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In a new episode of our Main Street Business Insights podcast, host Matt Wagner sits down with Angela Mallett, founder of Honeybee Sage Wellness & Apothecary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In their conversation, Angela shares her intentional approach to growth, one that prioritizes community care and cultural healing over rapid expansion.
Visitor data is an essential tool for Main Streets to understand market forces and make strategic decisions. Learn how Saline and Lapeer, Michigan, are leveraging visitor data to recruit businesses and drive investment.
Strong boards build strong Main Streets. But how do you develop and sustain effective governance, shared leadership, and accountability structures? Our Strong Boards for Sustainable Leadership course is here to help! Get a jumpstart on your 2026 organizational goals with this transformative course starting January 14.
Get tools, templates, and strategies to foster board leadership. Photo by monkeybusinessimages
Created based on lessons learned through the Thriving Communities Program, this toolkit provides actionable guidance and case studies to help communities undertake successful transportation projects.
In this special roundtable episode, host Matt Wagner sits down with community leaders from Spruce Pine, North Carolina, one year after Hurricane Helene devastated their downtown. This episode provides insights on how Main Street leaders and business owners can learn how to be better prepared for disaster from others who have recently gone through recovery efforts.
Learn how Rock Hill, South Carolina, leveraged funding from the National Trust Community Investment Corporation to support a local children's museum.
Main Street America and American Express® are helping support local communities through the Amex Shop Small Grants Program. Beginning November 29, eligible small business owners can apply to receive up to $20,000 in funding.
Join us to celebrate small businesses and give back to your community during Plaid Friday, Small Business Saturday, Artist Sunday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday.
Stowe, Vermont. Photo by haveseen.
Tasha Sams, Director of Education, shares an exciting update about the next chapter for the Main Street America Revitalization Professional credential and what it means for you right now.
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Our Small Business Digital Coaching program helped small business owners in Cumberland, Shelbyville, Pikeville, and Beattyville, Kentucky, build their digital presence for long-term success.
