Building the Dream Duluth

06/05/2026

How was Building the Dream Duluth born? Once upon a time, founders Alex and Matt had a dream of their own. They noticed that, in their small hometowns, the most successful businesses had the most engaged customers. They wanted to bring that small-town connection to the city, and with their entrepreneurial spirits and love for community, the rest was history.

Want to grab a virtual coffee and talk about your business? At Building the Dream Duluth, we’re here to help bring your vision to life.

06/03/2026

Hello everyone! My name is Kate Jamtgaard, and I am excited to join the team at Building the Dream Duluth as a summer marketing intern.

I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin–Superior, where I am majoring in Marketing with a minor in Sports Management. I also play volleyball at UWS and serve as the social media representative for my team.

I am from Grand Rapids, MN, where I played both volleyball and basketball growing up.

I love everything sports-related and hope to someday work in sports marketing or sports administration.

I am looking forward to learning, growing, and contributing to Building the Dream Duluth this summer!

05/29/2026

POV: your business can’t be found on Google.

No visibility.
No traffic.
No new customers finding you.

Meanwhile, your competitors are showing up first — and getting the calls instead.

A lot of businesses think SEO is just about rankings, but it’s bigger than that.

If customers can’t find you online, they can’t choose your business.

Good SEO isn’t about getting random clicks. It’s about helping customers find and choose your business.

05/25/2026

Is your website ready for a makeover? Let us help! Improve your aesthetic, optimize your traffic, and increase conversion rates with affordable website design. We were honored to work with Kivi Bros Trucking to expand their services and logistics across Minnesota and beyond!

05/19/2026

The gym is more than just a place to work out, it can be truly transformative, especially for new moms, those just starting their fitness journey, or anyone seeking a boost of endorphins. Curious about what a workout can do for you? Tune in as Johanna Rich, owner of 9Round in Duluth, MN, shares how lives are changed within the walls of her fitness center.

Visit our YouTube channel for the full video!

05/16/2026

Some of the most successful businesses begin in a garage, others, in a basement! Discover how Dr. Christine Hammer, owner of True North Orthodontics, grew her practice from a team of two to a thriving team of seven. Hear her inspiring journey and learn more by watching the full story on our YouTube channel!

04/30/2026

Social media isn't just about the amount of followers or the number of likes you get – it's about how engaged your audience is. Do you have a strategy in motion for your socials? Let us help you take your channels to the next level!

04/23/2026

Always happy to support a good cause!
We’ll see you at the Autism Walk Northland-MN this Sunday!

Thank you Building the Dream Duluth!

04/19/2026

Sitting down with Ashley & Bailey from Birch & Pine Counseling after they spent years working for a larger clinical practice, learning what they could apply and what things they could improve upon; they took it upon themselves to start their own therapy practice.
They had this advice for our listeners which they learned first hand. "Don't let fear or unsolicited advice hold you back from pursuing your goals. Remember, those who aren't in the arena, facing the challenges alongside you, can't truly offer the guidance you need." Focus on taking action and learning from your own experiences.

04/15/2026

Last week we got the chance to stop into Engwall Floral Design. We talked with them about what it takes to run a successful flower shop. How they manage and maintain custom orders for everything from weddings, special occasions or their busiest holiday Mother's Day. As well as how the whole team from the designers to the delivery drivers work together to make your flower buying experience as smooth and easy as possible! Be sure to check them out sometime! .