Have you ever wanted to start your own business? Starting a business is a very exciting time for many entrepreneurs. Deciding where to start your new business can be a difficult decision. As a new business owner, there are plenty of tasks that need to get done before opening day. Finding the right place to start your business can be helpful, providing a community of people who make the experience easier. A local advertising agency is a part of this helpful community that will benefit your new business. Partnering with a local advertising agency will help spread the word about who you are and what your business does.
Starting Your Business in Auburn
Auburn, Alabama is ranked in the top 75 best places to start a small business. Small towns allow small businesses to thrive because the businesses tend to be more well known throughout the community. Many entrepreneurs are encouraged to start their businesses in Auburn because of the positive atmosphere in the area. Throughout the iconic Toomer’s Corner, you can find college students, young families, and even older alumni roaming downtown Auburn. Here are the many perks of starting a business in the Auburn area:
1. Influx of People
Because Auburn is located only 90 minutes from Atlanta, which is home to one of the largest airports in the world, it is able to help your business grow. Therefore, many people make day trips through Auburn to stop and experience the well-known local businesses. Because it is home of Auburn University, there are many people coming and visiting throughout football and basketball seasons. The university and greek life organizations offer parent weekends which creates a lot of hustle and bustle throughout Auburn. Auburn has a great growth turnover which allows new businesses to flourish.
2. Great Community
Auburn University is known for having a positive atmosphere. This positivity radiates throughout not only the university but the entire town of Auburn and Opelika. Whether it is seeing girl scouts selling their cookies on Toomer’s Corner, or young families enjoying Samford lawn on a sunny day, Auburn has a great atmosphere to live in.
3. Prime Locations to Start Your Business
Downtown Auburn
If you are catering towards a younger audience, you might want to consider opening your business in downtown Auburn. Because the housing around downtown is mostly student housing, the businesses receive most of their business from college students and their families when they visit.
Downtown Opelika
Away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Auburn is downtown Opelika. Downtown Opelika is only about 15 minutes away from Auburn and caters towards an older audience. Many people retire in the area because they enjoy the southern lifestyle. Downtown Opelika is less crowded and a favorite spot for the locals. Your business is sure to flourish in the historical town of Opelika.
Tiger Town
Tiger Town is between Auburn and Opelika and contains many chain retail stores and restaurants. If your business is suited for a mall setting, this location is great for your business!
Partnering with a Local Agency
An advertising agency will be very helpful when creating a new business in a new town. Partnering with a local agency will allow you face-to-face meetings with the company unlike partnering with a large firm.
Some of the many ways advertising agencies can help your business includes website design, social media management, and creating your brand. Creating the brand is very important because this helps customers understand what you do and why you do it. Agencies can help in a multitude of ways and partnering with the right agency will help bring success to your new business!
How We Can Help
At Auburn Advertising, we want to be a partner in your new business. Because we are local, we are able to create personal relationships with each of our clients. We will truly be able to cater to your personal wants and needs. There is a variety of services that we offer to each of our clients and we work with you to determine the best course of action for your business. Contact us today and start the road to success for your dream business!
