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<p>Supporting local businesses is not only beneficial for the local economy but also for building a powerful sense of community. </p><p>As neighbors, it is important for us to recognize the value that local businesses bring to our neighborhoods and actively support them.&nbsp;</p><p>Supporting our neighbors that are entrepreneurs and business owners will positively impact our community in many ways.&nbsp;</p><h3>1. Boosting the Local Economy</h3><p>When we choose our local entrepreneurs and business owners we are contributing to the overall growth and of our local economy. The business owners in the Norterra Business Alliance are committed to giving back to the community and making Norterra a wonderful place to live and raise a family. </p><p>The members of the Business Alliance are supportive of each other's business and collaborate to share knowledge to continually improve the customer experience. We want our neighbors and customers to always enjoy a 5-star experience. It is about building relationships with others, not just a business transaction. </p><h3>2. Personal Connections</h3><p>Shopping at local businesses allows us to develop personal connections and long-lasting relationships with the owners and employees.</p><p>These owners are your neighbors and invested in building a strong and vibrant Norterra community. </p><p>Local business owners and entrepreneurs provide personalized service and are more likely to go the extra mile to ensure you are a satisfied customer.&nbsp;</p><p>.</p><figure id="figure-12v4a4f8pbloejvkaz" class=""><img id="12v4a4f8pbloejvkaz" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1528698827591-e19ccd7bc23d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw2fHxsb2NhbCUyQnNob3AlMkJvd25lcnxlbnwwfHx8fDE2OTg3NzAxMzN8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="local shop owner" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1528698827591-e19ccd7bc23d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw2fHxsb2NhbCUyQnNob3AlMkJvd25lcnxlbnwwfHx8fDE2OTg3NzAxMzN8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h3>3. Strengthening the Community</h3><p>Supporting the local entrepreneurs and business owners of the&nbsp; Norterra Business Alliance will have a major positive impact to our community. </p><p>A major objectice of the Alliance is to give back to the community. </p><p>An Alliance that has strong support from the community will be able to sponsor local events, support local schools, sponsor sports teams, and contribute to local charities that help our community, like the neighborhood food bank.</p><p>The power of our local business community will help create a more vibrant and connected neighborhood.&nbsp;</p><figure id="figure-xgdnrepczloejvlsc" class=""><img id="xgdnrepczloejvlsc" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1527529482837-4698179dc6ce?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyM3x8Y29tbXVuaXR5JTJCZXZlbnR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk4NzcwMTM0fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="community event" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1527529482837-4698179dc6ce?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyM3x8Y29tbXVuaXR5JTJCZXZlbnR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjk4NzcwMTM0fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><h3>4. Job Creation</h3><p>Local businesses create employment opportunities within our neighborhood. Neighborhood business helps provide jobs for our high school and college students seeking part-time or summer employment. This is just another way that the members of the&nbsp; Norterra Business Alliance can give back and help create a vibrant community.&nbsp;</p><figure id="figure-9j89samcploejvmzm" class=""><img id="9j89samcploejvmzm" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1575663620136-5ebbfcc2c597?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw5fHxsb2NhbHxlbnwwfHx8fDE2OTg3NzAxMzZ8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="local" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1575663620136-5ebbfcc2c597?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw5fHxsb2NhbHxlbnwwfHx8fDE2OTg3NzAxMzZ8MA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><p>ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Richard Blair is the community manager for the Norterra Business Alliance and a local Norterra entrpreneur. Richard has lived in the Fireside community since 2014.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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The Importance of Supporting Neighborhood Business