
We believe business works best when it feels like community. The Big DL Business Collective was created to bring Detroit Lakes entrepreneurs, leaders, and dreamers together in a consistent, welcoming rhythm. Our mission is simple: help local businesses thrive by making it easier to connect, collaborate, and be seen.
This isn’t another stuffy networking group. It’s a place where you can:
Be Seen — Show up as yourself and let people know who you are and what you do.
Be Connected — Build genuine relationships that fuel referrals, ideas, and growth.
Be a Big DL — Stand proud as part of something bigger than your business alone.
We keep it simple and consistent. Every Friday we host Coffee Chats, once a month we gather for a Business Breakfast, and once a month we relax at an After Hours Social. On top of that, we’ll highlight members in our directory, share spotlights, and create easy opportunities for you to plug in and grow.
Our community is full of talented people and powerful businesses — but too often we’re all working in our own corners. Big DL makes it easy to meet regularly, build trust, and create momentum. When businesses are stronger, our whole town grows stronger with them.
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Start your Friday mornings with good coffee and even better conversation. Our weekly Coffee Chats are casual, welcoming, and low-pressure —...
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Unwind and connect after the workday. Each month we gather at a local spot for a relaxed evening of conversation, community, and new introd...
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Fuel up with breakfast and fresh connections. Our monthly Breakfast is a focused networking event where you’ll want to bring your business...
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Listing on Big DL website + FB group.
Access to weekly Coffee Chats.
Access to Monthly Business after hours
Basic Directory Listing in the : Big DL Directory: Where to Eat, Shop & Play
Member spotlight on social once per year.
Digital + physical Big DL Member Badge (window decal, social badge)
All Basic benefits.
Priority spotlight on social (2 per year).
Directory Highlight with Logo & feature placement
2 Big Breakfast included per year
All Plus benefits.
Featured partner listing on website + social.
Monthly spotlight posts (FB + Instagram)
Podcast or video interview feature shared on Big DL platforms
Logo on all event signage and promotional materials.
$200. Get a 10 minute spot-light commercial, ability to add information to each table and a special table set up for you give more information!
$200. Host the business community at your business. Get a 10 minute spot-light time, be able to give tours and get a chance for the community to get to know you!
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