Our impact
In almost three years of existence, the Inwood Merchant Association has flourished, with our member count soaring past 30. Our journey has been marked by remarkable achievements for our merchant community. The IMA has established itself as a strong voice that advocates for merchants as well as a trusted go-to organization for city agencies. As we reflect on our journey, we're thrilled to share some of the accomplishments that make us proud:
Accomplishments
Networking events
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Multiple events produced
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50+ people in attendance at each event
Marquee Events
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Strengthened commercial vitality and cultural authenticity of Inwood
Uptown Restaurant Week
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39+ participating restaurants
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Increased visibility of Inwood and its diverse culinary scene
First Holiday Tree Lighting:
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24/7 accessible community Holiday Tree
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Garnered local and national press coverage
City Agency Relationships
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Strong ties with NYC agencies, including DOT, Office of NightLife, and more.
Advocacy Success
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Active involvement in key legislations, including hookah regulations.
Community Collaborations
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Partnerships with Washington Heights BID, Congressman Adriano Espaillat, and others.
Sanitation and Cleanliness
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Collected 10k+ bags of garbage in 7 months.
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Removed 300+ posters from unlawful areas.
Taste of Uptown Food Festival
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25 restaurants participated
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500+ RSVPs received
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Elected officials in attendance
Merchant Engagement
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Multiple events produced
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50+ people in attendance at each event
Information Sharing
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Organized meetings with city for recovery discussions.
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Supported POC-owned businesses in accessing PPP.
Support and Education
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Offered guidance on SM, branding, and menu updates.
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Developed the #inwoodtrong campaign with NoMAA.
Taste of Uptown Food Festival
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25 restaurants participated
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500+ RSVPs received
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Elected officials in attendance
Health and Safety Support
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Distributed 300+ masks to local merchants.
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Provided 500+ social distancing decals.