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Local businesses are the heart of vibrant communities.

We’re here to power their success. 

We help local independent businesses who want:

Resources

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Community

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Our community needs businesses like yours

We believe local, independent businesses are the hallmark of distinct, vibrant communities. Unlike franchises and national brands, they often lack extensive resources and are building something without a guidebook.

You need an organization like us

We’re here to provide the connectivity, advocacy, resources, and exposure that local businesses need.

What We Do
Why We Do It

We are InUnison, an organization of independent businesses that know - we are stronger together.

We are innovative, resilient, and deeply connected to our community. As the only organization solely dedicated to preserving and advancing local businesses in the Richmond region, we create a unique space where every business can truly thrive.

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If you're on a tight budget, you can start for free.

Learning Lab

Access free & skimmable learning articles all curated with the local business in mind. Delivered straight to your inbox weekly.

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Local Certification

When you join, we verify that your business is locally owned and independently operated. You’ll receive a sticker to display and be added to the Find Local directory.

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Community

Access to our online community of nearly 1,000 other local business owners and team members to connect & share ideas.

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More on Joining for Free

If you're ready to invest in your business - we can help accelerate your progress.

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Mentorships

Connect one-on-one with a seasoned business leader for trusted advice and guidance. Our mentors are active business owners, ready to share their expertise to help you succeed.

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Roundtables

Join our small, curated cohorts of 5-6 local business team members, facilitated by InUnison for long-term collaboration. Experience the power of intentional pairing and continuous support to drive your business forward.

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Exclusive Events

Each quarter, we host a range of educational, networking, and informative events. The best part? These events are typically included in your membership fee.

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What Our Members Say

Catherine Cary, Owner of Bremo Pharmacy

 "Seeing how business owners in our roundtable, despite being in very different industries, often share similar struggles has been truly enlightening. It's been incredibly refreshing to share experiences and brainstorm solutions to our challenges together." About...
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Jason St. Peter, Think

InUnison is managed and operated by some of the most caring and thoughtful humans you’ll ever meet, which naturally lends itself to their highly active member network. They value and support small businesses of all types and I’m confident Richmond is a better place...
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Steve Rosser, CEO of Gelati Celesti

"Attending InnovateLocal was a game-changer for our team. The insights we gained have continued to influence our development strategy and foster a culture of innovation within our company. Thanks to InUnison, we're more equipped than ever to delight our customers and...
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