Shop Iowa E-commerce Platform Announces Third Annual Shop Iowa Day Special Deals to Celebrate and Support Iowa Small Businesses
October 9, 2024 (MARION, IA) – Shop Iowa, a statewide e-commerce marketplace initiative of the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA), is excited to announce the third annual ‘Shop Iowa Day’ on October 9, 2024. This day is dedicated to celebrating and supporting Iowa’s small businesses by offering exclusive promotions to consumers. Shop Iowa Day shines a spotlight on the incredible range of local products from businesses across the state, just in time for the holiday shopping season.
Launched in August 2020, Shop Iowa continues to be a vital resource for small businesses across the state. The platform offers a convenient way for Iowans and beyond to shop local, serving both businesses with an existing online presence and those new to e-commerce, with help and support from Member Marketplace, Inc., the Iowa-based small business team behind the platform’s management.
“Shop Iowa allows us to champion local businesses while making it easier than ever for consumers to discover and support them,” said Debi Durham, director of IEDA and Iowa Finance Authority. “Through this marketplace, businesses in all 99 counties have gained new opportunities, and the positive economic impact is undeniable.”
Shop Iowa Day 2024 will feature a variety of sitewide deals, ranging from clothing to home decor, giving shoppers the perfect opportunity to support Iowa’s local businesses. Special promotions include:
- 30% off sitewide purchases using a coupon code available on October 9.
- A chance to win a $500 Shop Iowa shopping spree or one of two pre-Shop Iowa Day Giveaways through social media.
- Limited-time discounts from small businesses statewide.
- A $5 Shop Iowa gift card for every $25 gift card purchased.
- Free shipping offers by select businesses, plus local pick-up where available.
Promotions will begin at 6:00 p.m. on October 8 with early access deals for Shop Iowa email and text list subscribers, and continue throughout the day on October 9 until 11:59 p.m. Shoppers can also sign up for text alerts to receive real-time updates on the day’s deals and unlock an exclusive 30% off discount on an order.
For more information and to shop the best of Iowa’s small businesses, visit ShopIowa.com.
About Member Marketplace, Inc. Member Marketplace, Inc. creates e-commerce and member connection marketplace websites for local communities, empowering organizations to promote their businesses online in a unified way. Member Marketplace provides comprehensive support to businesses that sell and list offerings on the platform, making it easy for small businesses to implement and manage. To learn more, visit www.membermarketplaceinc.com.
