Staples: Supporting Local Businesses Needs

Asheville -- Asheville Chamber of Commerce: March 24, 2021

Staples may be a national office supply chain, but the Staples on Merrimon Ave is supporting all facets of the local community through their service and array of products.
“With a focus on working and learning, our store is proud to support customers in our community from entrepreneurs and small businesses to parents, teachers and students with the products and resources they need to stay productive and inspired,” said General Manager Barry Angley.

Read the rest of our interview with Angley below…

Tell us about your business.

With a focus on working and learning, our store is proud to support customers in our community from entrepreneurs and small businesses to parents, teachers and students with the products and resources they need to stay productive and inspired.

Now more than ever, it’s our top priority to provide a healthy, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone. From increased cleaning and safety procedures to contactless curbside pickup, we’re here to help.

What made you choose the Asheville area? 

We are proud to call Asheville home with all the small businesses and entrepreneurs. We can help them reach their dreams.

Who are your key partners?

We like to call all Chamber Members and small businesses our partners. Staples now offers discounts to other Chamber Members, please sign up so you can start saving.

What is a little known fact about your organization?

We have recently opened up our https://www.staplesconnect.com/ page to allow small businesses to join. This is a free website to join. When a Staples customer goes onto the site they have access to also see the local business in Asheville.

What does the word “community” mean to you? 

Staples gives back to the local community each month with donations. We support local charities and schools. 

Do you have anything else you’d like to share? 

The way we work and learn is evolving, and we continue to look for new products and services to help support the changing needs of our customers. Whether you are remote or in an office, in the classroom or at your dining room table, we’ve got what you need to stay productive.