Phil Meyers discusses the business book Tuned In at 7:30 am, Tuesday, July 15 at Magers and Quinn Booksellers . This event is sponsored by the Metro Independent Business Alliance. An enhanced continental breakfast from Lucia's will be served at a cost of less than $10. Reservations requested.
Small business author event and breakfast
Independent Businesses Sweep City Pages' Best of the Twin Cities 2008
From Art Supplies to Seafood and from Books to Baby Goods, independent and locally owned shops dominated the 2008 City Pages Best of the Twin Cities awards. It only makes sense--you're not going to get an authentic experience and knowledgeable service at a Big Box store. MetroIBA members who won include:
Art Supply - Wet Paint Art
Bookstore (used) - Magers and Quinn
Children's Bookstore - Wild Rumpus
Baby Goods Store - Peapods Natural Toys & Baby Care
Fish market - Coastal Seafoods
CD Store (new) - Electic Fetus
Natural Foods Grocery - Mississippi Market
These are are businesses with a passion for independent thinking that sets them apart. See the MetroIBA member directory for more fiercely independent local businesses.
MetroIBA Networking Breakfast
Amore Coffee 917 Grand Avenue St. PaulQuestions? Call Kirk at Bank of the Lakes: 612-822-8395
2008 Annual Meeting
- Meet your MetroIBA Board, including the new members you have elected
- Socialize and network with other MetroIBA members
- Snacks and beverages will be served
$10 in advance
$20 at door
Green Lights & Red Flags – Rules of the Road for Advertisers
a MetroIBA partner event...
Event title: Green Lights & Red Flags – Rules of the Road for Advertisers
Sponsors: The Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau
Date: Thursday, April 24, 2008
Time: Registration begins at 8:00am – Adjourn at 3:00pm
Cost: $130 ($100 for BBB members)
Location:
Jan/Feb MetroIBA Newsletter
Click here to download the newsletter (PDF - 700KB)
Message from the director
MetroIBA launches BuyLocalMN.com
We're proud to announce the beta launch of BuyLocalMN.com, a new, free service for independent businesses, sponsored by the Metro Independent Business Alliance. BuyLocalMN exists to provide an easy, one-stop directory for Minnesotans looking for locally-owned, independent places to shop or find services.
Any independent business in Minnesota is welcome to sign up and submit a listing for free.
Passport Production Update
The Zingerman’s Experience Seminar
By Beth Bergman, Owner of Wet Paint and Founding Member of MetroIBA




