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Kobi Co. started with a young entrepreneur making candles to get through a tough time during the pandemic. With support from her mom, it grew into a full business rooted in self-care, creativity, and community.

MPR News recently featured Kobi and her mom as part of their “Power Pair” series, and it’s a great look at what it takes to grow a business together:
https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/06/04/power-pair-the-motherdaughter-duo-behind-kobi-co-candles https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/06/04/power-pair-the-motherdaughter-duo-behind-kobi-co-candles

Power Pair: The mother-daughter duo behind Kobi Co. candle and wellness brand MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a mother-daughter duo who are are spreading self-care and good vibes through their scented candle and wellness company.

We’re now recruiting for Project WISE.

This is a free program for entrepreneurs who want clearer financial systems and more confidence in their numbers. You’ll get support with bookkeeping, credit building, tax prep, and access to financial experts along the way.

It’s FREE, practical, one-on-one support designed to help you steady your operations and plan what’s next.

Learn more and apply: https://www.ndc-mn.org/wise/

From pilot program to national conference.

Dan recently presented results from NDC's Small Business Labor Law Pilot at the Labor and Employment Relations Association (LERA) Conference alongside our research partners from Cornell and Rutgers, representatives from the Minneapolis labor agency, community bookkeepers, and a small business participant.

It was an opportunity to share what we've learned, highlight the impact of community-centered support, and contribute to broader conversations about strengthening small businesses and workers alike.

At NDC, we've always believed that supporting entrepreneurs means supporting the whole person.

That's why Mindset Reset exists! This is a free, 6-week virtual program where entrepreneurs build real tools for stress, mindset, and sustainable growth.

Sign up today: https://ndc-mn.tfaforms.net/83