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EscucharTrabajamos en colaboración con miles de socios locales y líderes de base de todo el país que comparten nuestro compromiso de fomentar la prosperidad compartida, crear economías resistentes y mejorar la calidad de vida.
Formadas por pueblos pequeños, comunidades de tamaño medio y distritos comerciales urbanos, las miles de organizaciones, personas, voluntarios y líderes locales que componen Main Street America™ representan la amplia diversidad que hace que este país sea tan singular.
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Join host Matt Wagner as he welcomes David West, director of Premier Retail Marketing and chair of South Australia Main Street, based in Adelaide, South Australia.
Join host Matt Wagner as he welcomes David West, director of Premier Retail Marketing and based in Adelaide, South Australia. David is a leading expert in commercial district management and a key figure behind Australia’s Main Street movement, as chair of Main Street South Australia. In this inaugural international episode, Matt and David explore the nuances of Main Street revitalization, comparing approaches and challenges faced by small businesses in the U.S. and Australia.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Introduction to David West: Discover David’s journey from managing shopping centers to becoming a pivotal player in the Main Street movement in Australia.
- Main Street Movement in Australia: Learn about the evolution of the Main Street movement, including the pivotal role of Victoria and the establishment of Main Street Australia.
- Success Stories and Challenges: Hear about the various models of Main Street organizations in South Australia, including their partnerships with local councils and business associations.
- Marketing and Economic Development: Understand how Main Streets in Australia compete with shopping centers and the importance of effective marketing strategies.
Further Reading:
- David West’s Book: Main Street Management: Successful Retail Strategies
- Main Street South Australia: Learn more about the initiatives and programs being developed to support Main Streets across Australia.
Connect:
- Follow David West on LinkedIn for insights and updates on the Main Street movement in Australia.
- Stay tuned for more episodes exploring innovative strategies for small business success on Main Street.
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Conclusion:
This episode is a rich conversation about the interconnectedness of communities, businesses, and local initiatives. Tune in to explore how lessons from South Australia can inform the future of Main Streets everywhere.
Join us next week for more insights into the evolving landscape of Main Street business.
Acerca del podcast Main Street Business Insights
Cada semana, Matt Wagner, Doctor en Filosofía, viaja por todo el país y se sumerge en los viajes personales de los emprendedores del centro y de los barrios. Historias que con demasiada frecuencia pasan desapercibidas. Conozca las formas innovadoras en que estos negocios de Main Street han superado la adversidad, ya sea iniciando una nueva empresa o manteniendo vivo un negocio de varias generaciones, y los consejos que tienen para otros sobre cómo mantener sus negocios en marcha. Main Street Business Insights es impulsado por Main Street America.