Tips for Holiday Shoppers to Support Local Merchants on Small Business Saturday – Alaska Business Magazine

SBDC helps encourage Alaskans to support small businesses through its BuyAlaska initiative, particularly its online directory.

”Shopping locally is an investment in both the people we care about and the long-term success of our economy,” says Katie Nave, BuyAlaska program manager. “Small Business Saturday reminds us that the future of our communities lies in our hands. Every dollar spent with a small business circulates through our local economy, creating new opportunities and building a future that reflects Alaska’s unique values and creativity.”

SBDC estimates that every purchase—no matter the size—helps keep 63 cents of every dollar spent in the local economy, compared to just 22 cents when shopping with a national chain.