Shop Small to find unique things, while supporting your local economy In the 1920s and 1930s, cities and towns from the Appalachians to the Pacific Northwest had a busy shopping district, with independently owned businesses like shoes stores, clothing stores, jewelers, barbershops and other establishments serving the locals. A couple decades later, in the 1950s, […]
Category: Local Business
Cash-Strapped After Hurricane Irma, Local Businesses including Jet’s Pizza Receive Surprise – ABC News
Our Town America Surprises Deserving Hurricane Irma victims ABC Action News (October 2017) – Hurricane Irma is expected to cost the US an estimated $172 billion worth of damage – including the devastating spoiled food product and revenue losses suffered by countless local restaurant owners in Florida. Power outages shut down restaurants all over town […]
Clearwater Marketing Firm Grows
83 Degrees Media (October 2017) – The 45-year-old Our Town America, a marketing firm that targets new movers, has moved its headquarters into 44,000-square-feet of office space in Clearwater — and is making plans to hire 15 to 20 additional staffers. “I’m anxious to get them in here and give them an opportunity to grow with […]
How These 99 CEOs Create A Great Work Culture
If you want your employees to stay and thrive, a healthy work culture is essential Huffington Post (October 2017) – Companies are always looking to improve employee retention. Every employee represent an enormous investment on behalf of a company and when a good employee leaves it can be a big blow to a company’s […]
Our Town America Moves to New Headquarters
Nation’s Premier New Mover Marketing Franchise Opens Brand New 44,000 Square-foot Facility in Clearwater, FL, Launches Search for 15-20 Employees PRWeb (October 2017) – Our Town America, the nation’s first and fastest growing new mover marketing franchise and one of Tampa’s largest and most successful franchise companies according to the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s […]
Now offering POS integration
PMQ Magazine (October 2017) – Every new resident who moves to your town is an opportunity for a new loyal customer. With 45 years of running an industry-leading New Mover program, Our Town America’s data shows this to be true. “It’s the bread and butter of what we do,” says Steven Sgroi, director of sales. “When […]
Our Town America stands for Hurricane Harvey victim – CBS Houston
Deserving Hurricane Harvey victim Surprised with nearly $3,000 Check CBS Houston | Texas (October 2017) – After Hurricane Harvey destroyed her Houston home, Lucia Flores, a Mexican immigrant and single mother of two, has been desperate for a miracle. And on Tuesday, October 3rd, she unexpectedly received thousands of dollars from an unexpected source. Our […]
Our Town America’s Franchisee Success Series: David Cox, Phoenix, AZ
David Cox is thriving in the Valley of the Sun as the proud owner of a pair of Our Town America franchise locations. He opened his first location with Our Town America, the nation’s fastest growing new mover marketing franchise, in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. Hard work, a dedicated staff and perseverance allowed Cox […]
Why Send Targeted Postcard Mailings During the Holidays
Now is the time to develop a targeted postcard mailing plan for the upcoming holidays. The fourth quarter is vital – a make or break time that includes football season, Halloween, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. What you do to ensure a strong showing during peak buying season is up to you, but targeted postcard mailings are sure to grab the attention of buyers. […]
Evolving Paper Coupons into a New Mover Goldmine for 45 Years
Right now, thousands of moving trucks are crisscrossing the country, hauling furniture and other belongings to new locations. Summer means making “the move” for many single professionals, couples, and families, so they have the time to get used to their new homes before the job and/or school year starts. During that all-too-critical time when new movers are actively searching for new go-to restaurants, grocery stores, dry cleaners, hair salons, etc., what’s the best way for local businesses to reach them first in ways that cultivate long-term relationships? […]