Meet Your Panel: Regional & Statewide Technical Assistance!
We’re excited to introduce the panelists for our Regional & Statewide Technical Assistance session at the 2026 DAWN Business Resource Summit & Pitch Competition!
This group brings deep, hands-on expertise in helping entrepreneurs and small businesses across the region access the resources, funding, and support they need to grow.
Meet the panel:
🔹 Molly Solberg — Northland Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
🔹 Nick Tietz — ILT Academy
🔹 Sandi Larson — Entrepreneur Fund
🔹 Kirsten Hagen-Kennedy— Minnesota Center for Employee Ownership (MN CEO)
🔹 Mamoun Alassouli — LegalCORPS
Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, this panel will share the tools, programs, and connections available to help your business thrive.
September 24, 2026
Business Resource Summit
Giants Ridge Main Chalet
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Pitch Competition & Showcase
Maco Theater, Downtown Virginia
2:45 PM – 5:00 PM