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Small Biz Salute and Giveaway!

May 11, 2015
 This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SmallBizSalute #CollectiveBias

If you’ve been following for any time at all, you know I am a HUGE supporter of small businesses.  Specifically mama-owned and run endeavors like Joleen Pete Photography and Painted Earth Skincare.  Both of these amazing women are close friends of mine and true Amazons.  They run their successful businesses while also being moms, wives, and true friends.  I am amazed by them, so when I heard about the Small Biz event hosted by The UPS Store in Atlanta I had to go! 
 It was an eye opening evening in which I really got to appreciate all of the sweat and tears that go into owning a small business.  There were numerous speakers, from the President of the Southeast chain of The UPS Stores, to the owner and brainchild behind King of Pops.  The bottom line?  Small businesses are the back bone of our economy and by supporting them, we’re supporting our own country’s growth.  So next time you have the choice between a big name and a small biz?  Support Small!  
I must add the UPS Store knows how to throw an event.  Photo booths, delicious food, and sangria?  My kinda party!  But what I really appreciate is their love and support of small businesses.  And to show their support, we’ve teamed up for a $100 The UPS Store giveaway!  Enter below.  Must be 18+ and a U.S. resident to participate.

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  1. Meaghan at Cook. Craft. Love. says

    May 11, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    I run my small business out of my house and send so many samples and thank you cards in the mail that I just bought a postal scale this past weekend! This gift card would be SO helpful in purchasing supplies! Thanks for the awesome giveaway 🙂

  2. Stacey Greene says

    May 11, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    My favorite small business to support is Ed McKay's used books! I love books and I love recycling so it's perfect :]

  3. David Dial says

    May 12, 2015 at 4:01 pm

    That event sounds like it was a lot of fun! We support local businesses by shopping at farmers markets on the weekends! #client

  4. Holly E says

    May 12, 2015 at 9:36 pm

    I like to support my local health store. They have lots of vegan, organic, and gluten free items that I love.

  5. Kristen says

    May 13, 2015 at 1:18 am

    Their is a wonderful local family owned & run breakfast spot we like…good food and local people.

  6. Kristen says

    May 13, 2015 at 1:18 am

    Their is a wonderful local family owned & run breakfast spot we like…good food and local people.

  7. lil_lady_dz says

    May 13, 2015 at 3:34 am

    My favorite small business is our downtowns antique store, they always have the neatest and unique finds. I love to support them cause they are family!

  8. Natalie says

    May 13, 2015 at 5:31 pm

    My favorite small business in my city is a local bakery called Wuollet Bakery. They make the MOST tasty cakes in the world and the staff is friendly.

  9. Bridgett wilbur says

    May 13, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    I love are local bakery Pats..They have been around for years and they are great people ..and yummy bread.

  10. Ann Fantom says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:54 pm

    The small business I like to support is the family owned deli that is right around from my house because of the awesome personal service they provide.

    abfantom at yahoo dot com

  11. steve weber says

    May 14, 2015 at 2:37 am

    I support this upcycle designer resale clothing shop.. she does a ton of donating to the less fortunate.

  12. mmstarla says

    May 14, 2015 at 3:06 am

    This is so awesome. Supporting small businesses is so important! I have been supporting a good friends fitness business lately because it's how she puts a roof over her 4 children. She is a dear friend and a wonderful instructor!

  13. clc408 says

    May 14, 2015 at 10:29 am

    I like to support the local garden and plant store because they have nice stock and good service.

  14. Fizzgig says

    May 14, 2015 at 3:31 pm

    My favorite small business to support is the family run raw milk dairy in the next city over. They're the sweetest family and I wholeheartedly support their mission to offering such a wonderful, healthy, incredible product. Also, my darn pinkie finger jumped up and hit the enter button before I was halfway through typing my instagram name. (Yeah, I don't know what happened either. LOL!) My instagram name is fizzygig. Oops!

  15. DeAndre says

    May 14, 2015 at 10:58 pm

    I thought this was an excellent article. Wish i had known about the event because i own a small non-profit. I EDUCATE. EMPOWER. ENCOURAGE tween girls about their transition to womanhood. Being an entrepreneur is hard work but i love girls and it fulfills my purpose knowing Im giving back.

  16. Lisa Ehrman says

    May 14, 2015 at 11:11 pm

    My favorite small business to support is a local health food store.

  17. Linda Kish says

    May 15, 2015 at 12:37 am

    There is a local natural pet food store that I go to. The owner is very personable. He always gives you great service as do his other employees. And his costs are reasonable. I like the natural foods he carries and he gives great suggestions when your pet is having a problem of any type.

  18. Heather D. says

    May 15, 2015 at 2:31 am

    I like to support the local farmer's markets. It decreased pollution from shipping in products and supports natural and healthy eating.

  19. Marilyn says

    May 15, 2015 at 3:16 am

    My favorite small business is the Bauble Patch — it's a small jewelry/clock/gift store in the neighborhood. There have nice items that are priced a little higher than I could get online but I think it's important to support local business.

  20. Holly Thomas says

    May 15, 2015 at 11:46 am

    Our local flower shop, because they do a awesome job!

  21. wigget says

    May 15, 2015 at 11:56 am

    my kids' after care program because they care for our kids

  22. Ellen says

    May 15, 2015 at 3:13 pm

    The Claddagh Restaurant because their food is delicious!

  23. Sydney says

    May 15, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    My favorite small business to support is a little health food store in the town I grew up in. The owner is the most wonderful person you will ever meet.

  24. Elle says

    May 15, 2015 at 5:02 pm

    I like a small business bakery near me that makes amazing cakes and pastries. They deserve my business and recommendations to others because their product is fantastic.

  25. Dana Feldman says

    May 15, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    I love to support "local" small businesses, that way the money goes back into my community! I am Jewish and I love to patronize the small local Jewish Kosher shops, I feel better about putting the money back into my community!

  26. Preston Chapman says

    May 15, 2015 at 10:23 pm

    My favorite small business to support is my local hardware store.

  27. Puffy Biggles says

    May 16, 2015 at 1:55 am

    My favorite small business to support is my mother's Etsy shop because she's my mother and I like to help her out. Thanks for the giveaway!

  28. Denise Tigner says

    May 16, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    My favorite Small Business to support is my Mom's – She creates and sells handmade hats, scarfs and gloves along with some seamstess work.

  29. Tammy Woodall says

    May 16, 2015 at 7:02 pm

    My favorite Small Business I like to support is called Budget Boutique, because a portion of the profits to go the local Women's Shelter.

  30. Jessica Menster says

    May 16, 2015 at 10:01 pm

    My parents have a small business in our rural community called Crop Services Inc. They assist all of the farmers in our area with their needs. I like to support them because they are providing a necessary service to our area and the world!

  31. Leah Meray says

    May 17, 2015 at 2:07 am

    My husband owns his own small business so of course I support that!

  32. Birdie Bee says

    May 17, 2015 at 4:20 am

    My favorite small business where I live is ReStyle which is a clothing exchange store which I love that clothes that aren't being used by one individual will and can be used by others.

  33. tannawings says

    May 17, 2015 at 5:32 am

    My favorite small business to support is actually our loccal farmers market. I love supporting the local economy and the local growers and bakers. I loove the fresh food and how friendly yhey are.

    ellen beck on form

  34. Denise says

    May 17, 2015 at 3:55 pm

    I like to support our local restaurants, especially the ones that aren't national chains.

  35. Douglas Houston says

    May 17, 2015 at 4:05 pm

    MACS Industrial Supply, they have friendly personal service.

  36. Whitney says

    May 17, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    My own Etsy shop! Very small vintage shop, but I have a lot of fun with it.

  37. Anonymous says

    May 18, 2015 at 4:16 am

    There is a pack n ship called The Postal Shoppe in Rockford, Il owned by a man who served 20 years in the Army. He is always collecting and donating his own money to ship packages to the troops overseas. We always ship from there. Rosanne rosans4@comcast.net

  38. Cynthia Dawson says

    May 18, 2015 at 12:39 pm

    I recently moved, so I don't know too many of the local business here, but I have always been a bog supporter of the gift stores in my area. They have great selections of unique items!

  39. Emily Endrizzi says

    May 18, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    My favorite small business to support is a local pet store whose name escapes me at the moment. Lol.

    • Emily Endrizzi says

      May 18, 2015 at 1:13 pm

      Oh, and why…I love to support this store because they have really great products and get a lot of competition from larger, chain stores.

  40. Amanda Sakovitz says

    May 18, 2015 at 5:12 pm

    I love my local cupcake shop because its delicious and they have beautiful cupcakes.

  41. Stephanie Larison says

    May 18, 2015 at 8:31 pm

    The local donut shop. The people inside are always so nice and everything they make is great quality.

  42. Thomas Murphy says

    May 18, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    I like to support the small flower shop in my town because they have nice stuff and are nice people!

    rounder9834 @yahoo.com

  43. Laurie Murley says

    May 18, 2015 at 9:36 pm

    we have small green houses in our area and I visit them reguarly

  44. susan1215 says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:23 am

    There is a local gift shop that I go to often and I support.

  45. annemarie562000 says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:36 am

    I go to a restaurant that is family-owned and operated! I go there because I like the people and the food!

    annemarie562000(at)yahoo(dot)com

  46. MichelleS says

    May 19, 2015 at 2:21 am

    We support small business when eating out, this lovely rustic restaurant. There really aren't many small businesses other than online or the eateries.

  47. laurasloves says

    May 19, 2015 at 2:54 am

    My favorite small business to support is our local Farmers Market. It consists of about 8 farmers in our community who come together once a week. I like supporting our community as they are always there to support those in need. They make you feel like you are part of a family.
    Laurie Emerson
    lauraemerson17 at yahoo dot com

  48. Laurie Nykaza says

    May 19, 2015 at 3:29 am

    Dragonfly a garden shop run by amazing people that then support helping the community and fund raising fro great causes too.

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