Start a Business in the South Wedge

Resources

Starting a business can be overwhelming. There are several South Wedge resources to take advantage of:

  1. Get Information. Download and read the guide to starting a business in the South Wedge. Download now.
  2. Network with other Business Leaders. The Business Association of the South Wedge Area is a great place to network and connect with other businesses. There are several other benefits to becoming a member including discounted and/or free advertising in local publications, exchanging of services, and connecting with local resources. Read more.

Benefits to List Your Business on Southwedge.com

  1. Average 1,800 unique visits/month (as of 9/20/11)
  2. 5,800 page views (8/20/11-9/20/11)
  3. Average vistor views 3 pages. This means that if a visitor lands on Southwedge.com for another reason, a listing on southwedge.com has an increased opportunity to exposure.

Promotional Options

Facebook Status Updates

Notify BASWA of your next event to be included in the Facebook Page status updates. Average impressions per status is 700. This exposure can help drive traffic to your SW or Facebook page. Email Webmaster to get started

Blog

Writing a blog on SW.com can help provide organic results and an opportunity to tell a story. Blogs are an effective way to provide customers how-tos from seasonal gift ideas to awareness of your brand. Email Webmaster to get started

 

Voted “Best Neighborhood” in 2010

City Newspaper's annual Best of Rochester contest included the following South Wedgers: Boulder Coffee Company for Best Open Mic, Thread (Best Clothing Store), Best Bartender (Philip Rawleigh at Lux Lounge) and Best DJ (South Wedger Jon Herbert). Tap & Mallet on Gregory Street won Best Bar for Beer.