Main Street Mentor

Who is joining us at @diytourism March 17th & 18th in Asheville? We can't wait to see you there! diy2025 #diytourism2025 #diy25 #diytourism25 #diytourism #learntourism #tourismstewardship #destinationleadership #destinationprofessionals #tourismmarketing #destinationmanagement https://lnkd.in/eA4chk_5

?? Speed = Success in Business! At Main Street Mentor, we believe that money loves speed ????. Waiting for perfection can cost valuable opportunities. Instead, we advocate for prototyping solutions to create momentum and drive real results. ?? Imperfect action beats perfect procrastination! ?? What’s one step you can take today to move forward in your business? ?? Let’s talk about it! Share your thoughts in the comments. #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #MainStreetMentor #MomentumMatters

400 million visitors explored Main Street communities last year! This incredible foot traffic creates opportunities for deeper stakeholder engagement. But how do you manage it all while running your organization? Key Focus Areas: ? Stakeholder communication ? Member referral automation ? Community engagement Turn your happy members into MORE happy members with strategic engagement tools and support. #MainStreet #CommunityEngagement #LocalBusiness #MainStreetMentor

10,556 buildings rehabilitated last year! Each restoration represents countless stakeholder conversations, careful planning, and dedicated coordination. Main Street organizations are the masters of turning historic buildings into economic engines. We're here to help you: ? Engage stakeholders effectively ? Streamline communications ? Automate member outreach Because your time is better spent in the community, not behind a desk. #MainStreet #HistoricPreservation #CommunityDevelopment #MainStreetMentor

35,162 new jobs created in one year! Behind every number is a story of community transformation. Main Street organizations are the driving force behind this growth. But we know your time is better spent engaging with stakeholders than wrestling with administrative tasks. Quick Tip: Automated member referral campaigns can help you: ? Expand your reach ? Engage existing members ? Grow your community naturally Let's focus on what matters - creating economic opportunities in your district. #MainStreet #JobCreation #CommunityGrowth #MainStreetMentor

Did you know? 48% of Americans live in Main Street counties! For Main Street organizations, this represents both an opportunity and a challenge. How do you effectively engage with all your stakeholders while managing day-to-day operations? Our team helps you: ? Streamline stakeholder communications ? Automate member referral campaigns ? Turn happy members into advocates Because when your members succeed, your whole community thrives. #MainStreet #CommunityDevelopment #LocalFirst #MainStreetMentor

The numbers speak volumes: Main Street America's 2024 report reveals $107B+ in local reinvestment! As trusted advisors to Main Street organizations, we understand that every stakeholder interaction matters. Our team helps organizations save 12+ weeks annually, giving you more time to focus on what truly matters - building thriving downtowns. 2024 Impact: ? $107B+ reinvestment ? 35,162 new jobs ? 10,556 buildings rehabilitated Ready to get in front of stakeholders easier? Let's connect. #MainStreet #EconomicDevelopment #DowntownDevelopment #MainStreetMentor

?? Exciting News! ?? Main Street Mentor Founder & CEO ?? Josh Collins ?? is taking the stage at the DIY Tourism Conference to share insights on mastering tourism marketing! ??? Whether you're a destination, attraction, or tourism professional looking to level up your marketing strategy, this is the event for you! ?? When: March 17 - 18, 2025 ?? Where: Asheville, NC ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/eA4chk_5 Join Josh and other industry leaders to learn how to craft compelling visitor experiences that drive engagement and growth. Don’t miss out! #TourismMarketing #DIYTourism #MarketingStrategy #MainStreetMentor

Today, our founder and CEO, ?? Josh Collins ??, had the honor of speaking at the Go Natchitoches Awards, sharing his insights on "The Flywheel Effect: Transforming Places from Surviving to Thriving." With his deep expertise in branding, marketing, and community engagement, Josh delivered a powerful message on how collaboration and momentum can drive sustainable growth and revitalization in communities. During his keynote, he explored: ? The essential components of a vibrant community flywheel ? How to break down silos and foster cross-sector collaboration ? The shift from best practices to better practices for long-term success ? Strategies for overcoming cynicism and building trust ? The path from survival mode to a thriving, engaged community We are incredibly proud to see Josh bring Main Street Mentor’s mission to life—helping communities build momentum and thrive! Thank you to the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce for hosting such a fantastic event and to everyone who attended today’s inspiring session! ?? What resonated most with you from Josh’s keynote? Let’s continue the conversation! ?? #GoNatchitoches #CommunityEngagement #Placemaking #SustainableGrowth #MainStreetMentor #Leadership #EconomicDevelopment #Branding #FlywheelEffect

The team at Main Street Mentor had an incredible two days at Blizzard Reimagined, hosted by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development! ?? It was a great opportunity to stay on top of the latest trends and insights in tourism development across the state. From learning valuable industry knowledge to connecting with our partners, we’re leaving inspired and ready to drive new initiatives. ???? A big thank you to the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development for putting together such an enriching event. We’re excited to continue fostering relationships and working together to shape the future of tourism in Tennessee! ???? #TourismDevelopment #Networking #MainStreetMentor #TennesseeTourism #IndustryTrends #Partnerships