Small Business Meetup & Consulting in Perham
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Connecting Entrepreneurs with Resources, Expertise, and Community
The City of Perham Economic Development Authority (EDA) and the West Central Minnesota Small Business Development Center (WC MN SBDC) are proud to partner to bring local entrepreneurs and small business owners together through the Perham Small Business Meetup & Consulting Program.
This initiative is designed to support business success by combining peer networking, practical discussion, and individualized business advising, all delivered locally in Perham. Building on the success of previous sessions, the partnership continues to provide business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs with convenient access to professional guidance and valuable community connections.
Monthly Small Business Meetups at Perham City Hall
Join fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and business leaders for informal monthly conversations focused on the opportunities and challenges facing local businesses.
These meetups provide a welcoming environment to:
- Connect with other business owners
- Share ideas and experiences
- Learn from peers and professionals
- Explore solutions to common business challenges
- Discover local, regional, and state business resources
- Build relationships that support business growth
Whether you're just getting started, growing an established business, planning your next expansion, or simply looking to connect with other entrepreneurs, these gatherings offer an opportunity to learn, network, and grow.
2026-2027 Meetup Schedule
Second Monday of the Month
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Perham City Hall,
125 2nd Ave NE, Perham, MN 56573
September 14, 2026
October 12, 2026
November 9, 2026
January 11, 2027
February 8, 2027
March 8, 2027
No meetup will be held in December.
No-Cost Business Consulting with Beth Pridday
Following each monthly meetup, attendees have the opportunity to schedule a confidential one-on-one consulting session with Beth Pridday, business consultant with the West Central Minnesota Small Business Development Center.
Office Hours
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
By Appointment Only
Beth works with entrepreneurs and businesses at every stage of development and can provide guidance in areas such as:
- Business Startup
- Expansion & Growth
- Marketing & Sales
- Human Resources
- Financial Projections
- Capital & Building Purchases
- Operations & Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
Whether you're exploring a new business idea, evaluating growth opportunities, preparing for financing, or facing a specific challenge, individualized consulting can help you develop an actionable path forward.
The first step is to sign up as an SBDC client. (See link at the bottom of this page.)
If you're already registered as an SBDC client, you can email Beth to set an appointment.
About the Partnership
The City of Perham EDA and the West Central Minnesota SBDC share a commitment to helping local businesses succeed.
By bringing both networking opportunities and professional business consulting directly to Perham, this partnership makes it easier for entrepreneurs to access the resources and expertise they need without leaving the community.
Together, we are working to strengthen local businesses, encourage entrepreneurship, support job creation, and contribute to the long-term vitality of the Perham area.
"One of the biggest things was giving me the confidence to feel like this is something I can do."
–McKenzee Kemper, Founder of Next chapter Hormone & Wellness
Ready to Get Involved?
First and Third Fridays after "Wake Up Alexandria"!
Attend a Meetup
Meet fellow entrepreneurs, exchange ideas, and become part of Perham's growing business community.
Schedule a Consulting Appointment
Take advantage of free, confidential business advising tailored to your goals and challenges.
Click the "Sign up for Consulting" link below to become an SBDC client and get assigned to Beth Pridday.
Start Building Your Next Chapter
Whether you're launching, growing, transitioning, or reimagining your business, we're here to help.
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Join us at the next Perham Small Business Meetup and discover how local connections and expert guidance can help move your business forward.
