What is Thrive Local OC?

One website in a network of community centric directory websites that supports small businesses in Orange County.

Thrive Local Orange County is consumer driven, community focused social website focused on locally owned businesses.

Thrive Local OC is passionate about supporting locally owned and operated businesses in Orange County.

If you’re yet to discover the impact of shopping small and embracing the “THINK LOCAL FIRST” mindset, let us illuminate the multitude of benefits that come with supporting independently owned businesses in your city and across Orange County. When you choose to shop locally, you’re not just making a purchase; you’re participating in a cycle of growth and sustainability that enriches your community in profound ways. Consider this: 68% of every dollar spent at local businesses is reinvested right back into the community, fostering economic resilience, job creation, and local prosperity. These businesses, from the cozy boutique shops to the vibrant local markets that define the character of Orange County, are owned and operated by your neighbors — individuals who are deeply invested in the community’s welfare and future. By supporting small businesses through Thrive Local OC, you’re ensuring that your money not only goes towards obtaining quality goods and services but also plays a crucial role in building a thriving, interconnected community where businesses genuinely care about their customers’ satisfaction and the collective well-being of all residents.

Embrace the power of community and the spirit of “THINK LOCAL FIRST” by choosing to support small, independently owned businesses within Orange County. Thrive Local OC champions this ethos, highlighting how shopping locally isn’t just a transaction, but a contribution to the community’s vitality and resilience. Remarkably, 68% of every dollar spent at local businesses is reinvested into the community, fueling local employment, contributing to municipal taxes, and fostering a cycle of reinvestment that propels the entire community forward. Our directory is a curated collection of locally owned or locally operated franchises, ensuring that when you shop through Thrive Local OC, you’re engaging in community-focused shopping that makes a difference. By choosing Orange County’s local market guide for your shopping needs, you’re not just discovering Orange County’s small businesses and boutique shopping gems; you’re also investing in your neighbors and the future success of your community, benefiting from unparalleled customer service that’s deeply rooted in a shared commitment to Orange County’s prosperity.

Thrive Local OC, a comprehensive business directory that connects residents with the vibrant local businesses in our communities. With targeted online visibility and tailored marketing strategies, ‘Thrive Local OC’ empowers these businesses to thrive and succeed in the digital landscape, while also fostering a strong sense of community and supporting the local economy.

Together, let’s bring the spotlight to our incredible local businesses and help them reach new heights of success!”

We bring out the best in your OC City for you!

Thrive Local OC is a local search tool that lists important information about local Orange County business, such as addresses, photos, video, contact details, and Google reviews. Allowing people to find the goods and services they need in their city.

Each business listing has easy to locate reviews streaming from Google to allow customers to find the best local places in a variety of categories such as beauty salons, shops, professional services, restaurants, entertainment, retail, fitness, automotive services, repair services, building and construction, B2B companies, and more.

 

The inception of Thrive Local OC was born out of the chaos of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, a period marked by significant challenges and government shutdowns that disproportionately affected locally owned and operated businesses. Witnessing the struggle firsthand, the founder of Thrive Local OC was driven by a compelling need to assist these businesses in navigating the turbulent waters of an unprecedented economic downturn. The motivation was clear: to devise a simple yet effective way for small businesses to engage with their community using digital assets while promoting a strong local-first mentality. This deeper mission was not just about providing tools but about creating a sustainable ecosystem where local businesses could not only survive but Thrive amidst adversity. The commitment from Thrive Local OC to bring  AI to locally owned business in Orange County is marked as a strategic enhancement, not just a technological advancement. We have started to simplified lead generation, boosted sales, and enhanced customer support with AI starting in 2023. Allowing small business owners to concentrate on driving revenue and enhancing customer experiences rather than on time-consuming and mundane tasks. Additionally, AI has redefined digital marketing and streamlined customer interactions, making processes more efficient and effective.

 

Thrive Local OC was specifically established to support locally owned and operated businesses, providing a marketplace for community-aware consumers to discover and support local entrepreneurs. We promote local purchasing, which bolsters our thriving communities by highlighting the economic, environmental, and communal advantages of shopping, dining, and buying from local small business owners.

 

Think Local First!

When you shop at a local independently owned business:

68% of every dollar gets reinvested in the community.

Locally owned franchises, 43% reinvested.