The presence of unique locally owned businesses is one of the key amenities offered by downtown districts. These small businesses support the local sports teams, shop at local businesses and provide goods and services tailored to the local customer base. However, by virtue of being small, these businesses often face greater challenges getting started, getting the word out and capitalizing on growth opportunities. Fortunately, there are several tools available to businesses and the communities that support them, which can provide support and capital to sustain a strong local business climate.
In this three-part series, we discuss ways to support local busineses to sustain a strong business climate.
