Welcome to Dakota Future. We are the strategic link between business, education and government in Dakota County, Minnesota, USA. This partnership provides a meeting place where forward looking leaders are actively working to ensure Dakota County’s competitive position in a global economy. As a network of people and organizations, our strength grows with our membership. We warmly welcome your input and participation!
In January 2009, Dakota Future announced our goal to achieve designation as an internationally recognized Intelligent Community by 2012. Accordingly, we have now organized our economic development efforts around broadband development, knowledge workers, innovation, digital inclusion and marketing.
Our board of directors, membership and stakeholders include representatives of our local business community, our area colleges, city and county governments, chambers of commerce and workforce partners. This interchange of ideas and opportunities creates an atmosphere of collaboration, problem solving and optimism for the future.
As a membership organization, we encourage you to participate with us in our efforts in increase our economic vitality and competitiveness. To learn more, explore our web site or contact Bill Coleman, Executive Director, at 651-491-2551 or bill@dakotafuture.com.
You can also keep up to date through our Dakota Future Linkedin group.


