Shop Rome First
The Rome Chamber working with local retailers
In 2002, the Rome Chamber commissioned a $10,000 survey by Zogby International to determine buying habits of people in the Rome area, and found that 75% of residents did less than half of their holiday shopping in Rome.
This finding prompted the chamber to create its Shop Rome First promotion with the goal of helping community retailers succeed. The campaign has grown to 45 businesses, donating more than $12,000 in prizes. Shoppers can register to win prizes at every visit to a participating merchant.
