In this episode of Small Business Social, hosts Care Verikas and Steve Seymour welcome Dawn Nielsen and Justin Malley from the Economic and Community Development Department of Bristol. They discuss the importance of supporting small businesses, the role of local government in fostering economic growth, and the marketing strategies being implemented to attract new businesses and tourists to the area. The conversation highlights various resources available for entrepreneurs, including grants, promotional support, and networking opportunities, emphasizing the collaborative efforts needed to build a thriving local economy.