Downtown Ashland Association and the Town of Ashland are proud to announce a marketing campaign to encourage customers to revisit Ashland: “Welcome Back for Our Comeback!” Your favorite businesses have innovative new offerings and some exciting newcomers have joined the mix. Ashland offers visitors authentic small town charm with quirky twists on traditional favorites.
It was not long ago that our downtown was shuttered due to the global pandemic. Today, we are rebuilding the local community and economy, with help from the town government. With grant funding from federal and state sources, the Town of Ashland is able to offer $1,500,000 in assistance to local businesses. These funds help business owners meet safety needs, pivot business models, increase online sales, and make rent payments.
Downtown Ashland Association supports effort with technical assistance for small business owners. We hosted the virtual Business Recovery Workshop Series and hired business experts to meet one-on-one with business owners planning for recovery. The workshops remain available free of charge for any business owner seeking further insight during these troubled times.
Looking ahead, Ashland’s future is bright. We are proud to invite customers back downtown with events and promotions. Downtown Ashland Association hosts Ashland Fourth Fridays events to celebrate arts and culture monthly and the Saturday Sound Tracks concert series every summer weekend! These events make it easy for customers to rediscover downtown Ashland and its unique local businesses.
The “Welcome Back for Our Comeback!” marketing campaign makes that story personal by introducing the creative and resilient business owners in Ashland. Their behind-the-scenes stories shape the town you know and love. Join us over the next several months as we introduce diverse, hardworking, local entrepreneurs pursuing their passions in the risky world of small business. You will be impressed by the depth of commitment these leaders have for our town.
Ashland is a special place. It’s a feeling you immediately understand when you visit, and a value that residents cherish. Our local community is rallying to recover from a global pandemic. You can be part of our comeback story. Join us for a day, a week, or a lifetime in Downtown Ashland!
