The Montana Small Business Development Center (SBDC), a program of Big Sky Economic Development, is proud to announce the launch of its 2024 Holiday Gift Guide. This initiative highlights unique products and services from local small businesses in Yellowstone County, encouraging the community to shop local during the busiest retail season of the year.
The Holiday Gift Guide will debut Monday, November 25th, the week of Thanksgiving and remain available through the New Year. Featuring 3-5 best-selling items or services from each participating business, the guide provides a curated selection of gift ideas alongside business details and exclusive promotions. Distributed digitally, it offers a convenient way for shoppers to support local entrepreneurs and make meaningful purchases.
“Shopping locally keeps money within the community, supports our small business owners, and sustains the vibrancy of our local economy,” said Kayla Vokral, SBDC Business Advisor and Training Manager. “Our Holiday Gift Guide is more than just a shopping resource—it’s a way to celebrate and support the incredible small businesses that make our community unique. By shopping local, we’re not only finding one-of-a-kind gifts but also strengthening our local economy and ensuring these businesses continue to thrive.”
This Holiday Gift Guide is made possible through collaboration with local businesses, ensuring a diverse range of offerings to meet every shopper’s holiday needs.
For more information or to access the guide visit: https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/resources/reports-publications/
About Big Sky Economic Development:
Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) is a public-private partnership. The Big Sky Economic Development Authority (EDA), the public agency, evolved from the Montana TradePort Authority launched in 1989 by the Yellowstone County Board of Commissioners. Big Sky Economic Development Corporation (EDC), the private business side, was started in 2002. Over 145 of the county’s top businesses are member-investor partners in the EDC. Together, the organization’s mission is to sustain and grow Yellowstone County’s vibrant economy and outstanding quality of life, by providing leadership and resources for business creation, expansion, retention, new business recruitment and community development. The Montana SBDC, a program of BSED, provides valuable resources and training to small businesses to foster growth and innovation in the region.