Why We’re Shopping Local This Holiday Season – and You Should Too!
Small businesses embody everything we love about our city: their ability to create something out of nothing, operate with passion and attention to detail, foster community, and keep our dollars local is nothing short of amazing. At Women of Cincy, we know firsthand the work, care, and love that goes into these businesses because we’ve spent so many hours telling the stories of the faces behind the counter. So trust us when we say, SHOPPING LOCAL MATTERS. Read on to hear from the folks who make it work every day, and visit womenofcincy.org/uplift to view our directory of women-led products and services!
Compiled by Women of Cincy staff. Photos provided.
How do small businesses enhance communities?
Cereal Box Studio
Small businesses are the future of the economy! Because we control our own budgets, we control our own business practices. As business owners, we have the power to cultivate common interests and abundant relationships, lead with heart energy, and co-create the offerings we need.
Galia Collaborative
We are the heartbeat of our communities and have the opportunity to deeply know and uniquely address the needs of our neighbors.
Anchor Wellness
Being a small business means we get to make decisions based on what is best for our clients, providers and community while staying true to our professional beliefs and aspirations. Getting to experience access to the most amazing support group there ever was- the Cincinnati small business community – is just the icing on the cake.
Why do you love being a small business?
Be the Light Clinical Supervision and Consulting
Be the Light loves being a small business because we are able to help our community access mental health services, fight the stigma of mental illness through education, and advocate for people who are from where we are from.
Katie Schneider Photography
One of the things I love most about being a small business is the opportunity to get to know my clients, provide them exceptional service, and make sure they are happy. This is why people choose to shop local – they want that personalized experience and the attention to detail.
Wondercade
I have a strong connection with my customers, my employees, and the community. We're part of what makes our neighborhood vibrant and welcoming. Trying new things and lifting up other local businesses through the choices we make on vendors to use and products to carry is important to me.
Fibonacci Brewing Company
It allows us a great opportunity to connect with our local community and tailor our products and programming to their needs. Our goal is to always stay small and know the customers we serve!
Larrison Photography
I love getting to know our clients and working with them year after year! I love developing relationships that are lasting with our clients and capturing key moments in their lives!
Why does shopping local matter?
Wave Pool
We have so much incredible talent in Cincinnati! Artists, craftspeople, and makers of all types are in beautiful abundance in our community. Shopping locally, especially during this season, is the most rewarding way to support creatives in our city!
Black Career Women's Network
Shopping locally is EVERYTHING! It's the best way to have a one-of-a-kind experience and foster pride in your community.
Check out UPLIFT: A directory of women-led products and services here!
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