Who Are We

The Eden Prairie Community Foundation serves as the non-profit administer of the The Entrepreneur Jubilee Fund. Funds are used in service to the Entrepreneur Jubilee and strengthening prosperity in the Eden Prarie entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Our Mission and Vision
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A 15-member (and growing), volunteer group of leading entrepreneurs working alongside the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce, 1 Million Cups of Eden Prairie, and the City of Eden Prairie to build the conditions for Prosperity to thrive in Eden Prairie and the surrounding areas. We celebrate innovation and collaboration, bringing together diverse voices to inspire and empower the hands-on entrepreneurial spirit, to build a properous future for our community and beyond.

Jeff Griffith, Chair of Marketing, Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group

Jeff Griffith is a veteran creative specializing in advertising, design, and branding. As Creative Director at Men's Health magazine in NYC, he led marketing for sports, cooking, and fashion events in NYC, Chicago and San Francisco. Jeff Griffith Creative is based in Eden Prairie.

Patrick Donohue

Founder of Hill Capital Corp. and 1 Million Cups Eden Prairie. Entrepreneurship advocate, passionate about empowering business owners through capital, community, and long-term vision.

Patrick Mulqueeny, President, Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce

David Cannon, Chair of Sponsorships, Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group

Cannon is a lifelong TC's resident, Maestro Gelatiere (Master gelato maker), and founder of GELATI DA®. Cannon has 40+ years of commercial gelato manufacturing and business experience.

Teresa Heupel, Chair of Finance, Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group

Teresa Heupel, is the Founder of Healing with the Rev, supporting those facing stress, grief, loss, and seeking renewed vitality through compassionate guidance and healing.

Ryan Donohue, Chair of Rising Entrepreneurs, Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group.

Donohue is the Co-founder of D and S Lawn Care, an aspiring finance pro at Indiana University, and is passionate about entrepreneurship, investment strategies, and making positive community impacts.

Vanessa Nordstrom, Co-Founder & Chair, Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group

Nordstrom is the Founder of F.Y.T. Health Wellness offering intuitive energy healing by working with raw energy and frequencies to help and guide innate mental, emotional, physical and spiritual healing processes.

Brad Canham, Ed.D., Co-Founder & Vice Chair, Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group

Canham is an author and speaker on growing businesses in complex markets, Founding Editor of Eden Prairie Local News, and professor in the Entrepreneurship department at the University of St. Thomas.

Community Connections

Celebrating entrepreneurship and collaboration in Eden Prairie, MN.

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three people sitting in front of table laughing together
A large white tent is set up outdoors on a grassy area surrounded by trees and commercial buildings. Inside the tent, people are gathered for what looks like a social or community event. The foreground features a rock garden with greenery, and the sky is clear with scattered clouds.
A large white tent is set up outdoors on a grassy area surrounded by trees and commercial buildings. Inside the tent, people are gathered for what looks like a social or community event. The foreground features a rock garden with greenery, and the sky is clear with scattered clouds.
A lively outdoor event with people of all ages gathered on a grassy area in front of a building. A person is speaking into a microphone under a white canopy, while others stand nearby. Children and adults are scattered across the lawn, some seated and others standing, enjoying the sunny day. Several bubbles can be seen floating through the air.
A lively outdoor event with people of all ages gathered on a grassy area in front of a building. A person is speaking into a microphone under a white canopy, while others stand nearby. Children and adults are scattered across the lawn, some seated and others standing, enjoying the sunny day. Several bubbles can be seen floating through the air.
Students seeking internships are welcome to join the Rising Entrepreneurs Team by contacting the Entrepreneur Jubilee Working Group. The Entrepreneur Jubilee is a meaningful, resume-building, summer project. It is listed with the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN here
Students: Looking for an internship?

"The Entrepreneur Jubilee event fosters a positive spirit of collaboration and prosperity in Eden Prairie."

Brad Canham, Ed. D., is the Founding Editor of Eden Prairie Local News, and a professor in the Entrepreneurship department at the University of St. Thomas.

A person holding a black book against a plain background. The book is titled 'The Rules of Entrepreneurship' and is grasped with both hands. The person is wearing a plaid shirt with long sleeves and has a ring on one finger.
A person holding a black book against a plain background. The book is titled 'The Rules of Entrepreneurship' and is grasped with both hands. The person is wearing a plaid shirt with long sleeves and has a ring on one finger.

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