Build real connections, not just contacts.
Finding your community shouldn’t feel like work. Neither should growing your business.

Learn practical skills

Get support & guidance

Make meaningful connections

Stop going it alone in your business

Running your own business can leave you feeling like you’re figuring it all out in a vacuum, without the right people or resources to lean on. It’s easy to get trapped in a cycle of trying to “network,” only to find shallow interactions and little real help. Without a supportive environment, even the most motivated founders can end up spinning their wheels.

Surround yourself with people who have your back

Joining a community of like-minded business owners gives you a place to start the conversations that build lasting connections.

Every meeting provides an opportunity to network with purpose, gain insight from peers and presenters, and gain practical skills you can apply right away. Business stops feeling so lonely when you have people in your corner to support your growth and celebrate your wins.

Learning, support, and connection – all in one place

SEGC hosts structured, free, and collaborative events designed for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and small business owners. Every meeting combines practical learning from quality speakers, a chance to build real connections, and resources that help you put ideas into action.

SEGC is not another obligatory networking group — we’re a practical community built for your success.

SEGC Provides skills, knowledge, and tools.

Learning

Providing skills, knowledge, and tools.

SEGC offers business counseling and assistance.

Supporting

Counseling and assisting each other.

SEGC offers a way for business owners to make more efficient and effective connections.

Connecting

More efficient and effective connections.

We know what it’s like to figure it out alone

Running a business on your own takes grit and heart, but it can also feel overwhelming. Our members know what it’s like to stare down an empty calendar, second-guess your next step, and wonder if anyone else gets it. SEGC exists to offer the kind of support and practical wisdom that helps business owners move from doubt to steady growth. Through a mix of mix of structured learning and real human connection, we’re making the entrepreneurial path less lonely and a lot more rewarding.

Hear what our members are saying

“Top notch program. I highly recommend the series for solopreneurs and emerging growth companies.”

“A great group for networking and growth!”

“Another great session with a great crowd. So much valuable information!”

You’re Invited to Our Next Meeting (and every one after that) for FREE!

Attendance at monthly SEGC meetings is free. We meet at Versique (6465 Wayzata Blvd. Unit 800, Minneapolis, MN 55426) every third Thursday of the month. The space is open to gather at 7:15AM and the meetings run from 7:30-9:00AM.

July 17

Topic: The 6 Working Genius Concept
(A Workshop)
Presenter: Mitch Bilven

August 21

Summer Networking Event
Registration & payment required. More information coming soon.

September 18

Topic: Mindset & Resilience for Entrepreneurs
Presenter: Scott Welle

October 16

Topic: Leveraging LinkedIn to Grow Your Network, Leads & Sales
Presenter: Colin Hirdman

November 20

Topic: Leveraging AI Tools for Small Business
Presenter: Justin Grammens

December 18

Topic: When Our Thoughts Get In the Way
Presenter: Paul Boehnke

Get involved in three easy steps

1) Attend a meeting

Come to our free meetings. Show up monthly or as often as your schedule allows.

2) Join the conversation

Connect with others, ask questions, and see how others solve familiar problems.

3) Apply what works

Leave with new insights, resources, connections, and feeling more in control of your business.

Exclusively dedicated to supporting solopreneurs and small business owners in the Twin Cities.

At SEGC, we understand the unique challenges solopreneurs and small business owners face: isolation, limited resources, and the need for meaningful connections.

That’s why we’ve created an inclusive community where learning and support come first. Our monthly meetings feature expert speakers, collaborative discussions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals who can relate to where you are. By combining structured learning with genuine relationships, SEGC equips entrepreneurs to turn ideas into action, build stronger networks, and achieve their business goals.

Whether you’re starting out, scaling up, or navigating a transition, SEGC is here to help you succeed.

Join Us

Become a Member of SEGC (for free!)

Members get access to our meeting archives filled with presentations, downloads, resources, and immediate connection to other members. Join now and start feeling more in charge of your business today!

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