Made in the USA -public policy for micro-enterprise
It is that time of year when people like to put their money where their ideals are. Whether selecting a special gift or making plans to spend newly received gift cards, many of our members will be shopping for American-made products. Where? Using lists just published in AmericanStyle magazine, they can locate jewelry, home decor, [...]
American Made Alliance is proud to be part of the Small Business Saturday Coalition. We encourage you to do your holiday shopping with local merchants on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Buy a handmade gift from a craft art retailer! At FindAmericanMade.com you’ll find a list of great retailers of American-made home decor, jewelry, art, and [...]
What is the future of micro-enterprise in America? When will the U.S. create and implement a manufacturing development plan? How can the White House support Made in America? Bring your ideas and suggestions to share. Join us Feb 18-20 in Philadelphia at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Co-Sponsored by the Buyers Market of American Craft.
We Believe every consumer has a right to know where a product comes from. In today’s global economy, domestic manufacturers are forced to compete in an unfair marketplace where most gifts, house wares, jewelry and accessories are marked with removable paper stickers that indicate country of origin. Many retailers and wholesalers remove these labels in [...]
Grand Canyon National Park visitors revealed their apprehension and distrust about attempting to purchase anything other than imported souvenirs. They came to the area hoping to meet local artisans, and learn about local handmade pottery, jewelry and native arts. Instead they felt almost forced to buy imports they didn’t want. Better merchandising and labeling, and improved sales training, are needed.
The goal is jobs creation. Who will benefit? All of us! We visited Bright Angel gift store run by the concessioner Xanterra. We saw room for improvement: For example, products designed in America, but manufactured China, should not be labeled Made in the USA. We urged them to carry more work actually made by American and Native American artisans. See photo…
The National Park Service sent monitors out to observe our demonstration, which was their very first “First Amendment” event receiving a permit for that location. They found us to be well-behaved and earnest! We told Xanterra concession staff that our goal for them is greater sales, which they’ll achieve if they carry more authentic American-made and Native American-made products. See pictures here…
Calling on National Park Shops to Carry More American Made By Wendy Rosen: Why aren’t the National Park Service’s concession-run stores doing their part for economic recovery? They have won the privilege to do business on federal land, but have turned their backs on hundreds of American small businesses and tribal artisans who desperately need [...]
Join us at the Grand Canyon: Check here for event details. “Demand American Made” rally at the South Rim.