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NINE DAAAAYS!!!Yes... 9. 😍 Have yours signed up for the newsletter yet? What are you waiting for? We are raffeling off three gift cards to the Painted Tree Boutiques that can be used in our Chandler boutique as well as any of the other amazing small businesses housed within any of the Painted Tree Boutiques across the country. So that means you do not have to be local to win! Did you know there are at least 35 other Painted Tree Boutique locations across the country? Might be one near you. 😉 So there are several ways to enter the drawing. Do one, do them all. The more you do, the better the odds of winning. 1) Share this post. Remember sharing is caring. 2) Comment below and let us know what kind of items you would like to see in our boutique. If we don't carry it, I'm pretty sure one of the other small businesses might. ❤️ 3) Visit our website and sign up for our Monthly Newsletters. You should really do that anyway because we will be offering special deals only available for those who sign up for the newsletter. So don't miss out! That's it. Be sure to follow us on all our social media platforms for more freebies and offers leading up to Opening Day. https://lnkd.in/gKsjXdsA

Attention Chamber members! We are running a FREE holiday promotion leading up to Small Business Saturday. The promotion will run Monday, November 11th to Saturday, November 30th. Please reply to the Lockport Chamber of Commerce by November 1st if you wish to participate! [email protected] or 815-838-3357 Details: -Any active Lockport Chamber member is eligible to participate. -Consumers will pick up a game board at any participating business or at the Lockport Chamber of Commerce office. -Promotional information will be printed in the middle of the wreath. All participating business, their addresses and details will be printed on the back of the wreath. -Consumers must visit each business location on the game board to get your “space or ornament” stamped. (Stamps will be supplied by the Lockport Chamber) -When the game board if filled, consumers will return it to the Lockport Chamber or any participating business. -On Saturday, November 30th, Small Business Saturday AND Christmas in the Square, all returned game boards will be entered into a drawing for prizes. -Drawing will take place on Saturday, November 30th at 3pm at Christmas in the Square. Prizes include: 1st Place- PlayStation 5 2nd Place- $250 Gift Card 3rd Place- $150 Gift Card 4th Place- $100 Gift Card There is NO cost for a business to participate. The business can provide a good or a service. You can put in as little effort or as much effort as you would like. Example…for every consumer who gets their game board stamped at your business they receive X from you (coupon, free sample, elf ears, candy, hot chocolate, or just a smile) You can make it fun by having them take a selfie or picture while getting their game board stamped or just allow them to walk in and get a stamp. The only thing we ask is that all your employees are made aware of the promotion. We are looking forward to this fun event for the community leading up to Small Business Saturday! #chamberofcommerce #shopsmall #lockportillinois #smallbusinesssaturday #chicagobusiness

As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to support our local businesses! Here are six easy ways to make an impact: 🛍 Shop Local: Choose gifts from local shops and boutiques for unique finds that reflect our community’s spirit. 🎄 Attend Holiday Events: Join local markets and festivals to discover new products and support artisans in our area. 💳 Give Gift Cards: Purchase gift cards from local businesses—it's a thoughtful gift that encourages recipients to shop locally. 🌟 Promote on Social Media: Share your favorite local businesses on your professional networks. Your recommendation can attract new customers! 👍 Leave Positive Reviews: Take a moment to write a review for businesses you appreciate. Your feedback can help them thrive. 🎁 Gift Experiences: Consider giving experiences—like classes or workshops—offered by local providers. They often create lasting memories! Let’s come together to support the local economy this holiday season and help our communities flourish! Shop Small Saturday is November 30. #SupportLocal #SmallBusiness #HolidayShopping

Supporting Small Businesses This Holiday Season As we head into the holiday season, let’s remember the impact our purchases can make. Small businesses have weathered so much these past few years, and now is the perfect time to support the local shops, restaurants, and service providers that give so much to our communities. Here’s how we can help small businesses this holiday season: 1. Shop local: Choose to buy gifts, decorations, or meals from small, independent businesses. Every purchase supports a dream and keeps our communities vibrant. 2. Gift experiences or services: Think beyond products and consider gifting experiences like a local class, spa treatment, or even pet-sitting services from small, community-driven businesses. 3. Spread the word: Recommend your favorite small businesses to friends and family. Write positive reviews, share their posts, or tag them in your holiday shopping photos. 4. Buy gift cards: Even if you don’t have immediate use for a product or service, gift cards are a great way to support a small business now and use later. Let’s make this holiday season not just about giving to loved ones but also about giving back to the businesses that are the backbone of our economy. #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SmallBusiness #HolidayShopping #GiveBack #CommunityFirst

Support Local Businesses This Season!🎄🎁 Here’s how you can make a big difference: 1️⃣ Shop Small – Choose local shops for your holiday gifts. 2️⃣ Share the Love – Recommend your favorite local spots on social media. 3️⃣ Leave a Review – Positive reviews go a long way in helping small businesses grow. 4️⃣ Attend Local Events – Support small businesses by attending pop-up shops or events. 5️⃣ Buy Gift Cards – Give the gift of local by purchasing gift cards from small businesses. Tag your favorite local business in the comments & show them some love! 💙 . . . #mcwilliamsmedia #tkcreativeco #localmarketing #digitalmarketing #marketingagency #tulsabusinessowners #tulsaok #brokenarrow #localcommunity #lovelocal #shoplocal #supportlocalbiz

The Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee (NEDAC) met earlier this Fall at The Postmark Hotel for an engaging Community Branding session led by Stewart Colovin of MMGY Global, a world-renowned branding agency that specializes in destination marketing. As a vital advisory group in our Municipality, NEDAC provides Council and staff with strategic advice to promote balanced, long-term economic growth. Their expertise and dedication guide our efforts to continue positioning Newmarket as a destination of choice. In this session, as part of the Council’s Priority to create a differentiating Community Brand Strategy, NEDAC explored stories of heritage, entrepreneurship, personal growth and some powerful introspective analysis to help define Newmarket’s story. 💡 By highlighting Newmarket’s unique character and strengths, it supports efforts to attract new businesses, talent, and visitors while fostering a strong sense of pride in our community. This work is critical to building a cohesive brand that reflects who we are and where we’re headed. 🗣️ We are encouraging residents of #Newmarket to provide their insights to help shape our Community Brand strategy which will enhance the Town's reputation in Ontario and beyond, and continue to put us on the map. Get involved in this exciting initiative by taking our Community Brand survey by December 19 and you’ll have a chance to win 1 of 10 $25 Choose Local gift cards! 👉 https://lnkd.in/d_28KDpV Be sure to follow this page for updates on our Community Brand journey and other exciting initiatives! To learn more about NEDAC, visit: https://lnkd.in/dgJw37dS #Newmarket #DestinationMarketing #CommunityBranding #Placebranding #CommunityBrandStrategy

Today is a day to honor the heart ❤️ and soul of our local communities – the small, family-owned businesses that bring character, uniqueness, and personal service into our lives. Local businesses need more than our patronage; they need our active support to thrive. Here are some ways you can make a difference: 🛍️ Shop Local: Every purchase at a local business keeps money within the community, supports local employment, and invests in the community's health and future. 📣 Social Media Shoutouts: Share your positive experiences and purchases on social media. Tag the business 🏪 and use hashtags like #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBiz to increase their visibility. ⭐ Leave Reviews: Take a few minutes to leave a positive review online. These are golden for small businesses and can significantly influence potential customers. 🎁 Gift Cards and Merchandise: Purchasing gift cards or merchandise is a great way to show support, especially during slow seasons or downturns. 💬 Engage and Refer: Engage with their posts, attend events they host, and refer friends. Word-of-mouth is incredibly powerful for small businesses. 🤝 Patience and Understanding: Remember that mom and pops may not have the same resources as big chains. Show a little extra patience and understanding with their processes. Happy #NationalMomAndPopBusinessOwnersDay from our family-owned business! 💜

Hey Sis! 👋🏾 It’s #Small #Business #Month and supporting small businesses are importance because they are essential for local economies and communities. Here are some ways to support small businesses: 1. *Shop Local*: Make a conscious effort to shop at local businesses instead of big-box stores or online retailers. ✨ 2. *Leave Reviews*: Share your positive experiences with others by leaving reviews on social media or review platforms like Yelp. ✨ 3. *Recommendations*: Word-of-mouth is powerful, so recommend your favorite small businesses to friends and family. ✨ 4. *Attend Local Events*: Support local events, festivals, and markets to show your community spirit. ✨ 5. *Use Social Media*: Follow and share posts from small businesses to help them reach a wider audience. ✨ 6. *Buy Gift Cards*: Purchase gift cards from small businesses to use as gifts or to treat yourself. ✨ 7. *Partner or Collaborate*: If you're a business owner, consider partnering or collaborating with other small businesses to cross-promote each other's services. ✨ 8. *Advocate*: Support policies and initiatives that benefit small businesses and your local community. ✨ 9. *Shop Online Locally*: If you can't shop in-person, look for online stores or websites that support local businesses. ✨ 10. *Be Loyal*: Repeat business is essential for small businesses, so be loyal to your favorite local spots. ✨ Remember, every small action can make a big difference in supporting small businesses and contributing to the vitality of your community! SOULSISTAH30.com SoulSistah3.0 LLC #smallportingsmallbusinessbusinesses #smallbusinessmonth #shoplocal #shopsmall #groupeconomics #smallbusinesscollobration #community #culture #sistahood #buildingeconomics

Heeeere we goooo!!! 12 Days Till Opening Day!!! We have officially started the countdown and in honor of this countdown, we are raffeling off three gift cards to the Painted Tree Boutiques that can be used in our boutique as well as any of the other amazing small businesses housed within any of the Painted Tree Boutiques across the country. So that means, you do not have to be local to win! Did you know there are at least 35 other Painted Tree Boutique locations across the country? Might be one near you. 😉 So there are several ways to enter the drawing. Do one, do them all. The more you do, the better the odds of winning. 1) Share this post. You will have at least 11 more chances to win, just by doing that alone since we are starting today with Day 12. 2) Comment below and let us know what kind of items you would like to see in our boutique. If we don't carry it, I'm pretty sure one of the other small businesses might. ❤️ 3) Visit our website and sign up for our Monthly Newsletters. You should really do that anyway because we will be offering special deals only available for those who sign up for the newsletter. So don't miss out! That's it. Be sure to follow us on all our social media platforms for more freebies and offers leading up to Opening Day. https://lnkd.in/gKsjXdsA

11 Days Till Opening Day!!! Last night we officially started the countdown and in honor of this countdown, we are raffeling off three gift cards to the Painted Tree Boutiques that can be used in our boutique as well as any of the other amazing small businesses housed within any of the Painted Tree Boutiques across the country. So that means, you do not have to be local to win! Did you know there are at least 35 other Painted Tree Boutique locations across the country? Might be one near you. 😉 So there are several ways to enter the drawing. Do one, do them all. The more you do, the better the odds of winning. 1) Share this post. Remember sharing is caring. 2) Comment below and let us know what kind of items you would like to see in our boutique. If we don't carry it, I'm pretty sure one of the other small businesses might. ❤️ 3) Visit our website and sign up for our Monthly Newsletters. You should really do that anyway because we will be offering special deals only available for those who sign up for the newsletter. So don't miss out! That's it. Be sure to follow us on all our social media platforms for more freebies and offers leading up to Opening Day. https://lnkd.in/gKsjXdsA