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Get Ready for Indies First 2026

Hanif Abdurraqib will be promoting this year’s celebration of Indies First, which takes place on Small Business Saturday, November 28.

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Date: 
Thursday, August 20, 2026 3:00 PM EDT
End: 
Thursday, August 20, 2026 4:00 PM EDT
Indies First and Small Business Saturday are the perfect launchpad for the holiday season. This session covers practical ways to build excitement, create gift-focused experiences, partner with local businesses, and make the most of increased holiday foot traffic. You'll leave with simple, scalable ideas to help your store start the season strong and turn holiday shoppers into year-round customers.