Join us at Impact Hub Minneapolis–St. Paul for Entrepreneurship for Good with Terri Barreiro, author of Social Entrepreneurship: From Issue to Viable Plan, where you’ll have the chance to gain insights and guidance on building and growing your venture.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

What Is Social Entrepreneurship
- Overview of Social Entrepreneurship and Venture Structure options
- Getting Clarity about the issues you address and developing a mission and vision.

Terri is a co-founder and venture coach at Impact Hub MSP, a consultant to nonprofits and philanthropic organizations, and Principal at Cogent Consulting PBC. She is also an adjunct instructor and fellowship advisor at the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota.

She is co-author of Social Entrepreneurship: the Journey from Issue to Viable Venture and founder of the Donald McNeely Center for Entrepreneurship. With over 30 years of experience in United Way, corporate giving, and family foundation operations, she is an expert in systems change and advising mission-driven ventures.

Terri holds an MBA and BA from the University of Minnesota and completed an Executive MBA program at Carnegie Mellon University. She serves on the boards of Folk School Warroad, Market Entry Fund, and Impact Hub MSP. In 2021, she was named Entrepreneurship Teacher of the Year by the Humphrey School of Public Affairs and Carlson School of Business.

Impact Hub Minneapolis-Saint Paul (MSP) supports entrepreneurs through a combination of community, resources, and educational programs. They provide a collaborative co-working space and networking opportunities to connect like-minded individuals. Additionally, they offer business development coaching, workshops, and specific programs like the "Entrepreneurship 4 Good" an entrepreneurship training program to help social entrepreneurs launch, own and grow their ventures. They also provide access to a global network, mentorship, and connections to funding sources.