Small Business Resources

Order Sweepstakes 2026 Promotion Materials Today!

If you would like to order Sweepstakes Cards or Posters for this year’s campaign, email Paula Harrington, Oakland County: harringtonp@oaklandcountymi.gov

Promote on Social Media

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 @AdvantageOak
 @AdvantageOak
#OaklandCounty
#LocalGemOC 

SAMPLE POST
NOVEMBER 1-30, 2026:  You could win $1,000 during Local Gems Sweepstakes.  Submit an original selfie taken at an #OaklandCounty small businesses you consider to be a “local gem.” Each different business you submit increases your odds of winning. Entry form at: oaklandcountymi.gov/ShopSmall. #LocalGemOC #ShopSmall #SmallBusinessSaturday

Digital Tool Kit

AMERICAN EXPRESS SMALL BUSINESS MAP

If you accept the American Express Card at your small business, make sure you are on their business locator map:

The Shop Small Resource Hub

Also, you can order Shop Small Decals and other promotion items from American Express.

Small Business Support

Business Finance Corporation (BFC): If you are looking for long-term, fixed-rate financing for the acquisition or construction of fixed assets, please contact the BFC at:
financialservices@oaklandcountymi.gov | 248-858-0765 | Oakgov.com/BFC

Oakland Thrive: If you are looking for a variety of small business resources, training, and support available to you through Oakland County, please contact Oakland Thrive at:
info@oaklandthrive.org | (248) 602-0040 | OaklandThrive.org

SHOP SMALL & LOCAL CAMPAIGN SPONSORS

Genisys Credit Union | Main Street Oakland County | Oakland Thrive

CAMPAIGN ORGANIZER

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