Saipan, CNMI — The CNMI Small Business Development Center (CNMI SBDC) Network is proud to announce its participation as an official Neighborhood Champion for American Express’s Small Business Saturday, taking place this year on November 29, 2025.
Small Business Saturday, created by American Express in 2010, is a nationwide movement dedicated to encouraging consumers to shop at small, independently owned businesses during the holiday season. The day highlights the vital role small businesses play in driving local economies, supporting families, strengthening communities, and preserving the unique character of neighborhoods across the country.
As a Neighborhood Champion, the CNMI SBDC will be rolling out a local awareness campaign encouraging residents to “Shop Small” across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota. The Network will also distribute free Shop Small merchandise provided by American Express to its SBDC clients to help increase visibility and community participation leading up to and on Small Business Saturday.
“Small Business Saturday is more than a date on the calendar – it reflects the very same people we uplift and support through our program and in our dedication of service to our clients who serve the communities we live in,” said Nadine Deleon Guerrero Kintol, CNMI SBDC Network Director. “Being a Neighborhood Champion helps us shine a spotlight on the incredible businesses that fuel the CNMI. We invite our entire community to show their support, shop local, and uplift the small business owners who make our islands thrive.”
The CNMI SBDC’s campaign will run from November 24–29, with participating businesses sharing promotional messages, storefront signage, and online content to encourage local shopping throughout the CNMI. Residents are invited to join the movement by supporting small businesses in any way they can — from shopping in person to ordering takeout, booking local services, or promoting their favorite shops on social media.
For more information, visit www.cnmisbdc.com or contact the SBDC office at (670) 237-9206/6888 or send us an email at cnmisbdc@marianas.edu. Follow us on social media for updates: Instagram @cnmisbdc and Facebook at CNMI Small Business Development Center Network for the latest information.
The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network and its programs are 100% funded by a $777,777.00 grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration. SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the U.S.. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Requests for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with at least two weeks advance notice. For arrangements, please contact your local SBDC at P.O.Box 501250 Saipan, MP 96950, Tel: (670) 237-6888, or email cnmisbdc@marianas.edu.