Whether you’re new to the neighborhood or are a River Region native, connecting with the local business community is a great way to get plugged in! Here are our top tips for making it happen.
1. Join your local chamber.
This should be your first step. Joining your local chamber of commerce will help connect you with other business leaders in the community, provide you with helpful business resources, offer an avenue to share your news and events, and so much more!
2. Attend networking events.
It truly is “all about who you know,” and nothing will help you grow your business quicker than networking. The more connections you make, the more opportunities will rise. Networking will help you get your business’ name and mission out in the community
3. Always read the latest CentrAL INC!
CentrAL INC! is a locally-focused business journal covering Central Alabama’s business communities that offers practical business advice and helps you stay connected to what is going on with the local businesses. The topics in the publication, website, and newsletter will meet at the intersection of commerce and community to help you easily find movers and shakers in the industries you are seeking.
4. Host a free class or workshop.
Share your expertise! If your business offers a service or practices a sure-fire way of doing something that may be helpful to other local businesses, host a free class or workshop and spread the word through your local chamber and CentrAL INC!
5. Have a good local SEO presence.
It is so important that your business is able to be found easily via web search. Making sure you have a good local SEO and have claimed your Google Business Profile will help locals find you!