Philadelphia, PA — Experts agree that small businesses contribute significantly to local economies by creating growth, innovation, and much needed jobs. Recognizing the economic importance of small businesses, the United States Postal Service is hosting free “Grow Your Business Day” events spotlighting how local businesses can grow revenue by shipping with USPS Connect Local, a new delivery solution allowing local businesses to reach local customers affordably and quickly.  Registration is not required for the events.

“Grow Your Business Day” events will be at the following locations (from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.):

April 21 - Newtown Post Office, 20 Terry Drive, Newtown, PA 18940

April 22 - Doylestown Post Office, 8 Atkinson Drive, Doylestown, PA 18901  

April 26 - Point Breeze Post Office, 2240 W Oregon Ave., Point Breeze, PA 19145

April 29 - Fort Washington Post Office, 575 Pinetown Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034

Postal officials will be on hand to provide business owners and entrepreneurs with valuable information and advice about easy-to-use and affordable postal offerings that help small businesses grow and innovate.  In addition to USPS Connect Local, services like Priority Mail, that help small businesses ship economically, the Postal Service offers numerous solutions to assist businesses with their marketing efforts such as Every Door Direct Mail.

Small business owners unable to attend the “Grow Your Business Day” event can learn more about how the USPS can help to grow their business at www.usps.com/smallbusiness.

USPS Connect offers affordable next-day service in all locations, with same-day delivery, Sunday delivery and pickup options in select locations. This offering also includes USPS Connect Local Mail, an affordable First-Class Mail option for documents up to 13 ounces. Businesses can enter USPS Connect Local packages and mail at the receiving dock of the designated postal facility or take advantage of free en-route pickup when their carrier delivers their mail. Free flat-rate bags, boxes and envelopes are available via Click-N-Ship.

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