Friends of Main Street

Many great companies provide services to Main Street retailers, but they can be challenging to find, and it might be hard to know who to trust. Check out our Friends of Main Street Network to find quality companies providing the services needed to help transform your business.

Services

  • Do you feel like your store needs a fresh new look? Work with one of our graphic design and branding partners to create a new logo, slogan, or color palette that will make your store feel brand new!

    See Design & Branding Partners

  • An effective e-commerce website can allow your store to reach new customers beyond your community, but it can also feel daunting to set up and manage. These companies can help you develop your e-commerce platform and strategy.

    See E-Commerce Development Partners

  • Understanding how to plan your finances is difficult but essential to being a great retailer. Work with some of our financial friends to better understand how to manage your finances throughout the year.

    See Financial Planning Partners

  • You want your store to attract customers and reflect who you are. So whether it's a whole new look or ideas on giving your store a pop, our friends can work with you on your interior design needs.

    See Interior Design Partners

  • Knowing what and how much you have in stock and when to purchase more can be a very time-consuming and frustrating part of being a retail owner. Contact one of these organizations for help with inventory management systems!

    See Inventory Management Partners

  • Looking through contracts and understanding legal-ese only comes naturally to some people. But thankfully, some firms specialize in helping small businesses navigate the finer points to ensure you're making the right decisions for your business.

    See Legal Partners

  • Using a “Live” platform can be a great way to sell products quickly, reach new customers, and engage with your regulars. Learn from one of our live virtual selling partners how to capitalize on this format easily and effectively. 

    See Live Virtual Selling Partners

  • You must market yourself well to stand out from the crowd and reach new customers. And good marketing takes time to develop. Work with one of our friends to jump-start your marketing campaign and bring in new customers!

    See Marketing Partners

  • Knowing how to run an effective business is one of the more challenging aspects of owning a retail store. Connect with one of our retail education partners to discuss some of the challenges you face and get guidance on how to run your business better.

    See Retail Education Partners

  • A successful retail operation starts with a good location and a favorable lease. So whether it's your first or fourth store, our retail real estate partners can help educate you and guide you through what you need to know when looking for retail space.

    See Retail Real Estate Partners

  • An effective social media presence can allow you to connect with customers worldwide, but it can also feel like a daunting and ever-changing game. Learn from one of our social media partners how to increase your presence.

    See Social Media Partners

  • Great visual merchandising can attract customers and help sell products. But it takes a lot of work to do well. Contact one of these merchandising experts if you'd like tips and help to display products better within your store.

    See Visual Merchandising Partners

We are Looking for New Friends

Interested in featuring your business on Heart on Main Street and providing services to small retailers?