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.

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