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State of Main: Fall 2016

Welcome to the inaugural edition of State of Main, the annual publication of Main Street America featuring thought leadership from across the network.

  • Public Space and Infrastructure
  • Equitable and Inclusive Community Development
October 1, 2016
2016 State of Main cover featuring a graphic of a city with roads, buildings, cars, and parks
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State of Main: Winter 2018

With articles written by industry experts on topics ranging from the future of retail to Main Street advocacy, the publication is brimming with tools, tips, and strategies that will help you lead a results-oriented revitalization effort.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
  • People Management and Work Planning
December 1, 2018
2018 State of Main cover reading "the power of small"
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State of Main: Spring 2020

Celebrate the broad diversity of champions that make up our powerful network and offers resources and solutions for leading revitalization efforts.

  • The Main Street Approach
March 15, 2020
2020 State of Main cover reading "We Are Main Street"
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Ebenezer Akakpo, Akakpo Design Group & Maine Culture

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt talks with Ebenezer Akakpo, a designer and jeweler who owns Akakpo Design Group and Maine Culture in Westbrook, Maine.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
June 26, 2024
Man sitting down at desk with computer and art supplies
Podcast

Ross Chanowski, NuMarket

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt chats with Ross Chanowski, owner and founder of NuMarket. NuMarket is a leader in crowdfunding solutions for small businesses with a focus on food services.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
July 10, 2024
Headshot of man wearing black shirt next to Main Street Business Insights podcast logo.
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The Art of Understanding Local Markets

In the last episode of season two of Main Street Business Insights, tune in as host Matt Wagner breaks down how to understand and synthesize local market data.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
April 10, 2024
Designed graphic with Main Street Business Insights logo, photo of podcast host Matt Wagner seated next to microphone, with title reading, "The Art of Understanding Local Markets"
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Glen Ellis, Sycamore Education and Milady Coffeehouse

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt sits down with Glen Ellis, owner of Sycamore Education, Dominion Catalyst Services, and Milady Coffeehouse in Fremont, Nebraska.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
April 3, 2024
A man and woman, Glen Ellis and his wife Nancy Ellis, smile in front of doorway with autumn decorations.
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Casey Woods, Emporia Main Street

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt sits down with Casey Woods, Executive Director of Emporia Main Street in Emporia, Kansas.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
March 21, 2024
Two professional men sit in office in front of microphone.
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