As the organizers of the 10th installment of the UPP ‘Small Business Pull-Up’ gear up to launch this milestone event, Dr. Cleon Athill, the Candidate for St. Paul is excited to welcome the initiative to her community on Thursday October 27th from 6am – 6pm.
This special production is on the community calendar as part of Antigua and Barbuda’s Independence celebrations. It will combine the ‘Our St Paul’s Community Farmer’s Market’ which is staged on the last Thursday of every month, with the ‘Small Business Pull-up,’ which is typically held on Saturdays.
“We believe that by combining these two community-based events, we can highlight the important role that small businesses play in driving the economy while promoting the culture, connections and pride in the community. Our vendors will also benefit from new patrons and additional exposure,” said Dr. Athill.
Since late August, the ‘Small Biz Pull-Up’ has provided ongoing support to small businesses throughout various communities. Dr. Athill, a well known community organizer, will conduct a “walk through” of the Farmer’s Market with UPP Political Leader and representatives from the Party’s Executive, between 2pm and 4pm.
“The UPP is proud to support small businesses and we look forward to experiencing the unique hospitality that the St. Paul’s community has to offer. As we celebrate our Independence, let us focus on strengthening our small businesses. They symbolize hope and strength in the community but unfortunately, many are struggling in a difficult economy. I know that the vendors will welcome the additional sales and exposure that will come out of this joint initiative,” said Harold Lovell, UPP Political Leader.
Lovell also endorsed the pairing of ‘Our St Paul’s Community Farmer’s Market” and the ‘Small Business Pull-up,’ as an ideal opportunity to share the UPP’s Small Business Agenda for Development and Growth, with patrons and owners of small establishments. More than 30 community small businesses will be represented at this event. For further information Tel: 464-5051 or 774-3463.
