The Metropolitan Economic Development Association (MEDA) proudly announced Minneapolis Banking Partner Steven Heim as its Volunteer of the Year at its Annual Recognition Luncheon and Awards ceremony. Providing 36 years of successful business development services to entrepreneurs of color, MEDA's Annual Recognition Luncheon is attended by emerging and established entrepreneurs of color from throughout Minnesota, along with Twin Cities' premier business leaders and corporate sponsors. "I am excited not only for this opportunity to showcase their successes," continued Cheung Ho, "but to also reengage the community at large with the important work we are doing to ensure entrepreneurs of color receive access to resources, financial support and business connections to achieve sustainable success."

Formed in 1971, MEDA is a unique, private nonprofit organization with experienced business development professionals, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs of color that are committed to generating long-term growth, profitability and quality jobs.