Fall 2009

Cater to the Conscientious Consumer By Barbara Scofidio

Article Resources

Here’s a list of resources you can consult to implement a successful “Buy Local” campaign in your town:

American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA)
Resources for starting your own independent business alliance.

Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE)
Research and case studies to back up the benefits of local first.

3/50 Project
Place the free Members Badge on your website homepage and they will add your company to their comprehensive list of supporters, complete with a reciprocal link back to your site.

10 Percent Shift
Visit their website and pledge to shift 10 percent of your spending to local independently owned businesses.

Barbara Scofidio

Barbara Scofidio is co-owner of noa jewelry, fine handcrafts & gifts in Groton and West Concord, MA, featuring the work of 200 local artists. She is also co-founder of Nashoba Local First and a steering committee member of the Concord Independent Business Alliance.