2024 Trend Forecast: Get Your Business Holiday-Ready
In this episode, Matt reveals the data-driven trends that will define the 2024 holiday shopping season—and shows you exactly how to leverage them for your small business.
Main Spotlight: 15 Ways to Celebrate 15 Years of Small Business Saturday®
As we approach this milestone celebration, we've compiled 15 creative ways for Main Street and downtown leaders to make this year's Small Business Saturday truly special.
Now Accepting Nominations: 2025 Mary Means Leadership Award
Join us in celebrating the incredible accomplishments of exceptional leaders shaping the Main Street Movement by nominating your organization’s stellar director, board member, or volunteer for the prestigious Mary Means Leadership Award. The nomination portal is open through Friday, December 6.
Small Business Owners: We Want to Hear From You! Take the Small Business Success and Support Survey
Calling all small business owners: tell us about the wins you've had in 2024, the challenges you face, and the types of support from the Main Street America network that would help you most. Take our latest survey today!
Raton Adventure Centre in Raton, New Mexico © Brenda Ferri
Save the Date: 2025 Main Street Now Conference
Mark your calendar for the 2025 Main Street Now Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from April 7-9! Join your peers from across the Main Street network and experts in commercial district stewardship for insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and incredible experiences.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania © f11photo/iStock
BFFs to Business Partners with Kaycee McCoy, Pawsnickety Pets
Join host Matt Wagner as he welcomes Kaycee McCoy, co-owner and creative lead at Pawsnickety Pets in Norfolks, Virginia. Kaycee and her best friend, Shizuka Benton, launched the all-natural and organic pet supply business in Norfolk at the start of the pandemic, but have used their combined talents to keep the business growing and thriving over the last four years.
Main Spotlight: How to Survive and Thrive During Construction
Construction projects can put a lot of stress on your downtown. From preparation to completion, Brooke Prouty at Iowa Economic Development Authority shares best practices to help your Main Street thrive during construction.
Main Spotlight: 7 Steps to Leverage Your Board for Effective Transformation Strategy Implementation
Learn how to create buy-in, build support, and manage your work plan for successful transformation strategy implementation.
Apply Now to Be a Small Business Saturday® Neighborhood Champion!
This holiday season, unite your community to celebrate the small businesses that keep your downtown vibrant and thriving. By applying to be a Neighborhood Champion for the 15th Small Business Saturday®, you'll lead the charge to Shop Small® on November 30 and throughout the holiday season.
Retail Marketing Strategies from Main Street South Australia’s David West
Join host Matt Wagner as he welcomes David West, director of Premier Retail Marketing and based in Adelaide, South Australia.
