The Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HCHRA) is seeking qualified organizations to implement two cohort-based programs within its Elevate Hennepin initiative. The programs are CEO Now and CEO Next, which aim to support small businesses in Hennepin County. The CEO Now program is designed for established, growth-minded business owners, while the CEO Next program is for second-stage businesses ready to scale. The successful proposer will provide consulting services, workshops, and other resources to small businesses at no cost to the business owner. The scope of work includes program setup, baseline assessment, curriculum and instruction, facilitated peer-to-peer learning, business growth framework, and program evaluation. • Key tasks include: • Program setup and baseline assessment • Curriculum and instruction • Facilitated peer-to-peer learning • Business growth framework • Program evaluation • Coordination and reporting