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In partnership with Fora Financial for National Small Business Week, May 3–9!

In partnership with [Partner] for

National Small Business Week, May 3–9

Certify your business as Locally Owned & Operated

Fora Financial and Locally Owned and Operated have teamed up to certify local businesses as independently-operated and local to their community, helping you attract customers dedicated to supporting local business.

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Why get certified?

Why Get certified?

Get recognized with your free badge

Receive a physical window decal and digital badges to display with pride on your storefront and online.

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Attract customers with a listing on the Locally Owned Map

Be discovered by customers in your area who are actively searching to shop at or hire locally owned businesses.

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Stand for local ownership together in our owner community

Connect with thousands of independent owners across the country to share wins, get support, and build together.

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all for free

Your Certification Package includes

Front-Door
Sticker Decals

Front-Door Sticker Decals

Display your locally owned status for customers to see.

Digital Badges For
Your Company Website

Digital Badges For Your Company Website

Digital Badges For

Your Company Website

Showcase your certified standing wherever people can find you online.

Ready-To-Post
Social Media Assets

Announce to your social following and drive engagement.

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Shipped to you within 7 business days

Here’s what local business
owners are saying

Here’s what local business owners are saying

“Keeping J. Ross locally owned and operated isn’t just business—it’s a commitment. When you hire us, you’re working with people who live, work, and care about this community—not a faceless corporation. Staying local means better service, stronger relationships, and reinvesting in the place we call home.”
Jeremy Y.
Owner of J. Ross Painting & Drywall
Blountville, TN
“As a business owner, I value local ownership because it creates accountability, strengthens community ties, and ensures decisions are made with firsthand knowledge of the people and places we serve. When you're locally owned, your reputation is everything."
Jason T.
Owner of Gold Medal Roofing
Chandler, AZ
“I am proud to be locally owned and operated. As a local business owner, it is important to me to give back to my customers and provide much needed jobs to our community."
Taylor F.
Owner of The Covered Patio, Titan Garage Flooring, and Titan Concrete
5 locations

“Keeping J. Ross locally owned and operated isn’t just business—it’s a commitment. When you hire us, you’re working with people who live, work, and care about this community—not a faceless corporation. Staying local means better service, stronger relationships, and reinvesting in the place we call home.”
Jeremy Y.
Owner of J. Ross Painting & Drywall
Blountville, TN
“As a business owner, I value local ownership because it creates accountability, strengthens community ties, and ensures decisions are made with firsthand knowledge of the people and places we serve. When you're locally owned, your reputation is everything."
Jason T.
Owner of Gold Medal Roofing
Chandler, AZ
“I am proud to be locally owned and operated. As a local business owner, it is important to me to give back to my customers and provide much needed jobs to our community."
Taylor F.
Owner of The Covered Patio, Titan Garage Flooring, and Titan Concrete
5 locations

“Keeping J. Ross locally owned and operated isn’t just business—it’s a commitment. When you hire us, you’re working with people who live, work, and care about this community—not a faceless corporation. Staying local means better service, stronger relationships, and reinvesting in the place we call home.”
Jeremy Y.
Owner of J. Ross Painting & Drywall
Blountville, TN
“As a business owner, I value local ownership because it creates accountability, strengthens community ties, and ensures decisions are made with firsthand knowledge of the people and places we serve. When you're locally owned, your reputation is everything."
Jason T.
Owner of Gold Medal Roofing
Chandler, AZ
“I am proud to be locally owned and operated. As a local business owner, it is important to me to give back to my customers and provide much needed jobs to our community."
Taylor F.
Owner of The Covered Patio, Titan Garage Flooring, and Titan Concrete
5 locations

about the program

Let your customers know you're local this National Small Business Week!

Fora Financial and Locally Owned and Operated have teamed up to certify local businesses and expand access to flexible funding designed to help them grow.

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Any Questions?

Is certification really free?

How long does it take?

How do you verify we are locally owned?

Who qualifies?

Every business is personally certified by our team right here in Austin, TX!

Every business is personally certified by our team right here in Austin, TX!

Every business is personally certified by our team right here in Austin, TX!

Join thousands of
certified local businesses

Be part of a growing network of locally owned businesses proudly making a difference in their communities. Certification is free, fast, and easy—and it helps customers find and support businesses like yours.