The second DTR Merchant Meetup was held Thursday, December 8 at the Rogers Lowell Chamber. Twenty merchants attended along with representatives from the City of Rogers and Chamber. This gathering provides merchants the opportunity to come together, support one another and collaborate on opportunities. 

What happened: The second DTR Merchant Meetup was held Thursday, December 8 at the Rogers Lowell Chamber. More than a dozen merchants attended along with representatives from the City of Rogers and Chamber.

• Merchants shared their challenges, successes and opportunities to help and support one another. This continued collaboration will provide memorable shopping experiences in DTR that add economic impact and enhance our quality of life.
• The group covered upcoming events, plans and promotions coming to DTR to improve communication.
• Skylar Rutherford, marketing communications manager for the Rogers Lowell Chamber, shared tips for maximizing social media presence for small businesses.
  
  
• CLICK HERE for Skylar's Social Media Tips for small businesses.  

Why it matters: Small businesses are important to the success of our community. They help define our community’s identity and reflect our character. Navigating how to build and a grow your business is not meant to be a solitary expedition and the Chamber is there for support.

• The Chamber and DTR merchants saw a great opportunity to collaborate by convening once a month to support one another.

What’s next: Local business owners are being strategic and mindful in their response to change by interacting with their neighbors on a business and personal level. This will build a stronger Downtown Rogers community.

• Retail Buying Trends will be shared by Jon Allen, Founder, CEO at Woodridge Retail Group during the Thursday, January 12 Go Downtown Rogers Merchant Meetup, an email to [email protected] or call 479-619-3195 if you would like to attend. 

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