade room and meeting room. 100% smoke free hotel. Hotel shuttle service available. The Best Western Plus is the closest hotel to the National Sports Center, golf courses and many restaurants.
DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place
Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Business
Located just three miles west of downtown Minneapolis, the DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place offers 297 guest rooms and 26,000 square feet of meeting space, Dover Restaurant and Bar, business center, complimentary parking and a 3-4% tax savings from Minneapolis and Bloomington.
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront
Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Businesss
The InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront is located in downtown St. Paul overlooking the scenic Mississippi River. Our hotel has 43,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and is connected by Skyway to Xcel Energy Center, River Centre and other downtown offices.
JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
Native American/Indigenous/Alaska Native Owned Business
To the worldly traveler seeking authentically crafted experiences and intuitive service for business and leisure, JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America is re-defining luxury in Minneapolis. Easily accessible to the Minneapolis International Airport, and downtown, the hotel creatively delivers an inspiring environment enriched by the unique local culture, wildlife and culinary expertise.
Radisson RED Minneapolis
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Gone are stuffy hotels and rigid rules. Radisson RED Minneapolis has taken care of the essentials, like free high speed WiFi, manning the bar, and showcasing the best local flavors in the OUIBar +KTCHN; so that you can focus on creating a better trip. Our unique model means you’re in control. From keyless entry, to requesting extra pillows. Use the app to get what you need AND what you want.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott - Minneapolis West
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, Hispanic/Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business
Welcome to SpringHill Suites Minneapolis West, located 0.5 miles from The Shops at West End, 4 miles from downtown Minneapolis,16 miles from the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport and Mall of America and minutes from the Minneapolis Convention Center. The hotel offers all suite accommodations with plush bedding, a dedicated living and sleeping area, wet-bar, mini refrigerator and microwave. The living area includes a sleeper sofa, work desk, free high-speed wireless Internet and iPod docking station. Enjoy our complimentary breakfast with many fresh choices for a customized start to your day, a 24-hour Market, business center with free internet and printer access, indoor pool and whirlpool and updated fitness center. Featuring over 1,500 square feet of meeting space with audio visual and catering options.
Wingate by Wyndham Coon Rapids
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Enjoy a stay at our hotel where every guest is family & you have a remarkable stay. Our Coon Rapids hotel prides itself on providing the best service in the area. You know exactly what you're getting when you choose our hotel, the best service, spacious rooms and our famous complimentary breakfast.
Meeting and Event Planning Services
Arradondo Planning Group
Women-Owned Business
The Arradondo Planning Group (APG) gets results right away by assessing your needs accurately and quickly, followed by using our proven APG Event Methodology(tm) to generate several preliminary plans from which to choose – all offering different concept trade-offs and budget levels. Once an event plan is selected, your APG Team fully develops the complete program that integrates your event strategy and business goals into a production plan with our implementation team – before, during and after your event.
Do Good Events
Women-Owned Business
Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota we are an innovative event planning business revitalizing the Twin Cities event scene. We love all things events and specialize in our work with businesses & non-profits. Do Good Events knows how to plan creative events that elevate your business, your relationships and our community. Do Good Events believes every event is unique and needs to highlight you! Let us take the stress out of the planning and allow you to enjoy your event and guests. We all have a full plate, just think how much more you could get accomplished in your day if you weren’t planning your next lunch and learn or product launch? Let us handle the event planning details so you can be the host.
Gold Standard Accommodations
African American/Black Owned Business
Gold Standard Accommodations (GSA) has provided conference, event, and trade show planning services for government agencies, multiple groups, associations, and private organizations, etc. across the United States. Services include but not limited to conference management, electronic registration, securing meeting space, sleeping rooms and convention space. GSA has established strong relationships with hundreds of hotels, convention and visitors bureaus throughout the United States.
Hana April Inc
Women-Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Hana April Inc. maximizes your marketing efforts with powerful design activations, installations + live events that show off your brand. Our unparalleled strategy amplifies your presence + creates authentic experiences that people rally behind.
Linen Effects
Women-Owned Business
Linen Effects is one of the most well-known and respected event and wedding décor rental companies in the twin cities. We are constantly bringing in new, design-forward products that clients can use for weddings, corporate events, galas, mitzvahs, or personal celebrations. Our expertly trained team can help guide your rental selections, curate your event rentals, and even help plan and design your event.
Lucent Blue Events + Design
Women-Owned Business
As an award-winning creative agency with a focus on design, experiential marketing, and events, we create and execute internal & external engagement strategies and unforgettable experiences for clients across the United States. Our elevated, sustainable, wow-factor results illuminate brands & cultivate deep connections.
Management HQ
Women-Owned Business
Management HQ (MHQ) manages and provides infrastructure to professional and trade associations that are determined to thrive. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., MHQ represents a global association management company with a network of experts around the world.
Mason Creative
Women-Owned Business
Mason Creative has vast experience creating award-winning events for major corporations and non-profits. The mission is to create events and experiences that enrich lives, deepen connections and ignite people's desire for your cause, brand or goal.
MN Latinos
Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic
The mission of MN Latinos is to serve as a platform for Latinos in Minnesota, to connect and find everything that they need, as well as a bridge for anyone wanting to join and support our community.
Nemer Fieger Associations, Inc
Women-Owned Business
Nemer Fieger Associates has provides integrated marketing & advertising services for 60+ years. Providing media planning/buying, creative/design, event production/promotions, social media, public/media relations for retail, hospitality, entertainment, food, non-profit and franchise clients.
Preston Spire
Women-Owned Business
Preston Spire is a modern marketing agency accelerating brand and business growth through the power of Good Wins. Good Wins is about making brands positively matter by creating experiences so meaningful, they are welcome in people’s lives.
The LaClare Group, Inc
Women-Owned Business
Meeting planners with knowledge on in-person, virtual and hybrid meetings
TRIA
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
World class orthopedic care and sports medicine
Tunheim Partners
Women-Owned Business
Over 30 years of results in public relations, public affairs, digital marketing and corporate communications.
Wendy Porter Events
Women-Owned Business
Wendy Porter Events amplifies major brands by delivering unforgettable experiences, in live, hybrid and virtual event settings.
Photography
Alex Carroll Photography
BIPOC-Owned Business
Alex Carroll Photography services involve capturing high-quality images and documenting special occasions such as weddings, corporate events, parties, or conferences. Our professional event photographers are skilled in capturing candid moments, creating a visually compelling narrative, and delivering a memorable collection of photographs that preserve the essence and atmosphere of the event.
Coppersmith Photography
Women-Owned Business
Editorial, branding, lifestyle photography for your business, event or family. Coppersmith Photography covers everything from corporate events, small businesses, families, and weddings. Translating who you are, and what your team does, through photos.
Lauren B Photography
Women-Owned Business
Natural. Unexpected. Artfully Edgy. Covering a variety of events in a professional, documentary, storytelling fashion, Lauren B Photography provides a complete image collection based on your needs.
Mediapolis
Veteran Owned
Mediapolis is verified as a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). We provide professional video production services that include marketing, training and TV commercials. We also provide live streaming of events, photography and website design.
Mercury Creative Group
LGBTQ+ Owned
Mercury Creative Group is a fun and focused group of brand strategists, designers, and developers working together to create compelling marketing solutions that are relevant and focused on our client’s objectives. We help B2B brands, associations and nonprofits harness the power of their brand to increase awareness, engagement, and drive growth.
Min Enterprises Photography
Women-Owned Business, LGBTQ+ Owned Business
Min Enterprises Photography produces premium quality, vibrantly clear images in partnership with our clients for websites, marketing, and social media.
Rivets and Roses
LGBTQ+ and Women-Owned Business
Rivets & Roses is a Minneapolis-based wedding photography studio featuring a team of four photographers — each with their own style, personality, and approachable price points. As advocates and members of the LGBTQ+ community in wedding photography, our core mission centers on equality and celebrating love in all its forms. Through our inclusive approach, we empower couples to commemorate their special day exactly as they envision, fostering a space where every love story shines.
Restaurant
Brit's Pub & Eating Establishment
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Brit's is a traditional English pub boasting three unique outdoor areas, including the famous 16,000 square-foot English Garden Park. Special facilities are available to accommodate private events of almost any size.
Du Nord Social Spirits
African American/Black Owned
Du Nord Social Spirits is the first Black-owned distillery in the country, producing award-winning vodka, gin, whiskey, apple liqueur, and coffee liqueur. A portion of proceeds from the vodka goes to support the Du Nord Foundation. "It's real good booze that does real good."
FINNEGANS Brew Co
Women-Owned Business
In 2018, FINNEGANS Brew Co. was born, with the opening of a production brewery and taproom in the Elliot Park neighborhood of Minneapolis. Starting with our original flagship Irish Amber beer, FINNEGANS has produced more than 100 delicious and tasty beers that can be sampled in the taproom or at bars, restaurants and liquor stores across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. Most importantly, FINNEGANS serves as the anchor for FINNEGANS House, a one-of-a-kind four-story home to businesses dedicated to social impact and bringing people together over a cause.
Hell's Kitchen
Women-Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business
Hell's Kitchen is a fiercely independent, uniquely Minnesotan Downtown MPLS establishment and one of the country’s most-booked restaurants serving food that’s “unique but not fancy, interesting but not fussy.”
Herbivorous Butcher
Women-Owned Business, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Herbivorous Butcher is America's first vegan butcher shop and offers meat-free meats and cheese-free cheeses made in small batches by a brother and sister team.
La Dona Cerveceria
Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business
La Doña Cerveceria is Minnesota's Latin inspired brewery. Offering a spacious taproom, event space, art gallery, and 3v3 soccer field located in the middle of our large patio, La Doña Cerveceria is a great spot to host meetings, view community art, and immerse yourself in Latin Culture.
Midtown Global Market
Women-Owned Business, Asian American / Pacific Islander Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business
Midtown Global Market is an internationally-themed public marketplace offering fresh and prepared foods, restaurants, and unique gifts. It is a dynamic community gathering place that highlights the talent, ambition, and cultural assets that characterize its neighborhood.
MN Latinos
Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business
The mission of MN Latinos is to serve as a platform for Latinos in Minnesota, to connect and find everything that they need, as well as a bridge for anyone wanting to join and support our community.
O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.
Asian American / Pacific Islander Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business
Helmed by world renowned Master Distiller, Brian Nation, O'shaughnessy Distilling Co. set about building a state of the art distillery in our family hometown of Minneapolis, to produce world-class whiskeys and serve as a source of pride for our community.
Pizza Luce
Women-Owned Business, Black/African American Owned Business
Experience Pizza Luce's unique atmosphere, award winning pizza and full bar, featuring gourmet and traditional pizzas, hoagies, pastas, vegan and vegetarian specialties and freshly baked desserts.
Sawatdee Thai Restaurant Minneapolis
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
We bring fresh, authentic food from Thailand all the way to Minnesota. Sawatdee isn't just about great food; it's about exploring Thai culture. Sawatdee began in 1983 as the first Thai restaurant in the five-state area. Minnesotans were intriuged by the sweet, sour, bitter and salty taste combinations found in authentic Thai cooking. Celebrating 30 years, Sawatdee has become a Twin Cities favorite. Voted "Best Thai 2012" by MPLS/St. Paul Magazine. Offering catering, delivery, lunch buffet, full bar, daily happy hour, and a private party room.
Smack Shack
African American/Black Owned Business
Smack Shack, Minnesota based casual coastal seafood has been in the press since being featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” in 2011 for their work at the 1029 bar. Their success and notoriety has only grown since the brick and mortar restaurant opened in the North Loop of Minneapolis in 2013.
Southwest Business Association
African American/Black Owned
The Southwest Business Association supports efforts to strengthen the community connections between our local businesses and residents, encourage vibrant and engaging business areas in our neighborhoods, and continue to build a southwest Minneapolis that we are all proud to have as an area where we live, work and play.
The Lynhall
Women-Owned Business
The Lynhall is a market-inspired restaurant, event space, kitchen studio, and incubator kitchen. As a collective of culinary-driven individuals, we teach classes, bake goods, cook rotisserie meats, make thoughtful cocktails and coffee, and always have something new and nourishing to share. Stop by to learn, shop, meet friends or make new ones, get a bite, and be inspired. Grab a seat at the table.
The Market at Malcolm Yards
Women-Owned Business
The Market at Malcolm Yards is a food hall and gathering place for the Twin Cities, featuring 9 kitchens, a bar serving batch cocktails and a self-pour tap-wall with 30 different beer and wine options. The Market also features two separate event spaces for groups between 50 - 300 guests.
Twin Cities Brewery Tours
Women-Owned Business
Explore Minnesota's booming craft beer scene on our Brewery Tours! Taste flagship, seasonal and local favorites while getting insider access to the best breweries and brewpubs in town on our all-inclusive tours.
Twin Cities Distillery Tours
Women-Owned Business
Sip your way through Minnesota's award-winning distilleries on our Distillery Tours! You'll explore several destinations, learn how your favorite adult beverages are made and taste new concoctions straight from the source.
Uptown Lobby @ Granada Theater
Women-Owned Business
Welcome to the Granada, a historic theatre built in 1927. Following its stylistic renovation in 2019, the Granada is now your perfect venue for parties, weddings, live music, corporate events, and full service dining and craft cocktails seven days a week.
Shopping
Mall of America
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business
Mall of America® is located in Bloomington, Minnesota—only 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. As one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, Mall of America features—520 stores, 50 restaurants and attractions galore! Plus, there's no sales tax on clothing or shoes!
Midtown Global Market
Women-Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business
Midtown Global Market is an internationally-themed public marketplace offering fresh and prepared foods, restaurants, and unique gifts. It is a dynamic community gathering place that highlights the talent, ambition, and cultural assets that characterize its neighborhood.
MN Latinos
Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business
The mission of MN Latinos is to serve as a platform for Latinos in Minnesota, to connect and find everything that they need, as well as a bridge for anyone wanting to join and support our community.
Southwest Business Association
Women-Owned Business
The Southwest Business Association supports efforts to strengthen the community connections between our local businesses and residents, encourage vibrant and engaging business areas in our neighborhoods, and continue to build a southwest Minneapolis that we are all proud to have as an area where we live, work and play.
Tradeshow and Exhibit Services
Allegra Downtown
Women-Owned Business
Your single source for professional marketing materials. Fast turnarounds and design services available.
B&L Supply Inc
Black Owned Business
B&L Supply Inc. is a full line electrical supplier of electrical products such as wire, lighting, pipe and other commodities as well!
Rare Production
LGBTQ+, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned
Arts and entertainment media production company that promotes, produces, and co-creates opportunities and events utilizing innovative artistic methods and strategies.
Sapphyre Group LLC
Women-Owned Business
The Sapphyre Group, LLC executes the details and daily management for events of all sizes. Contracts are negotiated, timelines established, budgets met, and tradeshows coordinated. This experienced group will provide the expertise and efficiency you are looking for, for your next event!
Stagetime Productions
LGTBQ+ and Women-Owned Business
Stagetime Productions has been in business for 20 years, offering event planning and production services. We produce corporate and nonprofit meetings, events, and conferences. We managed Operations for Super Bowl Live and produced the 2022 Experience STEAM Carnival at Mall of America.
Transportation
Eclipse Global Transportation
Women-Owned Business, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Owned Business, American Indian/Alaska Native Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business, African American/Black Owned Business
Eclipse is a worldwide ground transportation provider of sedans to motor coaches, specializing in airport meet and greets, corporate meetings, conventions, shuttles, tours, and special events.
Premier Transportation
Women-Owned Business
Premier Transportation offers full-service chauffeured transportation with airport and event transfers, and full-time customer service at Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Their fleet includes executive sedans, limousines, vans, mini and motorcoaches, SUV's, and are available 24/7.
Venues
Courtyard by Marriott Edina Bloomington
African American/Black Owned Business
The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests. You'll also enjoy inviting, flexible spaces where you can work or relax, free Wi-Fi throughout. Plus, our well-equipped fitness center and indoor pool will help you stay refreshed and energized. Please ask about our shuttle service to and from the Mall of America.
DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place
American Indian/Alaska Native Owned Business
Located just three miles west of downtown Minneapolis, the DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis - Park Place offers 297 guest rooms and 26,000 square feet of meeting space, Dover Restaurant and Bar, business center, complimentary parking and a 3-4% tax savings from Minneapolis and Bloomington.
Gale Mansion
Women-Owned Business
Gale Mansion is a historic venue with full service in house catering & liquor license. Accommodates up to 200 seated meal and 250 cocktail style party. Main level has spaces for smaller more intimate groups. Gale Mansion offers an elegant ballroom equipped with an A/V system, stage, dance floor.
Hell's Kitchen
Women-Owned Business, Latinx/Latino/Latina/Hispanic Owned Business
Hell's Kitchen is a fiercely independent, uniquely Minnesotan Downtown MPLS establishment and one of the country’s most-booked restaurants serving food that’s unique but not fancy, interesting but not fussy.
Inwood Oaks
African American/Black Owned Business
Inwood Oaks is a beautifully renovated event venue with a grand ballroom & flexible additional spaces.
Leopold's Mississippi Gardens
Women-Owned Business
Mississippi Gardens is located on the beautiful Mississippi River. This location is a perfect fit for events, as it offers serenity and privacy. By combining experience with creativity, Mississippi Gardens will create and deliver spectacular events that will be remembered for a lifetime.
Minnesota Boat Club
African American/Black Owned Business
Located on the shores of Raspberry Island and surrounded by the Mississippi river, the Minnesota Boat Club offers a truly unique setting for events.
Nicollet Island Pavilion
African American/Black Owned Business
Experience the spectacular views of downtown Minneapolis and the Stone Arch Bridge from the garden terrace and promenade of Nicollet Island Pavilion's enchanting setting in historic St. Anthony Main.
Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown boasts an incredible location in the heart of the city. You’ll be within walking distance to Target Field, Theaters, Target Center & U.S. Bank Stadium. The hotel features 360 rooms & suites, direct access to the Skyway System, Free WiFi, and Wood + Paddle Eatery.
Seven Steakhouse Sushi and Rooftop
Asian American/Pacific Islander Owned Business
Upmarket steakhouse for aged cuts & playful small plates in sophisticated surrounds with a rooftop.
St. Mary's University Event Center
African American/Black Owned Business
Saint Mary’s College offers beautiful and historic venue spaces for conferences, meetings, athletic events, weddings, and more. Our gorgeous campus dates back to the 1840s and has been preserved to maintain its historical integrity and breathtaking atmosphere. With both indoor and outdoor spaces, we have the perfect venue to bring your event to life.
The Lynhall
Women-Owned Business
The Lynhall is a market-inspired restaurant, event space, kitchen studio, and incubator kitchen. As a collective of culinary-driven individuals, we teach classes, bake goods, cook rotisserie meats, make thoughtful cocktails and coffee, and always have something new and nourishing to share. Stop by to learn, shop, meet friends or make new ones, get a bite, and be inspired. Grab a seat at the table.
Uptown Lobby @ Granada Theater
Women-Owned Business
Welcome to the Granada, a historic theatre built in 1927. Following its stylistic renovation in 2019, the Granada is now your perfect venue for parties, weddings, live music, corporate events, and full service dining and craft cocktails seven days a week.