Dunn Brothers Coffee, the Minneapolis-based specialty roaster, has signed a franchise agreement to open a location in Chamberlain, South Dakota, extending the brand's presence across the Upper Midwest. The company roasts premium coffee in small batches daily and operates through a franchise model. The Chamberlain location marks the latest expansion in the region as the brand pursues growth opportunities. The agreement follows Dunn Brothers' strategy to deepen market penetration in secondary markets throughout the Upper Midwest, where independent and small-chain coffee operators continue to compete with national players. **Why It Matters** For coffee shop operators, specialty roasters like Dunn Brothers represent a proven franchise model that combines local roasting operations with brand consistency. The move into Chamberlain—a town of roughly 3,500 in central South Dakota—signals confidence in smaller markets' ability to support premium coffee concepts, even outside major metropolitan areas.