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Places Blog2018-04-25T14:13:40-05:00

Top 10 ways for small businesses to engage with downtown events

One effective way for businesses to boost their visibility, connect with potential customers, and help their communities is by getting involved in downtown events. Downtown events can be fantastic opportunities for small businesses to foster brand awareness. Read More

July 21, 2023|Community Engagement, Marketing & Promotion, Places|Comments Off on Top 10 ways for small businesses to engage with downtown events

The flexible workplace trend can benefit downtowns

The pandemic forced a lasting transition to hybrid and work-from-home models, dramatically shifting downtowns’ daytime customer base. But communities are discovering that coworking spaces offer an important way for businesses to find and engage daytime workers downtown and keep Main Streets vibrant. Read More

March 13, 2023|Downtown Revitalization, Places|Comments Off on The flexible workplace trend can benefit downtowns

Transforming problem properties into economic opportunity

First impressions are important, and the face of your downtown has a huge impact on perceptions. If a district looks well cared for and active, people see it as vibrant and prosperous, encouraging customers to shop and businesses to invest. Read More

November 23, 2022|Downtown Revitalization, Places|Comments Off on Transforming problem properties into economic opportunity