Board Spotlight: Local Stories from the Board of Directors
John Mitterholzer, Deshea Agee, Michael Wagler, Chris Wilson, and Mary Helmer Worth share stories from their time at the local level and how those experiences shape their perspectives today.
Marion, Iowa © Tasha Sams
We work in collaboration with thousands of local partners and grassroots leaders across the nation who share our commitment to advancing shared prosperity, creating resilient economies, and improving quality of life.
Emporia, Kansas © Emporia Main Street
Made up of small towns, mid-sized communities, and urban commercial districts, the thousands of organizations, individuals, volunteers, and local leaders that make up Main Street America™ represent the broad diversity that makes this country so unique.
Chicago, Illinois © Main Street America
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Waterloo, Iowa © Main Street Waterloo
Your one-stop-shop for all the latest stories, news, events, and opportunities – including grants and funding programs – across Main Street.
Kendall Whittier — Tulsa, Oklahoma © Kendall Whittier Main Street
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Mark your calendar to join us at the 2026 Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Save the date for the 2026 Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma, from April 13 – 15! It’s never too early to start making plans to join your peers and place management experts from across the Main Street network for three days of insightful education sessions, network-building opportunities, and immersive mobile workshops.
📅 Mark your calendar for April 13 – 15
🎫 Check out registration rates and deadlines
🏨 Preview conference hotels and rates
💡 Explore this year’s themes and schedule at-a-glance
🧰 Start making your case to attend with our toolkit
👀 Keep an eye out for registration opening in December