Pursuing a thriving local business economy, vibrant community organizations, and environmental stewardship.
We have created:
- A Membership Program that furthers our members' commitment to attaining local economic independence.
- A Network of Local Organizations to facilitate the sharing of ideas among local business leaders.
- Program Status at Vital Communities to help us achieve our goals effectively and efficiently.
- A Commitment for both businesses and individuals to help them realize the benefits of thinking Local First.
Local First Alliance Steering Committee
- Terry Appleby, Hanover Consumer Coop
- Liza Bernard, Norwich Bookstore
- Jake Blum, Systems Plus Computers, Inc.
- Marty Candon, Ledyard National Bank
- Paul Gross, Designer Gold
- Ashley Hetrick, DHMC
- Terry Martin, Mascoma Savings Bank
- Jennifer MacMillen, Village Green Publishing
- Hannah Putnam, Echo Hill Farm
- Allan Reetz, Hanover Consumer Coop
- Richard Schramm, University of Vermont
- Rob Schultz, Cover Home Repair
- Joanna Whitcomb, Dartmouth College Planning
We are looking forward to:
- A Dynamic Website with a searchable directory to assist citizens and organizations in locating local options.
- A Business-to Business Network to keep business purchasing dollars flowing within the local region.
- Events to showcase local businesses and organizations.
- Community Education opportunities, such as "Independents' Week each July.
- Greater Awareness of the financial, social, and cultural benefits of acting Local First.
Become a Member
Because Community Matters
