Name

First Name

Last Name

Tell Us About You *

1. What's your connection to Main Street?

I own/operate a local business

I'm planning to open a Main Street business

I'm a frequent Main Street shopper

I work in downtown development/city planning

I am a business partner to independent retail stores

I'm passionate about supporting local businesses

Other (tell us more!)

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2. How do you typically tune in to Main Street Matters?

While opening my store

While closing my store

During my commute or drive-time

While shopping locally

During downtown strolls

At home

At work

Content That Resonates *

1. Which stories have captured your heart so far? (Choose all that apply)

Success stories of local shops

Downtown revitalization projects

Tips for shop owners

Community event coverage

During downtown strolls

Historic preservation stories

Customer spotlights

Behind-the-scenes of running a store

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2. Our episodes are currently [30-50] minutes long. How does this feel?

Just right for my schedule

I'd love shorter episodes

I'd enjoy longer conversations

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3. What makes you keep coming back to Main Street Matters?

Real stories from store owners

Practical business advice

Community success stories

Local economic insights

Downtown development news

The sense of community

Help Shape Our Future Episodes *

1. What Main Street topics would you love to hear more about?

Creative merchandising and window display ideas

Collaboration between local businesses

Seasonal event planning

Balancing online and brick-and-mortar

Staffing sources and successes

Marketing on a local budget

Tools that I can use to help my business

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2. Who would you love to hear from on the podcast?

Long-standing Main Street store owners

New business owners

Local customers and their stories

Downtown development experts

Historic preservation specialists

Business and brand partners / vendors

Tools that I can use to help my business

Community leaders