The N2 Company publishes a network of over 850 hyper-local and community magazines reaching millions of readers across nearly every U.S. state. Founded in 2004 by two friends as a single neighborhood publication in Wilmington, North Carolina, the company remains co-founder-owned and operates magazine brands including Stroll, Real Producers, and BeLocal, serving approximately 30,000 clients.
The company structures its business around creating opportunities for readers, clients, and employees. It operates N2GIVES, a corporate giving programme that has donated $30 million to combat human trafficking since 2016. Employee benefits include $7,000 assistance toward a first home purchase and paid sabbaticals, reflecting the company's stated commitment to supporting financial, relational, and spiritual growth among its workforce.
The N2 Company's approach to community publishing emphasises independence and local relevance, positioning hyper-local magazines as a means to strengthen connections within neighbourhoods whilst generating opportunities across its stakeholder ecosystem.
