This corridor, once heavily industrial and dominated by manufacturing and trade businesses, has been undergoing a quiet renaissance, transforming into a haven for small businesses, makers, foodies, and innovators.

At The Small Business Collective, we believe that supporting local isn’t just a transaction—it’s an investment in our shared growth and connection. Each of the businesses featured here are serving our region with unique and specialized services that nurture our bodies, minds, and spirits - empowering us to take a beat and take care of ourselves.

The cottage food industry - boutique home-based businesses with direct-to-consumer sales, are some of the most popular and fastest-growing businesses in West Hartford.