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In MI DowntownAuthor: Michigan Downtown Association
In MI Downtown features impactful projects and programs happening in downtowns throughout the State of Michigan. IMD is a production of the Michigan Downtown Association. Language: en Genres: Government Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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In MI Downtown - Partner Focus - MI Retailers
Thursday, 19 February, 2026
In this episode, Dana Walker discusses the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) with Vic Veda and Burke Sage. They explore the benefits of MRA membership, including legislative advocacy, merchant services, and community engagement through initiatives like the Buy Nearby campaign. The conversation highlights the importance of supporting local businesses, especially in the face of challenges like e-commerce and gift card fraud. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to shift their spending towards local businesses and to utilize the resources provided by MRA.












