Spotlight Organization: DEED
Featuring: Neela Mollgaard
Healthcare innovation doesn’t happen in silos — it thrives on collaboration and is powered by the people working tirelessly behind the scenes in strategy, funding, design, and compliance.
That’s exactly what our monthly Spotlight Series is all about: shining a light on the power players fueling Minnesota’s healthcare ecosystem — and sparking the connections that keep it moving forward.
### ☕ September Meetup: Coffee & Conversations with DEED
Join us for a morning of insights + networking as we spotlight the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) and hear from Neela Mollgaard, who is driving innovation and entrepreneurship across the state.
Agenda:
🕣 8:30 AM – Arrival & Coffee
🗣️ 8:45 – 9:05 AM – Spotlight Presentation with Neela
🤝 9:05 - 9.30 AM – Open Networking + Curated Conversations
### 💡 What to Expect
High-impact, insider insights from leaders shaping the healthcare ecosystem
Open networking with a diverse community of innovators, funders, and experts
Real talk. Real people. Real impact.
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### 👥 Who Should Attend
This series is for anyone passionate about advancing healthcare innovation — and looking to connect with Minnesota’s healthcare tribe:
Healthcare Innovators & Entrepreneurs
Investors & Funders
Legal & Compliance Experts
Healthcare Executives & Administrators
Consultants & Service Providers
Academics & Researchers
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✨ Come join the tribe, grab a coffee, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of healthcare in Minnesota.
Speaker
Neela Mollgaard
Executive Director - Office of Small Business & Innovation
In this position Neela serves Minnesota’s startups, small businesses and the organizations that support them. This role brings together Launch MN, Small Business Development Centers, Small Business Admin Office, and Small Business Partnerships.