Independent we stand

Independent We Stand is now united with the Local Business Institute

Independent We Stand has united with the Local Business Institute

Two great organization have united to promote local business and healthy local economies through Shop Local marketing, education for local business and programs designed to support local business communities throughout the nation.

We are honored and humbled to accept the opportunity of carrying the message and followers of Independent We Stand forward. The legacy of Independent We Stand is in good hands with LBI as we embrace its programs and followers, who have a new home with LBI. Read More.

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TAKE THE LIVE LOCAL PLEDGE!

Your Choices Can Change Your Community. Take The Live Local Pledge. Make the choice to shop local and support locally-owned businesses. You can help make a difference in your community!

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IWS: A LOCAL LEGACY

Independent We Stand leaves a rich legacy of supporting and promoting the Shop Local Movement. We are honored to carry on the tradition. Learn more about Independent We Stand.

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LOCALFIRST COMMUNITY

The LocalFirst Community welcomes all local businesses and organizations supporting them. The LocalFirst Community has much to offer. We invite you to take a look.

PEOPLE HAVE SIGNED THE PLEDGE

Small businesses are the heartbeat of your neighborhood, the spine of your local economy and the spirit of your town.