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  1. charlotte nc skyline in winter

    Why local ownership matters when the goods are imported

    Most small businesses can’t escape global supply chains. Here is why local ownership still keeps more of your money in Charlotte.

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    • local ownership
    • independent business
    • charlotte economy
    • creative economy
  2. Camp North End in Charlotte, NC

    How Camp North End makes room for local businesses

    Camp North End in Charlotte uses percentage rent to give local businesses a fair shot. Here is how it works.

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    • Camp North End
    • Charlotte
    • local business
    • commercial rent
  3. LearnLocal founder in Charlotte, NC

    Why LearnLocal exists

    LearnLocal is a free app that steers your spending to independent local businesses. Here is why I built it and how it works.

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    • mission
    • independent business
    • Underground Market