Community Spotlight: West Boulevard Neighborhood Coalition in Charlotte, N.C.
Learn how this organization is uplifting business owners and preventing displacement.
Charlotte, NC © Pixabay
As Associate Manager of Content and Communications, Marta is responsible for identifying storytelling opportunities, researching and writing articles and resources, and amplifying the work of Main Streets across the nation using our website, social media platforms, and newsletters.
Prior to joining MSA in 2022, Marta worked with Historic New England, the National Park Service, and the National Trust for Scotland. Marta received her BA in History from Cornell University and her MLitt in Scottish History from the University of Glasgow in Scotland. She is passionate about livable cities, community storytelling, winter sports, and her pet rats.
Contact
Email: molmos@mainstreet.org
Phone: 312-610-5606
Location: Vermont
Articles & Publications
Main Spotlight: Understanding the Parking Debate
Parking is a challenging problem for many Main Streets. We explored the arguments for and against free parking, and a method for conducting an inventory of parking in your downtown.
Miami, FL © Matt Alaniz
Exploring the Meaning and Impact of Small Business Saturday Across the Main Street Network
Small Business Saturday is an important opportunity to show your support for local businesses. We asked business owners across the network what your support means to them.
Laramie, WY © Laramie Main Street Alliance
Main Spotlight: Meet Three Women Leading Main Streets and Small Businesses
We spoke to Kirsten Gjesdal, Andrea Zwiebel, and Stephanie Burden to learn more about the intersections of Main Street leadership and small business ownership.
© Kirsten Gjesdal
Main Spotlight: A Walk Down Main Street for National Pedestrian Safety Month
In big cities and small towns, people face increasing danger when navigating communities on foot. As advocates for connected and walkable downtowns, Main Streets have a crucial role to play in increasing pedestrian safety.
Lansing, Michigan © Lansing 5:01
Main Spotlight: Exploring the 2023 Summer Intern Projects
Learn how Majd Alsaif, Celeste Constancio, and Leilani Commons supported Main Street America this summer.
Community Spotlight: Cajun Linen Night with Thibodaux Main Street
Celebrate summer in Louisiana—Cajun style!
© Abbigail LaCombe
Main Spotlight: 7 Unique Main Street Business Concepts
From a cat cafe to a computer repair shop and museum, check out these innovative small businesses from across the Main Street network.
© Historic Valley Junction