In 2004, Marketing and Business Strategist Shannon Cherry founded National Be Heard Day to offer a way for the millions of small businesses in the US make their voices heard.
How to Celebrate National Be Heard Day
- Small businesses can build some marketing around the day and remind folks about their products and services.
- A simple way for businesses to call attention to the day is by using and #NationalBeHeardDay and #BeHeardDay in social media posts.
- Business support and professional service organizations can provide advice to small businesses on how to maximize resources while continuing to grow and prosper.
- Consumers can make a consorted effort to patronize small businesses on National Be Heard Day and throughout the year.
To do some celebrating of our own, URCI invited small businesses in the region to send us a little brag sheet to share in this week’s blog post. Here are a couple.
Downeast Graphics and Printing
477 Washington Junction Rd.
Hancock 04640
207.667.5582
info@downeastgraphics.com
https://www.downeastgraphics.com/
Downeast Graphics & Printing, Inc. was founded in 1974 by Charles Ferden to provide graphic design and quality printing to businesses, organizations, and individuals along the coast of Maine and beyond.
Whether it’s your idea or ours, we work with you from design concept through completion of your project.
At Uncle Buggy’s Hotel for Dogs, we aren’t just a place to stay—we’re a second family for your four-legged companion. Because when it comes to your best friend, only the best will do.
Uncle Buggy’s Hotel for Dogs
19 Boggy Brook Road
Ellsworth 04605
207.664.0989
info@UncleBuggys.com
https://UncleBuggys.com
Whether you’re seeking Doggie Daycare, Day Boarding for a quick day-long getaway, or Overnight Boarding while you explore the world; we’ve got you covered. Visitors to the area and locals alike, can rest easy knowing their beloved pets are in caring hands.
With a low staff-to-dog ratio and 24/7 staff coverage, our dedicated professionals ensure each guest receives individualized attention, affection, and top-notch supervision. From daily enrichment exercises to soothing rest periods, we prioritize every pup’s well-being, making sure they are comfortable and feel right at home.
Our spacious, 6000 square foot, climate-controlled facility gives your furry friends the freedom to romp, socialize, and engage in enriching activities tailored to keep them happy and active. Each boarding guest enjoys a large, spotless kennel, daily rest and play time as well as a delicious treat—because comfort and happiness are at the core of everything we do.
At Uncle Buggy’s Hotel for Dogs, we aren’t just a place to stay—we’re a second family for your four-legged companion. Because when it comes to your best friend, only the best will do.
Editor’s Note:
Downeast Graphics and Printing (DGP) is one of those business support companies we mentioned earlier. To help their customers (and all area businesses) promote themselves, DGP has launched Downeast Directory where Hancock and Washington County for profit and non-profit businesses can post their business listing for free.
The crew at DGP has already added general information for hundreds of area businesses in the directory, so visit and search for yourself. If your listing is there, you can simply claim it and enhance it with whatever additional info you’d like to share. If your business isn’t included yet, just click on the Advertise link at the top right corner of the page to get yourself started.

