The Small Business Spark Fund
Since we began in 2016, the MN Christmas Market has existed to be a platform for charitable giving as well as a holiday shopping event for locals supporting small businesses. In 2025, we're stepping that up a notch, with 5% of all sales (concessions, shopping, and guest entry fees) at our events being invested into the "Small Business Spark Fund."
At each of our markets, one vendor is randomly chosen at the end of the night to be a recipient of the Small Business Spark Fund (SBSF). The SBSF consists of no-strings attached investments in them and their business in 3 simple ways:
- Return: Their vendor fee for the following year is covered!
- Rest: We cover the cost of a 3-night stay in Grand Marais for them to re-charge and take a breather.
- Re-Invest: We cover the cost of some custom merch, consulting AND a cash prize of more than $5000+.
These small businesses are the heartbeat of our state and communities. We want to use our markets to fill their buckets back up, in more ways than one, and urge them to keep on keeping on!
NEW OPPORTUNITY IN 2025!
STYLED RETAIL™ is pleased to join MN Christmas Market as the Small Business Spark Fund Sponsor! Let's celebrate their dynamic 3️⃣ location 2025 tour taking place in Saint Paul, Cottage Grove and Red Wing, Minnesota.
As a strategy and storytelling retail consultancy, STYLED RETAIL aims to provide entrepreneurs and businesses experienced insights into their operations — positioning their products and services with a renewed intentionality and plan for success.
STYLED RETAIL™ knows the highs and lows of retail very well. Led by Kevin Quinn — a passionate, empathetic, and driven retail expert — STYLED RETAIL™ brings decades of hands-on experience to every client relationship.
With more than 30 years immersed in every facet of the retail landscape — from founder and store owner to corporate leader and small business operator — Kevin has partnered with businesses of all sizes, from national brands to solo entrepreneurs.
Throughout his career, Kevin has successfully guided hundreds of retailers, brands, and product makers, drawing on the insights gained while leading his nationally recognized retail brand, STYLEDLIFEⓇ, and his consultancy, STYLED RETAIL™.
STYLED RETAIL™ is proud to be a sponsor and vendor partner of The MN Christmas Market, reflecting our shared values of giving back and paying forward in retail.
Did you Know⁉️
The MN Christmas Market and STYLED RETAIL™ have partnered previously, to provide complimentary consulting services to our amazing MN Christmas Market vendors. With over 50 years of combined experience in retail entrepreneurship, consulting, and market development, we’re proud to share our expertise and help vendors grow their retail success.
Did you (also) Know⁉️
As a retail consultancy, STYLED RETAIL™ annually offers pro bono services to clients as a reflection of its core values and dedication to meaningful partnerships.
Let’s be purposeful together! 👏🏼
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Vendor GIVEAWAY Coming SOON!
