Connecting Merchants & Residents
Upper Albany Main Street Community Development & Empowerment is dedicated to elevating both merchants and residents by creating a neighborhood of choice — a thriving community where businesses flourish and residents take pride in where they live and work. Through the Upper Albany Business Network (UABN), we support entrepreneurs by fostering collective success, sparking innovation, and providing a unified platform to address the needs of the Albany Avenue business district. UABN offers merchants exclusive perks, resources, and access to the latest news, technologies, and opportunities from partnering organizations. Together, we are building a resilient, collaborative, and prosperous community for today and future generations.
Empowering & Developing The Upper Albany Community
Community Engagement
Community Engagement is a vital component of the success and growth of the Albany Avenue neighborhoods. At UAMS, we believe that active participation from both merchants and residents is essential to creating a thriving, vibrant community. By engaging with one another, community leaders, and city officials, we foster a sense of ownership and pride, ensuring that the voices of those who live and work here are heard and valued. Community engagement allows for collaborative problem-solving, where both business owners and residents contribute ideas and solutions that benefit the entire neighborhood.
Business Network & Merchants Association
The Upper Albany Business Network (UABN), also known as the Upper Albany Merchants Association, plays a central role in empowering entrepreneurs and fostering a thriving business environment along Albany Avenue. By uniting local business owners and entrepreneurs, UABN creates a collective space where collaboration, innovation, and shared success are prioritized. The network serves as a vital resource hub, offering exclusive perks, professional development opportunities, and direct access to the latest industry news, technological advancements, and strategic insights from a range of partnering organizations.
Upper Albany Business Network
The Upper Albany Business Network (UABN) is a dynamic and innovative hub designed to support merchants and residents seeking to launch or expand their businesses. Offering a wealth of resources, exclusive partnership opportunities, and more, UABN is available to all merchants through their membership with Upper Albany Main Street.