Your Premier Business Networking Hub in North Idaho

Connect, Grow, and Thrive with CDA Business Connection

Welcome to CDA Business Connection, growing business networking group in the Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, and Rathdrum area. With a focus on fostering strong business ties within our community and supporting our community through charitable fundraising, we offer an industry-exclusive Primary Membership alongside a broadly inclusive General Membership, ensuring every local business finds its place and thrives with us. CDA Business Connect is about fostering business connections while volunteering or giving back to this community.

Primary Membership

Uniquely tailored for one business per industry, fostering a collaborative and supportive networking environment.

Benefits:

  • Weekly networking meetings to build close-knit business relationships.

  • Opportunity to spotlight your business in meetings.

  • Additional perks like featured listings on our website and in newsletters.

  • Sit on board that impacts the group, membership, or event planning

General Membership

Open to all businesses, providing cost-effective access to our vibrant community. Be in the know of what is coming up and what is happening through CDA Business Connect

Benefits:

  • Access to monthly large group meetings for broader networking opportunities.

  • Inclusion in member directories. (Note: Excludes industry-exclusive benefits but offers substantial value for broader connections.)

  • First opportunity to any and all large networking events or fundraising outreaches.

Our Objectives

  • Building a supportive business community in North Idaho.

  • Facilitating growth and networking opportunities for local businesses.

  • Give back to the community through fundraising and charity efforts

Key Benefits of Membership

  • Increased business visibility within the community.

  • Support from a network of local businesses.

  • Exclusive networking opportunities to foster business growth.

Join the CDA Business Connection Today

Elevate Your Business through intention connections!

All members starts out as a general member. The membership committee, or leadership board will be notified of a new member once they are reviewed, if there is an open seat at our weekly meetings that member will be invited.

Once the member attends, membership committee would discuss if they are a good fit and if so, offer them to apply for the exclusive seat. Note the requirements for Primary members:

  • Additional cost

  • Additional commitment

  • Obligations that must be upheld to keep seat

General Membership Application

Fill out the following form to request membership

Get in Touch with CDA Business Connection

We're here to assist you on your journey to becoming a part of our vibrant business network. Whether you have questions about our membership options, need more details about our networking events, or simply want to share your thoughts, we're all ears. Below you'll find various ways to contact us. Choose the one that works best for you, and let's start the conversation!

FAQs

  • To apply for membership, fill out the general membership form. You'll need to provide basic business information and a brief description of your business activities. Once submitted, our team will review your application and get back to you with the next steps.

  • Primary Membership is industry-exclusive, meaning we accept only one business per industry to ensure a non-competitive environment. This membership offers weekly networking meetings, business spotlights, and additional perks. General Membership, while open to all businesses, provides access to our monthly large group meetings and inclusion in our member directory, offering a cost-effective way to connect with the local business community.

  • Businesses that span multiple industries are eligible for Primary Membership. During the application process, you'll be asked to specify the primary industry category that best represents your business. This category will determine your industry exclusivity within the network. We assess these on a case-by-case basis to ensure a fair and beneficial fit for all members.

  • Yes, if your industry slot opens up, General Members have the opportunity to apply for Primary Membership. Availability is communicated through our member newsletters and meetings. We encourage interested General Members to express their interest early to ensure they are considered for any openings.

  • While we encourage regular attendance to maximize your networking opportunities and membership benefits, we understand that business commitments may sometimes prevent you from attending. Primary Members are encouraged to attend at least 75% of the weekly meetings, whereas General Members are invited to monthly gatherings without a strict attendance requirement.