November 18, 2011 at 12:02 PM

Greetings!
 
The biggest shopping season of the year is just around the corner – what an excellent time for us to be reminded of the importance of supporting our local businesses!
 
WHY should we support small business?
Small businesses create jobs; did you know that if just 1 in 3 small businesses in the US hired an unemployed worker, we could put an end to unemployment?
 
HOW can we support small business?
NOW is the time to make a conscious effort to support retail stores, artists, microenterprises, and other small businesses by purchasing goods and services locally. After all, these businesses are owned by our family, friends, and neighbors. If we commit to patronizing our local small businesses, they can continue to grow and create jobs right here in the Merrimack Valley. 
 
This holiday shopping season, make a conscious effort to …
 

HOW does the Small Business Assistance Center support small business?
Here at the Center, we have proudly provided technical assistance for the last 12 years, helping small businesses strengthen, expand and grow to create jobs in the Merrimack Valley. In fact, studies show that investments today in business development equates to long-term survival as 80% of small businesses that receive technical assistance are still in business after five years. Be sure to check out our upcoming workshops and give us a call if we can support your business.   

Sincerely, 
 
Stacie Hargis
Director 

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