Celebrating Success: How Technologist Computers Helped Launch Maternal Care Clinic
There's nothing quite like witnessing a dream become reality. On June 30th, we had the incredible privilege of celebrating the grand opening of Rayaf Health, a new maternal health clinic serving the South Minneapolis community. What made this moment even more special was knowing that we played a part in helping this vital healthcare resource come to life through the Elevate Hennepin program.
The Power of Collaborative Support
The success of Rayaf Health's launch perfectly exemplifies what happens when businesses receive comprehensive, coordinated support. As an Elevate Hennepin business advisor, I had the honor of providing IT consulting services to help establish their technology infrastructure. But the true magic happened through the collaborative effort of multiple specialized advisors working together toward a common goal.
IT Support Makes a Difference
Rayaf Health needed a comprehensive technology infrastructure to serve patients safely and efficiently. Our services included:
Computer system selection and setup
HIPAA-compliant cybersecurity implementation
Software installation (Office 365, practice management tools)
Technology policy development
Ergonomic workstation configuration
Team Collaboration at Its Best
The success was achieved through coordinated support from multiple Elevate Hennepin advisors, including Dina Simon (business advisory), Anna Mazig, Esq. (HR/legal), John Yang (marketing materials), Davis Senseman, Ahmed Mohidin, and Business Navigator Ixchel McKinnie.
Commissioner Angela Conley joined us for the celebration, recognizing the importance of expanding maternal healthcare access in our community.
Why This Matters
Rayaf Health officially opened on July 1st, ready to serve families with essential healthcare services. This success story illustrates why startups require comprehensive IT support from the outset and why the Elevate Hennepin program is so valuable.
Many new businesses don't realize they'll need technical infrastructure support until it's too late. Having access to up to 25 hours of free consulting services can make the difference between struggling to launch and getting off to a strong start.
Need IT support for your business? Hennepin County businesses can access up to 25 hours of free consulting through Elevate Hennepin. Start with a 15-minute consultation with one of our IT experts