Evolve Grand Forks

💪✨ Keep pushing forward, even when the journey gets tough. Your determination will lead you to greatness!

Networking is key to unlocking new opportunities and building lasting relationships. Join us for our upcoming UpNext event and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry experts. Expand your network, expand your horizons! 🤝✨

Welcome to The 701 Coworking Space, where ideas flourish and connections thrive. Whether you need a quiet corner to work or a collaborative space to brainstorm, we've got you covered. Join our vibrant community today! 🌟

Every entrepreneur needs a supportive community to thrive. At Evolve Grand Forks, we connect you with mentors, resources, and opportunities to help you succeed. Join us on this journey!

🌟 Calling all local businesses in Greater Grand Forks! 🌟

Exciting news: The Mayor’s Office and GFK are teaming up to revamp our air service, and they need YOUR help! ✈️ Join them by taking a quick 3-minute survey. Share your air travel needs, and attract more airlines to GFK together! Your input is confidential and crucial. Let's elevate our city's travel game!

GFK Business Air Travel Survey
https://ow.ly/GSjL50RuM6j

Happy National Day! 🌽🛢️

To celebrate, we made a list of 6 fun facts you might not know about the great state of North Dakota. Did we miss any?

Last night's 2024 Grand Awards recognized area entrepreneurs and organizations for their contributions to the region!

Thank you to all who were able to attend to celebrate our entrepreneurial community. We will share award winners and photos from the event tomorrow here on Evolve's social media.

Thank you to the organizations of GFEE for helping plan and coordinate the event.

And THANK YOU to our sponsors: 701 Fund, the Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Region, Gate City Bank, Harry's Steakhouse, Frandsen Bank & Trust, and Bifrost. This event would not have been possible without your support and care for the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Grand Forks region.

We look forward to next year's awards!

There is still time to get your ticket to the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬!

Join Evolve Grand Forks and the members of GFEE in celebrating entrepreneurs who have made outstanding contributions to the Greater Grand Forks community in a variety of ways.

Attendees will be provided with one free drink ticket (proof of age required), free hors d'oeuvres, and entertainment.

The Grand Awards will take place at The Prohibition Comedy and Event Center in East Grand Forks tomorrow, April 9th, starting at 5:00pm

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 at https://www.gofoundation.org/grand-awards.html

Happy from your friends at Evolve! 🐰🥚

If you are, here are a few reasons YOU should use the 701 co-working space this semester! 🍊📘

Have you been interested in working at the 701 Coworking Space? Now is the perfect time! We have dedicated desks available! 💼🖥️

Learn more here🔗: https://www.the-701.com/

Got a million-dollar idea? Well, so do a lot of other people. What sets you apart is your ability to execute that idea with passion and determination. Remember, ideas are a dime a dozen, but the ex*****on is priceless.

The ecosystem in consists of 12 individual entities and programs. We are so thankful to have this support within our community and throughout .

If you own a , call us today to see how we can help you! 💙🧡

Do you have your ticket to the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬!

Join Evolve Grand Forks and the members of GFEE in celebrating entrepreneurs who have made outstanding contributions to the Greater Grand Forks community in a variety of ways.

Attendees will be provided with one free drink ticket (proof of age required), free hors d'oeuvres, and entertainment.

The Grand Awards will take place at The Prohibition Comedy and Event Center in East Grand Forks on April 9th, starting at 5:00pm

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 today at https://www.gofoundation.org/grand-awards.html

Let's start-up something new this Valentine's Day.

To: You
From: Evolve Grand Forks

Join Evolve Grand Forks and the Grand Forks Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬!

Celebrate entrepreneurs who have made outstanding contributions to the Greater Grand Forks community in a variety of ways.

Attendees will be provided with one free drink ticket (proof of age required), free hors d'oeuvres, and entertainment.

The Grand Awards will take place at The Prohibition Comedy and Event Center in East Grand Forks on April 9th, starting at 5:00pm

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 today at https://www.gofoundation.org/grand-awards.html

Happy ! ♥️💕

Giving Hearts Day started in 2008 as a simple concept: around ’sDay, ask people to show affection- not only to people they love- but charities too. Since then, the event has provided a platform for and northwest charities to raise nearly $165 million.

Donate Here🔗: https://app.givingheartsday.org/

The NEW Evolve ..
.to inspire ideas and drive meaningful connections to cultivate entrepreneurial success📘🧡

Thank you to Daryl Wockenfuss from Thermal Air LLC for speaking to us last week, and thank you to all of those who attended. We hope to see you all again at 8:00am February 28th at the 701 Coworking Space!

Forbes Advisor ranked North Dakota the best state to start a business in!

"North Dakota ranks as the top choice for launching a business in 2024. Its strong business climate, low cost of entry and funding opportunities make it an optimal location for new ventures."

In the Greater Grand Forks area, Evolve Grand Forks is excited to support entrepreneurs by connecting them to mentors, resources, capital, and more!

Are you an entrepreneur? Reach out, our Evolve GF team is here for you!



Article: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/best-states-to-start-a-business/

Join us for the January UpNext!

Hear from Daryl Wockenfuss from Thermal Air LLC, as he shares his successes, struggles, and everything in between regarding being an entrepreneur!

January 24 // 8:00am // 701 Coworking Space
Free to attend.

Are you an entrepreneur in the Greater Grand Forks area? Evolve Grand Forks wants to hear from you!

Join Evolve GF Board Member and GF Region EDC Business Development Manager, Kevin Hatcher, for Coffee n' Conversation on January 25th starting at 8am.

Evolve wants to hear about your work's challenges and opportunities, as well as gather feedback on how the Grand Forks ecosystem can best support you.

Join us!

Jan 25 @ 8am - Bully Brew on S. Columbia

Here are FOUR different ways to your favorite this year 👇👇

➨ Follow ALL their accounts
➨ When shopping for gifts, buy and merchandise
➨ Spread the word and about them
➨ The best way to support them is to write a positive

If you're looking for a place to donate to this season, we'd love to be considered. Sponsorships and donations make up 30% of our annual revenue, and 80% of our total revenue is invested right back into our programming and your local entrepreneurs!

🔗: https://www.evolvegf.com/engage/

Happy New Year! 🥳🎉

As we enter into 2024, we wanted to take time to reflect back on the fantastic year that we had. Thank you to everyone who supported our programs, attended our events, and donated to our cause. Without the support of the Grand Forks community, we wouldn't be able to accomplish what we do. Thank you, Greater Grand Forks!

Happy Holidays from your friends at Evolve!🎄🎁

As the holidays approach and you start your Christmas shopping, make sure to keep in mind all the local Grand Forks businesses!🎄❄️

Shopping locally helps the Grand Forks community in several ways. Besides creating jobs and supporting the local economy, shopping local gives business owners the opportunity to give back to our community. Small businesses are also the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones!

Read more on the benefits of shopping local below! 🛍️

🔗: https://rb.gy/yhu4v7

Why should you connect with Evolve? 🧡💛