Santa Fe Study Highlights Benefits of Shopping Local Independents
The small, unique shops and galleries of Santa Fe, New Mexico, are losing ground to the national chains, according to a recent study of independent businesses conducted by the consulting firm of Angelou Economics. Commissioned by the Santa Fe Independent Business & Community Alliance (SFIBCA), among others, the study found that "independent businesses comprise a higher share of Santa Fe's economy than the national average." To read the study click here: www.santafealliance.com.
The eighth annual celebration of Small Press Month this March gives independent booksellers the chance to highlight the values they share with independent publishers -- promoting individual and original expression. "Let Every Voice Be Heard!" is the theme of this year's festivities organized by the Small Press Center (SPC) and the Publishers Marketing Association (PMA).