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Small Sellers Undermine Congressional Claims of Amazon Monopoly and Market Power

Oct. 26, 2021, WASHINGTON: The Connected Commerce Council (3C) today, in partnership with Data Catalyst Institute, released Super Selling, a new report refuting many policymakers’ assertion that small business sellers (SMB Sellers)  are effectively locked into the Amazon Marketplace to reach customers. SuperSellers documents the fluidity and competitiveness of modern retail, particularly the diverse online…

Statement from Small Business Group Regarding Accusation that Amazon Favors House Brands in Consumer Search Results

Oct. 19, 2021, WASHINGTON: Connected Commerce Council (3C) Executive Director Rob Retzlaff made the following statement regarding The Markup’s accusations that Amazon is favoring its own products in consumer search results: “For decades, department stores, grocery stores, and specialty retailers have marketed private-label products in their stores and on their websites. All modern retailers gather…

Vicksburg Small Business Owner Recognized as 3C Congressional Champion

Oct. 15, 2021 (Washington, DC): Sheffie Robinson, owner of Shamrck in Vicksburg, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for her advocacy on Capitol Hill. Sheffie met with U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker’s office to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like Google and Facebook could hurt Mississippi small businesses.…

Greenville Small Business Owner Recognized as 3C Congressional Champion

Oct. 15, 2021 (Washington, DC): Harold Hughes, owner of BandwagonFanClub in Greenville, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for his advocacy on Capitol Hill. Harold met with the offices of U.S. Sens. Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like Google and…

Rochester Small Business Owner Recognized as 3C Congressional Champion

Oct. 12, 2021 (Washington, DC): Molly Meulenbroek, owner of Studley Flower Gardens in Rochester, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for her advocacy on Capitol Hill. Molly met with U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s office to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like Google and Facebook could hurt…

Chicago Small Business Owner Recognized as 3C Congressional Champion

Oct. 13, 2021 (Washington, DC): Luis Suarez, owner of Sanarai in Chicago, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for his advocacy on Capitol Hill. Luis met with U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth’s office to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like Google and Facebook could hurt Illinois small…

Memphis Small Business Owner Recognized as 3C Congressional Champion

Oct. 13, 2021 (Washington, DC): Amber Hayes, owner of SecondKeys in Memphis, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for her advocacy on Capitol Hill. Amber met with U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s office to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like Google and Facebook could hurt Tennessee small…

West Liberty Small Business Owner Recognized as 3C Congressional Champion

Oct. 14, 2021 (Washington, DC): Ryan Berry, owner of Berry Digital Solutions in West Liberty, was recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for his advocacy on Capitol Hill. Ryan met with U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan’s office to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like Google and Facebook could…

Fairfield Small Business Owners Recognized as 3C Congressional Champions

Oct. 14, 2021 (Washington, DC): Jill Taft and Joel Roodman, owners of Logic Product Group in Fairfield, were recognized by the Connected Commerce Council (3C) as a Congressional Champion for their advocacy on Capitol Hill. Jill and Joel met with U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley’s office to discuss how proposed laws to regulate digital platforms like…

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Two Friends Bring the Feeling of the Coast to Customers Across the Country

Melanie Bolin relocated from California to Kansas with her young family in 2004 — and though she soon settled into Midwestern life, she continued to miss the Pacific coast. She connected with fellow California transplant Lina Dickinson, and the two quickly bonded over their shared tastes and interests. In 2013, they launched MERSEA — a…

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Small Sellers’ Big Choices: How Competition Helps Sellers Thrive
Connected Commerce Council & Data Catalyst Institute
Navigating Uncertainty: The Power of Digital Tools for Small Businesses
Connected Commerce Council
Unlocking Opportunities for Small Businesses: AI’s Growing Role in Driving Value in Online Advertising
Connected Commerce Council
Digital Ads: Expanding Opportunities for U.S. Small Businesses
Connected Commerce Council & Advertiser Perceptions
Small Businesses See the Transformative Potential of Artificial Intelligence
Connected Commerce Council
Digital Ads: Leveling the Playing Field for Small Businesses
Connected Commerce Council