Every choice you make about where you shop, dine, and play has a direct, powerful impact on the future of Summit County. The beLocal initiative is your year-round commitment to supporting the independent businesses that define our community’s unique character, sustain our economy, and keep our mountain lifestyle vibrant.
Let us roll out the red carpet for you. While you are here – be Local and eat, play, and enjoy as our Summit County locals do.
The beLocal page is the central destination for quick access to the best of Summit County.
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Attention local businesses: The Summit Chamber knows how important it is for you, as local businesses, to support the beLocal initiative and keep the local economy thriving.
Join the beLocal Gift Card Program
Head to our beLocal Business Resources
Turn beLocal Gift Cards into new customers, increased visibility, and additional revenue for your business. The program is completely free to join, takes less than five minutes to apply, and requires no new equipment or complicated setup.
Plus, two participating businesses will each win a valuable marketing package!
Prize Package 1: Krystal Media Advertising
A co-branded advertising campaign running for two months across all three Krystal Media radio stations - a value of more than $2,000.
Prize Package 2: High Country Storytelling
A Promotional Video professionally created co-branded promotional video advertisement from High Country Storytelling - a $1,000 value.
*Apply, activate, and be accepted into the program by October 16th, 2026 for your chance to win! Winners will be selected and announced on October 20th, 2026.
Turn beLocal Gift Cards Into New Customers
Reach locals, visitors, employers, and organizations looking to spend in Summit County. Join the beLocal Merchant Network to attract new customers, gain free marketing exposure, and keep spending local through the beLocal Gift Card Program.
Why Should Local Businesses Join?
How Does It Work? Sign up - Apply in under 5 minutes, complete the quick activation, and get approved. Customers purchase gift cards online, then redeem them at exclusive summit county businesses like yours!
Sign up now to participate - GET YOUR BUSINESS ON THE MAP
✓ Designed to bring more customers through your doors
✓ Featured in beLocal Gift Cards, offers, and a searchable directory
✓ No cost to participate - no special equipment needed
✓ Application takes less than 5 minutes
Click APPLY NOW or simply fill out the form below! The beLocal Gift Card program is free to join and open to all eligible businesses in Summit County.
The beLocal initiative is about making intentional choices every day across every aspect of your life in Summit County. Here is how your daily decisions make a huge difference:
POUR INTO SUMMIT: Since Proposition 125 passed in 2023, buying your beer and wine at the grocery store has become too easy. It's important to take the extra few minutes and shop at your local liquor store. They need your support. Choosing independent stores ensures your dollars circulate in the community, directly supporting local owners, craft producers, and specialty products often overlooked by big chains.
