@theAMIBA

American Independent Business Alliance: We're Building a Strong Local Economy Movement

 Wayland, MA
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Joined November 2009
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If you are a seller on #Amazon's Marketplace or a small business trying to compete in this rigged economy, sign our letter to the @FTC and 19 states: smallbusinessrising.net/amaz…
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Amazon's monopoly tactics hurt sellers on their Marketplace, small businesses across the country, and consumers. FANTASTIC new video from @BusinessInsider featuring @ilsr's @stacyfmitchell, CA Attorney General @AGRobBonta, and Amazon sellers.
Stacy Mitchell
@stacyfmitchellOct 14
One reason prices are soaring: Amazon uses at least 3 different price-fixing tactics to compel competing retailers to raise their prices. How is that possible? This smart Business Insider video explains, drawing on evidence uncovered ahead of Amazon's upcoming antitrust trials.
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AMIBA@theAMIBA2 Oct 2023
Reason 1 | Arts Unify Communities. Read more: buff.ly/3ZF2WFN #chooseindieart #chooseindielocal #nahm @ArtsActionFund
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#BannedBooksWeek is here! Spread the word & learn more about this week dedicated to celebrating the #righttoread indiebound.org/banned-books-… All images © American Library Association. Banned Books Week is ® American Library Association. Let Books Be is ©2026 American Library Assoc.
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Ever wonder why your neighborhood doesn’t have a grocery store or pharmacy? The reason could be a sneaky lease clause used by big chains to keep competitors out — restrictive covenants. Join @ilsr on Sep 22nd for Locked Out — The Clause That’s Killing Your Main Street.
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SMALL BUSINESS SIGN ON LETTER: please join the hundreds of other independent businesses calling for accountability for Amazon. smallbusinessrising.net/amaz…

Take Action — Small Business Rising

smallbusinessrising.net
Lauren Gellatly@lauren_gellatlyAug 31
Hundreds of companies and 34 business associations have signed our letter urging 17 states & the @FTC to TAKE AMAZON TO TRIAL for monopoly harms. Small businesses are tired of weak settlements w/ no lasting structural change. Markets can't fix this. smallbusinessrising.net/lett…
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Public comment time!
Stacy Mitchell
@stacyfmitchellSep 8
1. The Small Business Admin wants to radically change the rules that decide which firms count as small businesses. It’s absurd to call a billion-dollar company small. But the bigger impact is what will happen to actual small businesses. This change will accelerate consolidation.
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CoPeace@copeaceAug 21
At SuperCrowd26, Craig Jonas moderates a conversation with Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, Brian Christie, Maria Springer, and Dana Sather Robinson on why the tradeoff is false — and what the data shows. Tue, Aug 25 • 6:12 PM ET • Free 👉 supercrowd26.com #GrowYourMoneyForGood
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ron knox
@ronmknoxJul 29
Three years ago, the FTC and 17 states sued Amazon over its monopoly abuse. Since then, Amazon’s abuse of its shoppers and exploitation of its sellers has only grown more brazen. Today, @ilsr has published a memo detailing Amazon’s ongoing harm to competition and consumers. 👇
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Brews & Boards THIS FRIDAY! - mailchi.mp/townebc.com/summe…
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We're celebrating INDEPENDENTS Month with @theAMIBA. Independent, locally owned businesses contribute to a healthy community and local economy. When you buy from a local, indie business, three times more money is recirculated into your local economy — the Local Multiplier Effect.
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mtg.fan@mtg_fan_ukJul 4
Great to welcome our @DannyVet and team for an evening of tabletop gaming with a brilliant Star Trek RPG 🖖 It’s also Independents’ Month, so here’s a big thank you to everyone who supports local independent businesses. #IndependentsMonth #LoveLocal #shoplocal #Winchester
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🚨FINAL LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 Speakers @NatashaJosette, @_WCCA Sally Young, One Million Women and Girls @HowardRReed, @NorthumbriaUni + TDC @nmcinroy, The Democracy Collaborative 📅 5 Jun | 2pm 📍Room CCE1-003, City Campus East BOOK your free tix now 👉 eventbrite.co.uk/e/broken-br…
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Business leaders have a unique chance to lead with dialogue, alignment and long-term economic focus. Join ASBN’s first BUILD Briefing, June 4, 4 PM ET, to align on nonpartisan strategies. Sign up & check yes for communications to get an invite: bit.ly/buildwithasbn
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If you are looking for safety gear like helmets and bike lights, then a local bike shop is a great place to start! If you live in the San Antonio area, consider checking out one of these local shops. #EndTheStreakTX #DriveLikeATexan #BikeMonth
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This #BikeMonth, let's get more people rolling. Together, we can show our neighbors and our leaders why making it easier and safer to be on a bike is so important to so many people. #HealthyLifestyles #GCPH
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Bike to Work Day 2026 was a blast! 🚲✨ From biking in with the community ourselves to sharing our work at pit stops, our staff had a great time highlighting how we are working to shape a more connected, sustainable Montgomery County! @BikeToWorkDay #BikeMonth #BTWD2026
A group of people with bicycles are gathered around a map on an outdoor table. The table has a blue cover with "Montgomery Planning" printed on it. The scene takes place in a plaza with trees and brick paving.

ALT A group of people with bicycles are gathered around a map on an outdoor table. The table has a blue cover with "Montgomery Planning" printed on it. The scene takes place in a plaza with trees and brick paving.

Two people are outside examining a map labeled "Master-planned bikeways in Wheaton." One person is pointing at the map, while another observes. A bicycle and trees are visible in the background.

ALT Two people are outside examining a map labeled "Master-planned bikeways in Wheaton." One person is pointing at the map, while another observes. A bicycle and trees are visible in the background.

A person in bright cycling gear stands next to a Montgomery County Recreation tent, engaging with a person holding a map. Various items, including brochures and water bottles, are displayed on a table in front of them. Buildings and a street are visible in the background.

ALT A person in bright cycling gear stands next to a Montgomery County Recreation tent, engaging with a person holding a map. Various items, including brochures and water bottles, are displayed on a table in front of them. Buildings and a street are visible in the background.

A person with a bike helmet is standing next to an information table at outdoor community event smiling at the camera next to a person manning the information table with a poster board of map next to them.

ALT A person with a bike helmet is standing next to an information table at outdoor community event smiling at the camera next to a person manning the information table with a poster board of map next to them.

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7:45am: Sitting in traffic on I-95 😤 -OR- 7:45am: Breezing down the bike lane, wind in your hair, thighs absolutely thriving 😎 Join in on Bike to Work Day on May 15th and don’t forget to log your ride on ConnectingVA 📲 #BikeMonth #BikeToWorkDay #ConnectingVA
Promotional graphic featuring a man in business casual attire—tan blazer, slacks, and a white helmet—riding a light blue bicycle on an urban sidewalk. He carries a large messenger bag. The background shows a city street with buildings. Bold colorful sticker-style text in the lower portion reads "BIKE TO WORK DAY." Heart and flower sticker graphics are scattered around the image. Blue starburst shapes accent the upper portion.

ALT Promotional graphic featuring a man in business casual attire—tan blazer, slacks, and a white helmet—riding a light blue bicycle on an urban sidewalk. He carries a large messenger bag. The background shows a city street with buildings. Bold colorful sticker-style text in the lower portion reads "BIKE TO WORK DAY." Heart and flower sticker graphics are scattered around the image. Blue starburst shapes accent the upper portion.

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🚴🏻 May is #BikeMonth! Did you know most trips by car are less than three miles? That translates to about a 20-minute bike ride. For #BikeMonth, think about biking the short distance. It is good for the environment, your health and your wallet.
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Thank you to everyone who came out for the Mebane Bike Rodeo & Community Ride last Saturday! 🚲 The Mebane BPAC & @MebanePolice loved helping register bikes, guiding riders through the obstacle course, and riding the 1.8-mile route through the scenic greenway! #BikeMonth
Group of adults and children posing with bicycles on a sunny day in a school parking lot.

ALT Group of adults and children posing with bicycles on a sunny day in a school parking lot.

Mebane Police Department officers engaging with children and adults under a black canopy tent during a community event.

ALT Mebane Police Department officers engaging with children and adults under a black canopy tent during a community event.

Family-friendly bike ride with children and adults on a sunny day along a tree-lined path.

ALT Family-friendly bike ride with children and adults on a sunny day along a tree-lined path.

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