Cherie Edilson – Member Marketplace Inc.

About Cherie Edilson

Cherie Edilson is the CEO & Co-Founder of Member Marketplace, Inc., a platform dedicated to helping small businesses market and sell together in their local communities. Cherie started Member Marketplace after owning and operating her own handmade products business. With firsthand knowledge of how hard it can be for small businesses to succeed without access to local, collaborative tools, Cherie set out to develop an affordable and innovative solution to help them reach new customers and make a larger impact in their local economy. Today, Member Marketplace's tools have enabled communities and small business owners all over the country to tap into the power of collective marketing and digital transformation.

The Future of Local Business Visibility May Belong to Trusted Ecosystems

May 27, 2026 By Cherie Edilson

Every day online, people ask the same kinds of questions. “Does anyone know a good accountant?” “Looking for a local contractor.” “Who should I use for marketing?” “Any bakery recommendations?” These conversations happen constantly. In Facebook groups, Reddit threads, neighborhood pages, text messages, and community conversations. And whether we realize it or not, they reveal something … [Read more...] about The Future of Local Business Visibility May Belong to Trusted Ecosystems

3 Things Leaders Can Be Doing Right Now to Create a More Successful Business Marketplace

May 13, 2026 By Cherie Edilson

What Can You Can Be Doing Right Now to Create a More Successful Business Marketplace? Many organizations launch a business directory… but the ones that truly gain traction are the ones that turn into a marketplace that is actively guided and energized over time. Here are 3 simple things economic development organizations, chambers, downtown groups, and community leaders can start doing now to … [Read more...] about 3 Things Leaders Can Be Doing Right Now to Create a More Successful Business Marketplace

2026 Collabs That Actually Matter

January 19, 2026 By Cherie Edilson

Collaboration is not new for small businesses. What is changing is which collaborations are worth your time. As we look ahead to 2026, the partnerships that matter most are not about chasing reach or jumping on every opportunity. They are about alignment, visibility, and shared value. Here are the collaborations that are making a real difference. Local-first partnerships.Businesses that work … [Read more...] about 2026 Collabs That Actually Matter

You’re Not Behind. You’re Just Running a Business.

January 9, 2026 By Cherie Edilson

If your business feels a little behind right now, you are not alone. Behind on posting, behind on updates, behind on trying the latest tool everyone says you need. It can feel like everyone else is moving faster while you are just trying to keep up. But here is the truth most small business owners do not hear enough. You are not behind. You are just running a business. Running a real business … [Read more...] about You’re Not Behind. You’re Just Running a Business.

Shopping Small Isn’t Always Convenient. That’s the Point We Need to Fix.

January 2, 2026 By Cherie Edilson

Recently, a local consumer sent us a private message expressing frustration with the messaging to shop small. Winter weather had led to closures around Small Business Saturday, which she understood. What felt harder to reconcile was that when she wanted to shop small during the week, many local stores were closed. She travels through multiple towns Monday through Wednesday and genuinely wants to … [Read more...] about Shopping Small Isn’t Always Convenient. That’s the Point We Need to Fix.