Jun 9, 2025 | InnovateLocal 2025, Learning Lab
Innovation doesn’t happen by accident. It begins with a mindset—one rooted in curiosity. For local independent businesses, curiosity can be the secret ingredient that fuels fresh ideas, creative solutions, and new ways to engage customers. Yet it’s often overlooked or...
Jun 4, 2025 | InnovateLocal 2025, Learning Lab, Uncategorized
At InnovateLocal 2025, we’re closing the day with two live, real-world case studies from local founders who have done just that—rethought the way they operate, deliver value, and grow. These aren’t big corporations or startup tech giants. They’re independent,...
Jun 3, 2025 | InnovateLocal 2025, Learning Lab, Strategy & Operations
What Does “Rethinking Your Business Model” Mean? A business model is how your company creates, delivers, and captures value. It includes who your customers are, what you sell, and how you make money. Rethinking your business model means looking at each of these...
May 27, 2025 | Learning Lab, Marketing & Growth, Strategy & Operations
Let’s Be Honest About Innovation We all want to innovate. We want to evolve, grow, and get ahead of the curve. But running a local business means juggling a lot—and “innovation” often feels out of reach. Here are the 3 most common roadblocks we hear from local...
May 22, 2025 | InnovateLocal 2025
Nancy Thomas, President/CEO at InUnison Innovation isn’t just for big tech or well-funded startups. For independent business owners, it often comes through small, practical changes that make a real impact.In a fast-changing world, adaptability is essential. That...
