Participants build skills and receive support in the areas that challenge new entrepreneurs in starting and running a business. The Mille Lacs Tribal Economy entrepreneurs recently completed the Foundation’s Enterprise Academy-a business-building program that features a 12-week training program matched with free ongoing technical assistance and access to flexible loans and other capital. LITTLE FALLS, MN-The Initiative Foundation and Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures are celebrating the graduation of 10 new entrepreneurs dedicated to building the Mille Lacs Tribal Economy through their homegrown business ideas.