Meet Our Community Partners!
by Minnestar | at Minnebar 19 | 12:05 – 1:05 | View Schedule
We’re thrilled to welcome 20 community organizations, user groups, and nonprofits to Minnebar19 as Community Partners! These groups are doing incredible work across tech, education, entrepreneurship, and equity — and we’re proud to share space with them.
Be sure to stop by their tables during lunch to learn more, make connections, and get involved. They'll be located just outside of Sandy's Place (the cafeteria) so you can easily visit before, after or during lunch!
Here's the lineup, learn more about them all here:
AppliedAI
A nonprofit developing the next generation of AI leaders in Minnesota through conferences, podcasts, newsletters, meetups, and hands-on learning.
Blacks in Technology (BiT)
The largest community of Black professionals in tech, offering networking, support, and advancement resources.
City of Bloomington
An advocate for local entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Communiful
Connects people to professional communities where they truly belong.
creatempls
Provides free, accessible STEM programs to students in underrepresented communities.
Free Geek Twin Cities
A tech rescue turning Minneapolis' e-waste problem into a solution
Elevate Hennepin
Offers no-cost business support services to Hennepin County small businesses.
Groove Capital
Helps Minnesota startups secure their first institutional investment by combining an angel network and venture fund.
Hack the Gap
Expands access to technology through hackathons, training programs, and consulting.
HandsOn Twin Cities
Mobilizes people to make a positive impact through community engagement.
Innovate MN
A public think tank helping businesses explore what’s next.
MN Women in Tech
Fosters a diverse and inclusive tech community by connecting and empowering women in the industry.
MSP Startup Guide
A curated resource hub for Minnesota’s venture-backed startup ecosystem.
Open Source North
Hosts events that connect sponsors, speakers, and attendees to learn and share knowledge.
Penguins Unbound
A Linux User Group for enthusiasts across the Twin Cities, focused on knowledge sharing and community building.
Smart North
Promotes digital equity in Minnesota with tech hubs and workforce training in underserved communities.
Technologists for the Public Good
A professional association supporting technologists working to improve public services and government systems.
The Diamond Resilience
A creative collective empowering Web3 and XR creators through storytelling, tech, and community.
Wild AI
Connects Minnesota’s AI community through meetups, talks, and collaboration.
Minnestar
Minnestar is a nonprofit community organization that connects Minnesota’s tech ecosystem through free, inclusive, and community-led events. We’re best known for Minnebar and Minnedemo — spaces where technologists, founders, creatives, and curious minds come together to share ideas, demo projects, and support one another.
At Minnestar, we believe the best tech community is one that’s accessible, welcoming, and powered by the people in it.
Meg Steuer is the Executive Director of Minnestar, where she leads efforts to build, nurture, and engage Minnesota’s vibrant tech community. With a passion for fostering connections and championing innovation, Meg brings years of experience in community building, economic development, and scaling initiatives.
Since moving to Minnesota in 2014, Meg has made a significant impact in the community through her work with organizations like GREATER MSP, Forge North, BETA, Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, and the Small Business Development Center.
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