Staff Spotlight: Learning from the 2024 Community Transformation Workshop in Iowa
Associate Research Analyst Aoife Harte shares her experience attending the 2024 Community Transformation Workshop.
Crowdfunding for Small Businesses, Maine Downtown Conference Panel
In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience at the Maine Downtown Conference in November 2024 in Biddeford, Maine, host Matt Wagner explores the world of crowdfunding as a financing alternative for small businesses.
Main Spotlight: Top Eight Blogs of 2024
At the end of each year, we like to round up some of the most interesting, innovative, and intriguing articles from our blog.
Advocacy Spotlight: Proposed Pilot Program Would Spur and Sustain Development of our Nation’s Business Districts
Main Street America supports new proposed legislation to strengthen organizations that support small businesses and commercial districts.
South Dakota and Puerto Rico Towns Join Growing List of T‑Mobile Hometown Grant Recipients
T-Mobile unveiled its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients, tallying up to 350 communities across 48 states and one territory.
Big News: Registration Now Open for Main Street Now 2025!
Join your peers from across the Main Street network and experts in commercial district stewardship for three days of connection, learning, and celebration in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 7-9. Get a jump start on your registration and hotel reservations today!
Independence Hall © Sean Pavone/iStock
Finding Passion & Following Intuition with James Langteaux, Trû North Café
In this episode, Matt and James explore the unique journey of starting a business during the pandemic, the challenges of running a small-town café, and the importance of community connection.
Register: 2025 Main Street Now Conference
Join us for our annual conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from April 7-9.
Independence Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania © Sean Pavone/iStock
Main Spotlight: Five Ideas for Successful Winter Events
Winter can be a challenging season for many Main Streets. Here are five ideas for events that will encourage people to brave the cold and come downtown.
Program Spotlight: 25 Years of the Maine Downtown Center
Join us in celebrating the amazing achievements of the Maine Downtown Center!
Crafting a Creative Business Journey with Phoebe and Jonathan Carpenter Eells, elSage Designs
In this episode, host Matt Wagner sits down with husband-and-wife duo, Phoebe and Jonathan Carpenter Eells, co-owners of elSage Designs in Mount Vernon, Washington.
Main Spotlight: What’s Worrying Main Street Entrepreneurs and How You Can Help
The Research team shares the results of the 2024 Small Business Success and Support survey and shares insights for Main Streets.
