Main Street Atmore announces implementation of AL Spark program
Published 8:57 am Friday, January 24, 2025
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Main Street Atmore officials Jan. 23 announced the implementation of AL Spark, an initiative of Main Street Alabama, and supported by the Small Business Administration.
According to Main Street Atmore officials, AL Spark is designed to give a boost to emerging and growing businesses in designated Main Street Alabama communities across the state.
AL Spark will serve Main Street Atmore through three programs — livewire (business development), illuminate (marketing grants) and bright ideas (business pitch competition).
Livewire offers business development and training resources, equipping local entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive. Illuminate provides business marketing grants, ensuring local businesses shine bright in the marketplace. Bright Ideas encourages innovation through a business pitch competition, fostering creativity and collaboration among community members.
The following businesses completed the online marketing courses and will receive an AL Spark Illuminate marketing grant of $1,000, thanks to the resources provided by Main Street Alabama and the Small Business Administration:
- Atmore Farm & Garden
- Hawt Mess Boutique
- The Publican
- K&N Sugar Shop Sweets & Treats
- Nancy’s Etc.
- Primrose Children’s Boutique
- Southern Gifted
- Trace Patrick Apparel
Main Street Alabama President and State Coordinator Mary Helmer Wirth echoed her excitement for the program and said, “We are absolutely thrilled to introduce AL Spark, Igniting Main Street Alabama’s Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs. This vibrant new initiative is dedicated to igniting the potential of small businesses and entrepreneurs in Alabama. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Small Business Administration for the grant, which enables us to uplift small businesses in our designated cities and foster a vibrant local economy.”