• Training
• Financing
• Ongoing Support
• Business Incubation

• Real Estate Development Initiative (REDI)
• Business & Career Center

Real Estate Development Initiative
The REDI Program, started by NDC in 2002, is designed to:
• assist NDC alumni in purchasing their own commercial buildings when appropriate
• assist partners in the development of commercial proprieties with technical assistance and financing
• co-develop projects to house alumni businesses while revitalizing commercial corridors.

The redevelopment of the former Antiques Minnesota building in Minneapolis as well as the development of the Midtown Global Market in the Sears buildings on Lake Street  are initiatives supported by REDI. (Details)


Lake Street Business and Career Center (LSBCC)
The Lake Street Business and Career Center (LSBCC) is a walk-in center opening in February 2005 on the second floor of the Plaza Verde (Former Antiques MN Building). In conjunction with Minneapolis Community and Technical College and Good Will Easter Seals, NDC and its community partners have developed a unique concept that combines small business services, workforce training and academic opportunities under one roof. (Details)