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Hatch Bloomington 2025 Top 10 Competition

Bloomington City CouncilWednesday, July 23, 2025
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Hatch Bloomington pitch competition

Pitch: Bastu Bloomington (Nordic bath house)

Pitch: Bloomington Farm and Feed (backyard agriculture supply)

Small business development in Bloomington

Entrepreneurial community support and wellness

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Notable Quotes (3)

If last year was any indication for us... everyone here has somebody who they're cheering for.

— Tim Busy
Event spiritOpening remarks at the pitch competition.

Bastu Bloomington, your modern Nordic inspired bath house featuring hot and cold therapies for mental and physical wellness.

— Diana Arian
Bastu BloomingtonIntroducing the core concept of their pitch.

BFF isn't just filling the gap, it's creating a community hub. And in just one year, we've built what I call Instacart for backyard farmers.

— Michelle Zimmer
Bloomington Farm and FeedDefining the scope of her business.

People (5)

Tim BusyMayor of Bloomington

Opening the second year of the Hatch Bloomington pitch competition at Civic Plaza.

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“There is an extension of support across this entire program, which I thought was very special last year.”

Describing the community atmosphere of the event.

Barb WolfAssistant Port Authority Administrator

Explaining event rules and voting procedures for the competition.

Dave ArianCo-Founder

Pitching Bastu Bloomington, a Nordic-inspired bath house.

Diana ArianCo-Founder

Pitching the health benefits and business model of Bastu Bloomington.

Michelle ZimmerOwner and Founder

Pitching Bloomington Farm and Feed, an agriculture supply service.

Places Mentioned

Blackbox Theater, Civic Plaza, Bloomington, MNMall of America, Bloomington, MNBloomington, Minnesota

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Hatch Bloomington pitch competition: August 12, 2025
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