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We are so excited to welcome Wisdom Kowhegba as our newest Citizen League's Capitol Pathways intern! Wisdom is a senior at the University of Minnesota, where he studies Economics. A former track and field athlete, Wisdom knows what it takes to show up, put in the work, and push...
Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) serves small business owners and entrepreneurs across Minnesota. Right now, we are operating through increasingly difficult circumstances. No one is in this alone. We created an Entrepreneur Resources page that brings together a wide range of tools and connections. From workplace...
Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is proud to support longtime client and partner Dalton Outlaw in opening Magnolia Flats, a new affordable housing project in east St. Paul. This initiative marks a key step in NDC’s expanding real estate program, aimed at helping entrepreneurs create wealth...
Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is proud to welcome Andriana Abariotes as our new Senior VP of Advancement and Capital Strategy. Andriana is an executive leader in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors with over 25 years of experience advancing public-private partnerships, supporting capital investment strategies, and guiding...
Photo Credit: Twin Cities Business Magazine Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) congratulates our President and CEO Renay Dossman on her Twin Cities Business (TCB) Community Impact Award for Nonprofit Leadership Excellence! Renay’s leadership reflects the belief that lasting change begins within the community. As a former entrepreneur herself,...
Congratulations to NDC Board Member Erik Splett on receiving a well-deserved award as a Twin Cities Business Magazine Notable Board Member! For the past four years, Erik Splett has been a dedicated member of the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) Board of Directors, using his legal expertise...
Photo credit - Star Tribune Queermunity was founded by Hilary Otey and Kayla Barth, two women who came to the Twin Cities in search of authentic community and safe spaces where LGBTQ+ people could fully be themselves. Their vision became reality with the opening of Queermunity,...
Recognizing the need for small businesses in the commercial construction arena, Wenrich PD Construction was established in 2015 by Wendy Sullivan, who wanted to see a change in her industry. Now, by way of a niche and underserved specialty, the company is ready to take...
When Ricardo Espinoza immigrated to the U.S. from Michoacán, Mexico, as a high school student, he brought with him a dedicated work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a dream. For 20 years, he worked in industrial manufacturing plants in Southern Minnesota. But when the company...
The beauty industry is constantly evolving—but at Lip Esteem LLC, founder Tameka Jones has carved out a space that’s as bold as it is empowering. She believes everyone deserves to feel confident, and she knows the right product can make all the difference. Growing up, Jones...
Elvis Rivera and his friends set out with a vision—to create a space where people could truly come together, connect, and have fun. That vision became Game Time Sports, the newest tenant at Midtown Global Market, where community and culture thrive. With a passion for...
K-Mama Sauce LLC is a thriving, Minnesota-based manufacturer of vegan Korean hot sauces, celebrated for its health-conscious ingredients, quality, and bold flavors. Established in early 2015, the business targets Asian and Korean food lovers, cooking enthusiasts, and anyone looking to spice up their meals. Owned...