Diving Deep into
Stories of Local Business

Join us every 3rd Friday of the month
at 8 AM for Deep Dive DL.
This event is open and free to everyone.

A vibrant speaker series that celebrates entrepreneurship, art, community, and connection.

This event is open and free to everyone, offering a unique opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs, creatives, and community members in a lively atmosphere. The program will begin at 8:15 a.m. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Instagram for location information.

Project 412 presents Deep Dive DL Entrepreneurship Series

What to expect at an event:

Coffee and Connections
Start your morning with coffee and engaging conversations. Bring your favorite mug, and we’ll fill it up as you chat with fellow attendees. Enjoy music and explore art from our featured artist.
Featured Artist Presentation
Our program begins with a talk from our featured artist, who will share their creative journey and the inspiration behind their work. Discover the stories that shape their art and gain insight into their process.
Behind the Business
Next, hear from a local entrepreneur who will offer a behind-the-scenes look at running a business. Learn how they started, where they find inspiration, and the unexpected lessons they’ve encountered along the way.
Interactive Q&A
Wrap up the session with an interactive Q&A with our speakers. This is your chance to dive deeper: ask your burning questions and gain valuable insights from their experiences.

Deep Dive DL 2025 Schedule

Speaker: DuWayne Ditterich | Artist: Anna Lassonde • January 17th, 2025 • 8 am - 9 am at Labarista
Tim Eggebraaten | Artist: Emma Tomb • February 21st, 2025 • 8 am - 9 am • at Labarista
Deep Dive DL • Entrepreneurship Series * Speakers: Ross Hansen & Tyler Ostlie | Artist: Kaylin Bloom • March 21st, 2025 • 8-9 am at Labarista

Deep Dive DL 2024

Beautiful Junque Boutique logo

Thursday, April 18th, 2024

Carol Foltz and Alicia Bowers of Beautiful Junque Boutique
Location: in the store's basement "Cellar" gathering space
Watch the video below to see what you missed!

Wood Fire Pizza & Catering logo

Thursday, May 16th, 2024

Tanner Duncan of Woodfire Pizza
Location: Woodfire Pizza Store • 811 8th St. SE • Detroit Lakes, MN
Watch the video below to hear Tanner's story.

Nature's Embrace Soap Company logo

Thursday, June 20th, 2024

Heidi Renney of Nature's Embrace Soap Company
Location: in the store • 833 Washington Ave • Detroit Lakes, MN

Schiller's House logo

Thursday, July 18th, 2024

Katie Schiller of Schiller's House
Location: Becker County Museum • 814 Summit Ave • Detroit Lakes, MN

180 Balance logo

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

Amy Jacobson of 180 Balance
Location: in the 180 studio in the Washington Square Mall • 808 Washington Ave • Detroit Lakes, MN

Deep Dive DL with Pitch 412 contestants • Thursday, September 19, 2024

September 19th, 2024

Pitch 412 Contestants Lillie's Lollipops & Getaway Kimonos
Location: Becker County Museum • 714 Summit Ave • Detroit Lakes, MN

Maple Hills Orchard

Thursday, October 17th, 2024

Gary and Jonna Goreham of Maple Hills Orchard
Location: at the orchard • 29355 130th St • Frazee, MN

Thursday, November 21st, 2024

Ruth Hetland of ConseCrate Subscription Box
Location: Becker County Museum • 814 Summit Ave • Detroit Lakes, MN

Action Fabricating logo

Thursday, December 19th, 2024

Travis Stone of Action Fabricating
Location: Becker County Museum • 814 Summit Ave • Detroit Lakes, MN

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