Buy Local Spend Local is a turnkey, regional program that connects Credit Unions and their members to locally-owned businesses in their community, encouraging them to not only BUY LOCAL, but to also SPEND LOCAL by paying with their credit union’s debit or credit card for purchases. With consumers' heightened expectations of their financial institutions, there is a struggle to demonstrate value proposition to potential members and to grow membership. This unique program benefits local business owners, Credit Unions and their members. HOW IT WORKS Founder Canidae Consulting will build and manage a co-branded Buy Local Spend Local website and provide customized sales materials and training for credit union Branch Managers and Business Development Officers. The program features professionally-designed outreach materials, customized point-of-sale display items, a branded online marketplace and dynamic social media presence to KEEP LOCAL MONEY LOCAL. Canidae will also manage the ongoing relationship with participating businesses, coordinate their listing and special offers (if applicable) and assist with communications to sell additional marketing opportunities to listed businesses, providing additional income for credit unions through revenue sharing. Canidae can also help manage member marketing to increase awareness of the program, participation and spend on Credit Union’s cards. This includes creating promotional emails and other materials on your behalf, and crafting social media posts regarding the program. To learn more about the Buy Local Spend Local program, visit buylocalspendlocal.com.