Springfield-Branson National Airport to launch market for small businesses

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is giving small businesses in the Springfield area a new opportunity to sell their merchandise for the holiday season.

Beginning on Sunday, November 24, the airport will launch a program for small business vendors called “SGF Market” in time for the holiday season. Approved vendors will be able to set up booths in public areas in the airline terminal and sell their merchandise at the airport.

“Small businesses play an important role in the local economy, and our region has a history of small businesses growing into substantial corporations,” says Brian Weiler, the airport’s director. “The airport itself is an economic driver in this community, so it makes sense for SGF to create a space for small businesses to grow.”

The SGF Market program will take place on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays from the mid-morning to early afternoon — which the airport says are the busiest times for them.

“Our hope is that airport employees and travelers alike will welcome the chance to purchase last-minute gifts, a treat for themselves, or locally made souvenirs from the Ozarks,” says SGF Market Coordinator Joy Latimer. “We’re excited to give small businesses a chance to sell their products in the untapped market of the airport, as well as giving our visitors more retail options.”

Vendors who want to take part in the SGF Market program can apply on the airport’s website at http://www.flyspringfield.com/bizwithsgf .

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