“No Indie Left Behind” Becomes Official Policy

The Concord Indies (Concord Independent Business Alliance) announces its new membership policy and rates for the 2010-2011 season. Given the state of the economy and the Indies’ fervent wish to support local Independent businesses, the price structure has been adjusted: dues for Indie businesses will be a flat $75 for the year. “Last year, membership was an [...]

Another Great 4th of July

What a great annual event Picnic in the Park is, and this year was no exception. Music, food, local groups, child fun, athletics… this is part of hometown Concord’s delightful culture.  We not only love it, but when we find tourists who have somehow been lucky enough to drop in they often tell us this an [...]

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Concord Needs Indies

Concord is fortunate to have a strong, living local economy. One reason is that we have so many independent businesses. Many other cities and towns do not.

How do all these Indie businesses benefit entire our community? See 10 Reasons Concord's Homegrown Economy Matters to find out more. The Concord Indies want to continue to provide these benefits to the community; with your help, we can.

What’s a Concord Indie?

A business must fulfill ALL of the following:
• No more than 6 locations
• Minimum of 50% of locations in MA or within 100 miles of Concord
• Minimum of 50% of owners in MA or within 100 miles of Concord
• HQ in MA or within 100 miles of Concord
• Privately owned
• Owner(s) has full decision-making authority... To learn more, go here.

Become A Friend!

Anyone can join the Concord Indies as a Friend. We ALL make up the local economy, including residents, visitors and other consumers.
Your membership helps preserve our community’s character, prosperity and wellbeing. It promotes environmental sustainability, and keeps decision-making powers local. You’ll also help create local jobs at better wages, and keep local dollars in the community. Join us.

Retailers and More!

While retailers are our most visible members, we welcome all Indies, including manufacturers, service providers, restaurants and B&Bs, cultural institutions, healthcare practitioners, farmers and more.
We also are looking for Friends, Benefactors and Sponsors -- we are all part of the local economy and have a role to play!
Join us and help steward the rich heritage we all cherish in Concord.