As competitive pressures continue to rise across U.S. industries, more small and mid-sized companies are adopting formal quality management frameworks, particularly ISO 9001, to strengthen operations,

Calabasas Saddlery owner Julie Lindberg says Small Business Saturday “gives us the opportunity to bring our horsey community together.”

Nationwide, 54% of shoppers are saying they plan to shop on Small Business Saturday and 65% says they are actively seeking out small businesses according to the latest survey for LendingTree.

Down by Bristol's waterfront, Hope Street is a hub for green spaces, cultural institutions and plenty of small businesses. Bookstores, bakeries, art galleries and antique stores are just some of the options for holiday shoppers to peruse.

As the holiday shopping season shifts into high gear following Thanksgiving, local businesses face mounting pressure to compete against major retailers and the convenience of online shopping

Orlando residents who want to support small businesses this holiday season will have the option Saturday to ride the MerryMobile — a new, free holiday shuttle that will take them across twelve neighborhoods including College Park, Thornton Park, SoDo and Ivanhoe Village to enjoy their shops, cafés, boutiques and eateries.

Local shop owners in Old Colorado City say Small Business Saturday is about more than sales. With holiday events, shared customers and a tightly knit business community, merchants are preparing for a day that strengthens connections and keeps their neighborhood thriving.

Small businesses across Springfield are preparing for the 14th annual Small Business Saturday, hoping holiday shopping will extend into the weekend.

Local businesses in Aiken are preparing for Small Business Saturday, encouraging consumers to shop small during the holiday season.