Shop Staten Island - A New Online Marketplace for Small Businesses
Now, more than ever, customers are relying on online stores to purchase goods of all types. But for many small businesses, setting up an online store is overwhelming and expensive. Fortunately, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce just made it a lot easier – and free.
The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of Shop Staten Island, our new online marketplace exclusively for Staten Island businesses.
The new site – www.statenisland.shopwhereilive.com – allows Staten Island’s small businesses to create their own personal online storefront, which will contain a business description, details (address, phone number, website, etc.), pictures, and, of course, items for sale. With many businesses struggling in today’s challenging economic climate, the e-commerce store is a wonderful opportunity to expand sales and reach more customers.
And, for a limited time, the Chamber of Commerce is offering storefronts on Shop Staten Island to all qualifying small businesses on Staten Island for free. Simply visit Shop Staten Island and click “Start Selling” to get started. This offer expires on June 1, 2021.
“The Chamber knows many businesses have changed the way they do business since the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope local businesses take advantage of this new opportunity with Shop Staten Island,” said Chamber President and CEO Linda Baran. “The Chamber believes that this new online store is a great way for businesses to reach new customers plus generate revenue during the holiday season and all year long.”
“Our online store provides a simple way for shoppers to tap into “local finds” from the comfort of their own homes. As always, the Chamber encourages everyone supporting our small independent stores. ,” Baran said. “During these trying times, it’s more important now than ever to keep these businesses in business. Let’s show them we care. Spend money at your favorite local business this holiday season – whether you shop in person, online or simply pick-up, it will be worth it!”
Staten Island consumers can follow news and new product listings on the Shop by visiting the Shop Staten Island or by visiting the Shop Staten Island or Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Facebook pages.
During this turbulent time, it is so important to shop small and shop local. Shop local today with Shop Staten Island!