We’re Stronger Together.
The Collective is a community for entrepreneurs to connect and support one another. While we offer resources to help you grow your business, our most valuable resource is our members.
When you're a member of The Collective, you're a part of a community.
You'll connect with other small business owners, share ideas, build relationships and get support from your peers. The Collective was created for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, so you'll be in good company knowing that we're all in this together.
What’s included in membership?
Promotion
Through our email newsletter, website and social media, we love sharing member events, milestones and newsworthy happenings.
Workshops & Education
In-person and virtual workshops are offered to our member free of charge. Workshops are facilitated by industry experts.
Networking
Our members are our biggest strength! The Collective offers numerous opportunities each quarter to network and build new relationships.
MEMBERSHIP TIERS
BASIC MEMBERSHIP
$249 | ONE MEMBER
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LEARN
Minimum of 8 free member workshops offered per year
NETWORK
Industry, location & all member meetups
Member FB Page
PROMOTE
Biography with interview link on our member page
Newsletter features
Social media shares
Other promotional opportunities throughout the year
SAVE
10% on TC consulting with The Collective Team
Discounts with other members
ORGANIZATIONAL
MEMBERSHIP
$449 | UP TO FOUR MEMBERS
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The perks of a single annual membership with savings when adding multiple members
LEARN
Minimum of 8 free member workshops offered per year
NETWORK
Industry, location & all member meetups
Member FB Page
PROMOTE
Biography with interview link on our member page
Newsletter features
Social media shares
Other promotional opportunities throughout the year
SAVE
10% on TC consulting with The Collective Team
Discounts with other members
PLUS
Add up to 3 additional members (up to $375 value)
**Promotion is limited per team and may only be used for that organization, not other entities the members are affiliated with
**Savings & learning are all unlimited & open to all TC members in organization
TEAM MEMBERSHIP
$249 + $125 PER ADD’L TEAM MEMBER
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The perks of a single annual membership with the flexibility to add additional members
LEARN
Minimum of 8 free member workshops offered per year
NETWORK
Industry, location & all member meetups
Member FB Page
PROMOTE
Biography with interview link on our member page
Newsletter features
Social media shares
Other promotional opportunities throughout the year
SAVE
10% on TC consulting with The Collective Team
Discounts with other members
**Promotion is limited per team and may only be used for that organization, not other entities the members are affiliated with
**Savings & learning are all unlimited & open to all TC members in organization
Interested in joining?
Grab a virtual cup of coffee with Jaber, Member Liaison Extraordinaire, and learn how membership can work for you.
MEMBERSHIP FAQS
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Although we are a non-discriminatory organization, our members are required to be entrepreneurs and/or own or be partial owner of their business(es).
We look for members who are supportive of other small businesses, motivated to grow personally and professionally and are passionate about their community.
We do not have any geographical restraints for membership, but those who are local to Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan will benefit from attending workshops and networking events.
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Member selection / Our Member Liaison will have a quick virtual touchbase (typically 15 minutes) with all applicants to learn more about them & their business while explaining more about The Collective. If our Member Liaison and team feel it’s a good fit after the touch base, the applicant will be selected as a Member. All applicants will hear back either way within 2 weeks.
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No, our members own all types & sizes of businesses!
We have artisans who are a one-person show to a production facility with dozens of employees. We have marketing companies, photographers, restaurants, coffee shops, artists, gyms, wellness centers, a voice actor, boutiques and more. We are extremely inclusive of all types of businesses and people. While we are all different and have different businesses, being entrepreneurs ties us together.
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We offer opportunities for networking, learning and promotion to our members. More details on each can be found above this section.
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Single Membership // $249/year
Additional Members // $349/year
Dual membership is for businesses who have two individuals who want to join The Collective. It is not a requirement that both are members, but only members will receive perks of membership and can attend member events.
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You will receive an email response two weeks.
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While we may occasionally offer events that are open to the public, our regular workshops and meetups are for Collective Members only.