What does the
Local Business Institute do?
Part think tank, part school, part national leadership, part training ground for local leadership, the Institute is home to local leaders from across the country. Through online and on-demand programs, special projects, distance learning, virtual and live conferences, lectures and events, we work to foster local, national and even global conversations around entrepreneurship and local economies. We bring substantial resources to entrepreneurs of all ages and stages.
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Tools we use: AI Platforms
I recently gave a speech at the SCORE Empower Summit thta included AI tools in marketing. In researching for my presentation, I developed a list of recommended AI platforms and their pros and cons. I thought this might be useful in your exploration of AI for your...
A Message From One Small Business Owner to Another
The politics of the day have called March 28 as a boycott big box and big corporations day. Politics aside, we thing every day should be a boycott big box and big corporations day! As we approach a time when consumer choices are under the spotlight, I want to take a...
The Power of Customer Connection
For many, the world is a little scarier these days. Personal connection is more important than ever as we find comfort in the gathering of friends and family. But customer connection is a superpower of small, local business. One of the many powerful assets we have as...
Spread the Word: Buzz Into Spring
Free 'Buzz Into Spring' social media campaign for you Spring is coming, I'm sure of it! As you schedule your social medis, be sure to include a few shop local messages. One of the ways the Local Business Institute works for you is providing social media campaigns...
Locally-owned, independent businesses are the backbone of our local economy and the foundation of communities’ unique culture.
Local business owners account for the bulk of the tax revenue that fuels any city. Our sheer numbers dictate our economic impact. Independent businesses employ the people, pay the taxes and create most of the growth that keeps our economies healthy. According to the...
Spread the Word: Love Your Locals
Free 'Love Your Locals' social media campaign for you One of the ways the Local Business Institute works for you is providing social media campaigns throughout the year. It's one less thing you have to do!. These are designed with the lower left corner open for...
