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A large group of graduates of the small business coaching and training program SpringGR will provide a one-stop shop for last-minute Motherâs Day gifts this weekend.
Thirty SpringGR alumni businesses will be at The SpringGR Alumni Vendor Expo at Woodland Mall, 3195 28th St. SE, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. They will be selling products including baked goods, gift baskets, skin care products, clothing, accessories and more.
âThe COVID-19 pandemic has been tough for small business owners and entrepreneurs,â said Attah Obande, SpringGRâs director of dream fulfillment. âAt SpringGR, we provide support and teach skills that empower people to navigate times of unforeseen challenge like the one weâre in. The event this weekend is an opportunity to support over 30 local businesses that have learned, grown and are finding ways to thrive in todayâ�