About Us
For Locals, By Locals
Welcome to Shop Local El Paso – For Locals, By Locals! We are a dedicated online marketplace created to bring our local community closer together and support small businesses in El Paso. As outdoor markets become more challenging during the winter season and events start winding down, we wanted to provide a new and exciting way to keep our local economy thriving. Our solution? A virtual marketplace that showcases the incredible talent and unique products crafted right here by our neighbors.
Our Mission
Shop Local El Paso was born from a passion for supporting local entrepreneurs and a desire to keep the spirit of community alive, especially during challenging times. Our goal is to create a platform where local vendors can easily showcase and sell their products directly to customers, all without the hassle of setting up a physical booth. Here, we’re bringing local small businesses together under one big virtual tent to foster growth and connection across our community.
What We Offer
Our platform provides an opportunity for vendors to create their own online store at no cost. Each shop can feature business or personal details, product images, descriptions, and a "buy" button for customers to make purchases directly. Shop Local El Paso is designed as a one-stop-shop where customers can explore and find all the unique local goods they love, from handmade crafts to specialty products. By connecting customers with local artisans, we’re helping businesses grow and making it easier than ever to support the community.
Why Choose Us?
- 100% Local Focus: Our marketplace is built by locals, for locals, with the mission of uplifting small businesses in El Paso.
- Enhanced Visibility: We promote your store across social media, email campaigns, local TV, newspapers, and influential platforms like Fitfam, giving your business exposure beyond what traditional markets can offer.
- Community Support: We’re committed to boosting the local economy by making it easy for customers to shop and support small businesses in one convenient location.
How Does It Work?
We’ve simplified the process:
- Create Your Shop – Sign up and build your store, complete with product details and images.
- Make Sales – Customers will browse the marketplace and buy directly from your online store.
- Seamless Delivery – Local businesses act as delivery hubs. Customers choose a convenient hub for pick-up, and you drop off the sold items for them to collect.
The Win-Win-Win Model
For example, if a customer selects "Crumble Cookies" as their delivery hub, they might end up buying some delicious cookies when they pick up their purchase. This setup creates a win-win-win situation: vendors make sales, customers find what they need, and local businesses gain extra foot traffic.
A Community-Driven Platform
Our vision extends beyond a simple marketplace. In the near future, Shop Local El Paso will also serve as a hub for local activities, event promotions, upcoming market announcements, and special holiday deals, such as Christmas and other seasonal offers. Our platform is evolving to become a go-to resource for discovering all the best that our local community has to offer.
Join Us in Our Beta Phase
We’re currently in the beta phase and testing the platform for the next few months. We believe that trying something new can lead to amazing opportunities, so we’re excited to invite you to be part of this journey. As the saying goes, "you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take." We’re here to unite our community and help small businesses reach new heights.
Be a Part of Something Bigger
Whether you’re a vendor or a customer, Shop Local El Paso is your platform for connecting, discovering, and growing. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant local economy where everyone has a chance to thrive.
Thank you for being a vital part of this amazing community. Let’s continue to support each other and make El Paso shine.