MESA, AZ — Interested in promoting your business? The United States Postal Service is here to help.

The Postal Service will host three free “Grow Your Business Day” workshops that will teach attendees how to create low-cost direct mail promotions using new online tools and USPS products.

The one-hour “Tools to Reach More Customers” seminars will be held at the following locations and times:

• Mesa Mountain View Station, 2747 E. University Dr., at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 22
• Mesa Superstition Springs Station, 7316 E. Southern Ave., at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 12

The workshops will introduce attendees to Every Door Direct Mail, a revolutionary approach to direct mail that eliminates the need for permits and mailing lists, and to the Direct Mail Hub, a powerful online tool that lets businesses create their own mailings. Both new offerings from the U.S. Postal Service provide customers with powerful, affordable ways to reach more customers and build their businesses.

Walk-ins are welcome but seating is limited, so those interested in attending are encouraged to register by calling 602-225-3209.

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