Makers & Merchants Matchmaking

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DO YOU NEED FUNDING?
Schedule a meeting to discuss your business’s funding needs. Whether you are a startup, have been in business for a while, or need capital for operating, inventory, equipment, or whatever, this meeting will help you explore the options available to secure the necessary funds. Schedule time to start the discussion on what it will take to obtain the financial support your business requires.

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MEET WITH A BUYER FROM BRIGHTER DAY
Schedule an initial meeting with a buyer from Brighter Day Natural Foods Market. They consistently lead the way in their industry, offering innovative products and valuable insights that help customers eat well, stay healthy, and live happily. If your products fall into categories like food, beverages, hair, or body care, or are wellness products made from local and sustainable materials, this could be a great opportunity for you.

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MEET WITH A BUYER FROM THE ST. JOSEPH’S CANDLER HOSPITAL GIFT SHOP
Schedule a meeting with a buyer from the St. Joseph’s/Candler Hospital Gift Shop, which offers a curated selection of unique, high-quality items, from wellness products to handcrafted jewelry and home décor. As a key destination for both patients and visitors, the shop values community connections and supports local artisans. This is a great opportunity for local makers to showcase their products to customers who appreciate the personal touch and distinctive character of locally made goods.

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PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR BUSINESS WITH BUSINESS INSURANCE
To ensure comprehensive protection for your business, it is essential to schedule a meeting with an experienced insurance agent who specializes in commercial insurance. This meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss various insurance options and strategies tailored to your specific business needs. Engaging with an insurance expert will help ensure that your business is well-protected against unforeseen risks and liabilities, providing you with peace of mind and financial security. Additionally, having appropriate insurance coverage is a critical requirement for participating in distribution and supply chain opportunities. Whether you currently have insurance coverage or not, it is important to initiate this conversation early to ensure you meet all necessary requirements.

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DISTRIBUTION/SUPPLY CHAIN OPPORTUNITY
Schedule an initial meeting with this key contact to provide you with the opportunity to start developing crucial relationships that are necessary for preparing your business to sell to major networks. Engaging with these representatives can help you navigate the processes and requirements needed to get your products into major distribution networks, big-box stores, corporations, and large organizations. This initial meeting will be a critical step in building the relationships and understanding necessary to successfully sell your products to these significant retail outlets.

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MEET WITH A BUYER FROM SAVANNAH TASTE EXPERIENCE
Schedule an initial meeting with a buyer from Savannah Taste Experience. Authentic Southern flavors and locally crafted goods from local artisans in Savannah and the Lowcountry. They are locally owned, operated, and beloved. Their store is truly one-of-a-kind.

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LEARN HOW TO SELL TO ENMARKET
Schedule an initial meeting with EnMarket to learn how to become a vendor. At EnMarket, vendors are partners in creating success. Enmarket supports and grows mutually beneficial relationships built upon trust, dependability, and respect.

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LEARN HOW TO SELL TO MARMALADE CLOTHING STORES
Schedule an initial meeting with buyers from MARMALADE Clothing apparel and accessories stores, with a total of 3 locations across the country. An opportunity to gain more exposure for your products. Marmalade celebrates individuality, expression and personal style by encouraging customers to invest in clothes and wear them in whatever way makes them feel amazing. They believe fashion is fun. Join them on a journey for the love of clothes, accessories, and yourself.

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LEARN HOW TO SELL TO LOCALLY MADE SAVANNAH
Schedule an initial meeting with the buyer from Locally Made Savannah. Celebrating the more than 300 local artisans in Georgia’s oldest city is Locally Made Savannah, a collective in the heart of the historic shopping district.

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MEET WITH A BUYER FROM THE COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY
Schedule an initial meeting with a buyer from the Coastal Heritage Society. They manage purchasing for more than six distinct gift shops, including Old Fort Jackson, Savannah Children’s Museum, Harper Fowlkes House, Pinpoint Heritage Museum, Georgia State Railroad Museum, Gray’s Reef Ocean Discovery Center Gift Shop, and the Savannah History Museum.

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MEET WITH A BUSINESS ATTORNEY TO LEARN HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS
Schedule an initial meeting with a business attorney to protect your business because legal guidance is crucial for navigating the complex landscape of business regulations, contracts, and liabilities. An attorney can help ensure that the business is compliant with all relevant laws, safeguard intellectual property, draft solid contracts, and establish liability protections. By addressing potential legal issues proactively, a business owner can prevent costly disputes, avoid regulatory penalties, and secure the long-term success and stability of their business.

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