Collaboration
Community
Consistency
WE BELIEVE IN:
The Madison Business Collective is a free in-person business networking group in Madison, WI. Everyone is welcome here - we are open to small business owners, creative side-hustlers, and anyone considering starting a business. We host two meet-ups per month at various locations around Madison. We also have occasional socials, volunteer opportunities, and other events. Our group is free, but we do ask that everyone fill out a membership form so we can easily share event updates, resources and referral opportunities with you!
A collective of entrepreneurs who value community over competition
All of our meet-ups are free, in-person events for small business owners or people who are about to start their small business. Our topics often focus on the creative side of running a business - marketing, messaging, content, social media, and more. These are collaborative, work-shop style meetings. Everyone is welcome to give their input and share their experiences. You can bring just yourself, your computer, a notebook, or whatever you need to get the most out of it! Each meeting has time for networking and socializing. RSVPs are highly encouraged, but not required.
upcoming networking events
(near madison, wi)
upcoming networking events (near madison, wi)
New members always welcome!
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Wisconsin Brewing Co.
1079 American Way
Verona, WI 53593
Clarify Your Message with StoryBrand – Make your business the go-to guide
june 24, 2025 | 4:30PM - 6PM
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Alice Good Coffee
300 S Main Street
Verona, WI 53593
How to Use AI as a Creative Assistant – Stay authentic while saving time
july 8, 2025 | 10:30AM - 12PM
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Biergarten at Olbrich Park
3527 Atwood Ave
Madison, WI 53714
Content Planning for Busy Business Owners – Simple strategies to plan ahead
july 22, 2025 | 4:30PM - 6PM
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Barriques - Middleton
1901 Cayuga Street
Middleton, WI 53562
Brand Identity Lab – Sharpen your “what do you do?” pitch + feedback
aug. 5, 2025 | 10:30AM - 12PM
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Rusty Bee Lounge
5134 E Cheryl Pkwy
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Website and Messaging Lab – Website tips and peer feedback
aug. 26, 2025 | 4:30PM - 6PM
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One of the fastest ways to grow in business is through consistency and action. We also believe networking groups are most effective if they are consistent. This is why we offer plenty of opportunities for meet ups. Members are encouraged to come to as many as they can to develop stronger connections and increase the chances of getting referrals.
Consistency
We believe in abundance - there is plenty of business to go around. Small businesses thrive in a supportive community, and it's important for small business owners to feel connected to one another. We support our local businesses whenever possible!
Community
We believe one of the best ways to learn and grow is by collaborating with others who are in the same boat, or are a few steps ahead! In this group, we learn from one another and give support (in knowledge and business) whenever we can.
Collaboration
our core values:
FAQs
This group is inclusive, and open to any person who is a small business owner, or an integral part of a small business. We also welcome people who are serious about starting their business, but curious what it looks like to be an entrepreneur. While we are open to all types of small businesses, our meetings are focused on connection and collaboration, rather than referrals. Most of our topics are geared towards marketing and the creative aspects of running a business. Members should be willing to learn and chat with other business owners - these are no-pitch, no-sales meetings.
Membership and meetings are free. We do ask that members fill out our simple membership form, so we can keep track of who is in the group and easily share meeting information, events, and referral opportunities. If you'd like to try a meeting first, please come to one of the upcoming meetings listed above!
We offer two meet-ups per month. Currently, they are always on Tuesdays. Locations are at various places around Madison and Madison's suburbs - coffee shops, breweries, patios in the summer, etc. The dates and locations vary each month, so please check the upcoming events list for all of the information.
Or click here to receive event updates via email.
No, there is no need to prepare anything for our meetings! We do encourage that you introduce yourself and your business to the group, but it is a laid back atmosphere - and a great place to practice talking about your business if you're not used to it!
While we encourage referrals, we do not track referrals or force members to refer each other. Our members refer each other because they create a genuine connection. Members get to know each other's businesses really well when they show up consistently, which makes it easy to stay top of mind for referral opportunities!
You can fill out our simple membership form here, and you'll be added to the email list for all meeting updates. Otherwise, you can check this website for updates, or join the Facebook group here.
Not ready to become a member, but want to be in the know? Click here to sign up for our event email list.
This group is run by Morgan Counts and Ryan Wykle, of Morgan Madeleine Brands. You can contact us here!
See one you missed out on? We rotate our meeting types and topics, so there will always be another opportunity to join in on a similar meet up in the future!
Past events
What we've been up to:
The Rotunda Cafe
1965 Atwood Ave #5220
Madison, WI 53704
Niche Down Without FOMO – Clarify your audience and business focus
june 10, 2025 | 10:30AM - 12PM
membership
membership
Rusty Bee Lounge
5134 E Cheryl Pkwy
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Networking Meet-Up and Introductions
may 20, 2025 | 4:30PM - 6PM
membership
Garver Feed Mill
3241 Garver Green
Madison, WI 53704
Networking Meet-Up and Introductions
may 13, 2025 | 10:30AM - 12PM
membership
Seminole Tap
5956 Executive Drive
Fitchburg, WI 53719
Networking Meet-Up and Introductions
april 29, 2025 | 4:30PM - 6PM
Networking Meet-Up and Introductions
Grace Coffee - Verona
150 West End Circle
Verona, WI 53593
membership
april 22, 2025 | 10:30AM - 12PM
