The 2016 Inductees represent a wide range of generations and impact. All were selected because of their stature in their era and their accomplishments. These amazing women represent the entire state of Minnesota, more than 150 years of Minnesota history, and amazing contributions to our State’s economic success. Elise Hernandez With just $1,000, and initially […]

  Elise Hernandez In February 2015, Minnetonka-based technology company Ideal System Solutions was awarded a stake in a $20 billion federal contract. Under the helm of president and CEO Elise Hernandez, Ideal System Solutions is one of 65 firms that will share a $20 billion, 10-year “government-wide acquisition contract” for information technology needs. Hernandez didn’t […]

Entrepreneur of the Month – January 2016 ——————————————————————————– Blogged By: MBDA Created on January 8, 2016 Elise Hernandez, President of Ideal Systems Solutions Inc. This January, we are kicking off a new campaign, Entrepreneur of the Month, which features a minority business owner who exemplifies innovation, passion, and a commitment to success. Each of these […]

  As Published in the December 2015 issue of Twin Cities Business Magazine It’s been a mixed year. Productivity is at a near-record high, unemployment is low. But finding qualified labor is getting tougher and tougher, and spending remains modest. With these kinds of challenges, it’s important to know who’s got the insight, experience and […]

Ideal’s President, Elise Hernandez, was presented with the 2015 Minority Business Enterprise of the Year Award from the MBDA at the NMSDC Annual Convention, 2015 National MED Week Awards Reception on October 20th.

The MBDA National MED Week Awards Program is designed to celebrate and recognize the outstanding achievements of minority entrepreneurs, as well as individuals and organizations that have demonstrated leadership and commitment in advancing global minority business enterprise.