The overwhelming majority of retailers are small businesses, with more than 98 percent of all retail companies employing fewer than 50 people. Read the latest news to see how small retailers contribute to their communities and the economy and browse resources for small businesses.
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Retail on Main Street SmartBrief
A subscription-only weekly digital news publication bringing retail entrepreneurs important insights and news stories to help them run their businesses, including connecting with customers, managing money, monitoring industry trends and spurring growth.
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Small Business Retail Council
The SBRC represents and is responsive to the needs and interests of local shops and provides NRF’s small business members a forum to discuss the most pressing public policy priorities.
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Privacy legislation poses looming threat over Main Street businesses
Small retailers would be vulnerable to “drive-by” lawsuits under the American Privacy Rights Act.
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CEO of Dominion Jewelers on the secret to small business success
CEO Sergio Rojas says the retail destination focuses on celebrating life’s special moments and building community.
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A conversation with 2022 America’s Retail Champion Margaret Barrow
Retail Gets Real Episode 345: The founder and CEO of It’s NOLA talks about advocating for small businesses.
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