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Christmasworld, Paperworld and Creativeworld 2014: The Perfect Platform for New Ideas Destined to Catch On

Today, retailers wanting to sell their goods must surprise, inspire and persuade their customers and thus create sustainable links to them. For the traditional specialist retailers with products from the fields of festive decorations, paper,... more »

Sherman Says: Small Business Saturday Should Be a Weekly Routine for Local Shoppers

Buffalo, NY - The retail marketplace has evolved a great deal in the last decade, with more and more consumers opting to place orders online or direct all of their dollars to “big box” stores,... more »

How to Thrive On and Beyond Small Business Saturday

In between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting local small businesses. The movement has inspired thousands of Americans to shop locally and it’s making a big impact.... more »

Start Shopping Local Now, Ahead of the Holiday Rush

Elizabeth City, NC - Now that Halloween has passed, we look forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas — coming quickly within the next few weeks. Christmas trees are already on display as merchants work to get... more »

Sherman Says: Small Business Saturday Should Be a Weekly Routine

Hamburg, NY - The retail marketplace has evolved a great deal in the last decade, with more and more consumers’ opting to place orders online or direct all of their dollars to big box stores,... more »

Small Business Saturday 2013: A Neighborhood Affair

Last year, consumers spent a whopping $5.5 billion on Small Business Saturday. It was a big victory for the movement and for participating independent businesses, but they're not stopping there.According to retail expert and Small... more »

Port Alberni Residents to be Rewarded for Shopping Locally During Christmas Season

Port Alberni, BC - Port Alberni shoppers will be rewarded this holiday season for shopping locally.Area businesses have been asked to make a donation that will be used to reward those who choose to spend... more »

‘Neighborhood Champions’ Rally Support for Small Business Saturday

With less than a month to go, small businesses across the country are starting to gear up for Small Business Saturday, one of their busiest days of the year.To help businesses prepare for this year's... more »