February—the month of love and affection—is not just reserved for romantic relationships. It's also the perfect time to rekindle the flame with something equally significant in your life: your small business. As a mom who has experienced the profound journey of motherhood four times over, I can't help but draw parallels between nurturing a business and nurturing a family. Just as with marriages … [Read more...] about Falling in Love with Your Small Business Again: A February Affair
Social Media Trends in Marketing: What to Watch for in 2024
In the dynamic world of marketing, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. As we step into 2024, let's explore the social media trends that are set to shape the marketing landscape. 1. Video Continues to Dominate Video content has been and remains a powerhouse in marketing, and this trend is only set to grow. According to SocialPilot, In 2024, video content will make up for 82% of the … [Read more...] about Social Media Trends in Marketing: What to Watch for in 2024
Chilling Challenges: Navigating Frigid Business Seasons
Here in Iowa, the Midwest's freezing temperatures are hitting hard, evoking major déjà vu from my early business days. I remember the struggle when customers wouldn't brave the cold, impacting sales and leaving us business owners scrambling for solutions. It’s not so different from the summer months when lightning would strike during a farmers market, drenching my products. There have been … [Read more...] about Chilling Challenges: Navigating Frigid Business Seasons
$1 million for small businesses: Iowa company Member Marketplace Inc. hits sales milestone on shop local e-commerce platform
MARION, Iowa. (Oct. 17, 2023) - Member Marketplace Inc., an Iowa-based company and creators of a national network of shop local e-commerce marketplace websites that includes the statewide Shop Iowa platform, has achieved a significant milestone of processing $1 million in online sales for small businesses. This accomplishment highlights the company's dedication to supporting and empowering small … [Read more...] about $1 million for small businesses: Iowa company Member Marketplace Inc. hits sales milestone on shop local e-commerce platform
Promoting and supporting local businesses: New online platform from Member Marketplace makes it easier than ever for communities
News Release Promoting and supporting local businesses: New online platform from Member Marketplace makes it easier than ever for communities Software fosters connections between local small businesses and residents to prioritize a 'Support Local First' mindset Reaches communities through chambers of commerce and other member-based organizations MARION, Iowa (Sept. 20, 2023) - Member … [Read more...] about Promoting and supporting local businesses: New online platform from Member Marketplace makes it easier than ever for communities