Local
News, information and ideas related to local, independent small business. Includes the shop local, buy local movements, along with programs that support local food producers and restaurants.
Featured Resources for Local
How Beauty Salons Are Small Town, Small Business Incubators
Beauty salons are hidden business development assets in small towns — and big cities.
Top 10 Small Business Friendly States and Cities of 2015
According to an annual survey by Thumbtack.com, the most small business friendly state and city in the U.S. are the state of Texas and the city, Manchester, N.H.
Why an Amazon Drive-thru Grocery Isn’t a Threat to Small Business
Amazon is reportedly testing a drive-thru grocery store concept. Is it ripe for success?
Here’s Why 93% of Shoppers Prefer Small and Local Retailers
Even in this era of shoppers shifting their purchasing preferences online, a new survey reveals that 93% of shoppers prefer local and small retailers over large, national chains.
Google Adds “Place an Order” Feature to Mobile Search Results Page
Google users searching for nearby restaurants that deliver will be able to click a button and initiate the order without leaving Google’s search page.
Best Cities in the U.S. to Start a Business (2015)
Ranking of the best (and worst) cities in the U.S. in which to start a business (2015).