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New Virtual Business Tour Program Empowers Mount Rainier Businesses to Thrive in the Digital Economy

News Archive Posted on October 06, 2023

The Department of Economic Development is proud to announce the launch of the Virtual Business Tour Program, a cutting-edge initiative designed to empower local businesses in Mount Rainier to expand their reach and thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape. 

"In Mount Rainier, we believe in the limitless potential of our local businesses. The Virtual Business Tour Program is our commitment to empower our businesses by allowing them to thrive in the digital space," Mayor Celina Benitez said. 

The Mount Rainier Virtual Business Tour Program is set to revolutionize the way local businesses engage with their customers by offering immersive virtual tours showcasing their business and product offerings to existing and potential customers online. 

The Department is collaborating with experienced videographers to create a virtual tour for interested businesses. In the program’s initial phase, the program has completed virtual tours for two of its long-time businesses - Oscar’s Flowers and Glut Food. The program is free to Mount Rainier businesses.

"We encourage our local business to take advantage of this exciting opportunity. Together, we'll create digital doorways that will expand the reach of our businesses driving increased profitability,” said Economic Development Director Ronald Hopkins.

Learn more about the program.