Main Spotlight: The Art of Market Analysis (Part Two)
In part two of this series, Matt Wagner uses the case study of Galax, Virginia, to explore how data and context can be used to understand your market.
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In part two of this series, Matt Wagner uses the case study of Galax, Virginia, to explore how data and context can be used to understand your market.
Jackie Swihart spoke with Abby Huff at Indiana Main Street about their recent experience utilizing Main Street America's transformation strategies workshops.
The MSARP credential is the highest level of achievement offered through the Main Street America Institute, requiring dedication to completing a rigorous curriculum. Join us in celebrating eight Main Street leaders who have most recently achieved this prestigious credential!
Join the Main Street America Research Team for a webinar on June 20th to learn more about how to use the Building Opportunities on Main Streets Tracker.
Erin Barnes shares her reflections from the 2024 Main Street Now Conference in Birmingham, Alabama.
We are asking small business owners across the country to share their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges they're facing as summer approaches.
Matt Wagner, Ph.D., breaks down how context and outreach can help you build a stronger market analysis.
May is Jewish American Heritage Month! We collected ideas and resources to help you explore Jewish American history on your community and work toward a more inclusive Main Street.
In this special episode of Main Street Business Insights, recorded in front of a live audience during the Main Street Now Conference, Matt sat down with Alycia Levels-Moore, owner and founder of ASL Creative Firm and POLARIS, an event and co-working hub, based in Birmingham, Alabama.
Becky Axilbund, Executive Director at Main Street Middletown, MD Inc., shares lessons learned from their renovation of two downtown buildings.
For Preservation Month, Senior Program Officer Lisa Mullins Thompson explores why preservation matters and how Main Streets can celebrate and protect their historic assets.
Join us for our annual conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from April 7-9.