In between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, there’s a little nugget called Small Business Saturday. Since 2010, this day has been set aside to encourage holiday shoppers to buy from local vendors. El Paso is full of hidden gems perfect for finding unique gifts that will make the recipient feel special. You end up feeling special too since small businesses can dish out customer service unparalleled to large businesses. And products from local vendors are conversation starters. These positive conversations surrounding small businesses connect the community and while it may seem like just small talk, to a vendor, it means the world. Here are some ways you can help with the Small Business Saturday movement:
• Talk about your favorite products
• Attend local farmers and pop up markets
• Post, repost, share and tag your favorite vendors’ social media pages
• Keep your small local vendors in mind for your gift giving needs