4. ​​Join the Elite AND ​Become a Market Maker

Exclusive Benefits for Partner Members:
Members This plan, exclusively offered by invitation, is designed for Partner Members—also known as 'Anchor' or 'Founding Market Makers.' These members are carefully selected based on a solid, proven track record of actively supporting and promoting "Buy Local" initiatives. By becoming a Partner Member, you gain access to a range of exclusive benefits that significantly elevate your business and cement your legacy in the local economy.

Sponsor a local Hub: Building the "Feet on the Ground"
In many digital networks, the connection to the community is purely virtual. Getslocal is different. We believe that for a local trade economy to truly thrive, it needs a physical presence—real people, real relationships, and real local knowledge. 
As a Partner Member, you have the exclusive opportunity to Sponsor a Getslocal Hub. This isn't just a branding exercise; it is the engine that drives localized trade and builds the infrastructure necessary for a self-sustaining economy in your territory.

Transforming Support into Physical Presence
When you sponsor a Hub, your investment is directly funnelled into creating "Feet on the Ground." This means your specific area gains a dedicated Hub Manager and Outreach Team whose sole mission is to cultivate the local marketplace. 

What "Feet on the Ground" Does for Your Area:
Active Business Scouting: Instead of waiting for businesses to find the platform, the sponsored team actively scouts and headhunts high-quality, independent businesses that complement your own supply chain.
On-the-Spot Support: Local members receive face-to-face on boarding and training, ensuring that the businesses you want to trade with are active, engaged, and professional.
Local Event Activation: The Hub team organizes local "Trade Meets" and "community events", putting your brand at the centre of every local business conversation.
Real-Time Market Intelligence: The Hub team provides "eyes and ears" on the street, identifying emerging trends or distressed inventory in the area that can be turned into trade opportunities for Club Members.

The Power of Localized Trade Opportunities:
By sponsoring the infrastructure, you aren't just a participant—you are the Architect of the Market. This physical presence creates a "flywheel effect" that directly benefits your bottom line:

Curated Ecosystem: Your "Feet on the Ground" team prioritizes on boarding the specific suppliers and services you need most. 
Trust & Accountability:   Local presence ensures that every member of the Hub is vetted and held to the high standards of the Partner Member's network. 
Hyper-Local Demand: The team drives local consumers (Club Members) directly to Partner storefronts, ensuring high-velocity circulation of Trade Credits. 

Why Sponsorship is a Strategic Move:
Sponsoring a Hub moves you from a user of a network to a provider of a marketplace. It allows you to:

Direct the Growth: You help decide which neighbourhoods’ or sectors the Hub focuses on first.
Cement Your Legacy: Your business becomes synonymous with the economic health and "Buy Local" movement of your town.
Control the Quality: Ensure that the "Market Maker" standards are maintained by the staff operating in your territory.

The Bottom Line: Digital platforms are everywhere, but relationships are local. By sponsoring a Getslocal Hub, you provide the human element that turns a directory into a thriving, high-trust trade community. You provide the boots, the brains, and the heart that make local trade possible.  

Unlock Exclusive Benefits - Elevate Your Business:
Partner Membership is a prestigious opportunity reserved for well-respected, independently owned local businesses offering high-demand goods and services. 

As a Partner Member, you unlock:
Competitive Edge: Priority placement within the ecosystem.
Strategic Growth: Influence the direction of local trade through your sponsored Hub.
Elite Network: Direct connection to other Founding Market Makers.

Amplify Your Success - Embrace the Financial Advantages:
Partner Members gain access to all the features of our standard packages, plus exceptional financial levers: 
0% Interest-Free Credit: A line of up to £250k, empowering you to invest in expansion without the burden of traditional debt.
Zero-Fee Trading: A substantial £25k monthly trading allowance with no fees when utilizing GETS Trade Credits, optimizing your cash flow and boosting profitability.

Exclusive Privileges - Boost Your Brand and Reach:
As a pillar of the community, your brand deserves maximum visibility. 
Custom Currency: Issue and redeem your own Solo Points and Premium Points.
Concierge Service: High-touch support to manage your trades and connections.
Premium Distribution: Enhanced social media reach and official sponsorship recognition across the Getslocal network.

Amplify Your Success -Embrace the Financial Advantages:
As a Partner Member, you gain access to all the features of our packages, along with exceptional financial benefits. Enjoy a generous 0% interest-free credit line of up to £250k, empowering you to invest in your business's growth, expansion, or any other financial needs. Furthermore, you receive a substantial £25k monthly trading allowance with no trading fees when utilizing GETS Trade Credits. This financial advantage allows you to optimize your cash flow and allocate resources strategically, ultimately boosting your profitability.

Exclusive Privileges - Boost Your Brand and Reach:
Boost Your Visibility and Influence. Partner Members can Issue and Redeem their own Solo Points and Issue and Redeem Premium Points. They qualify for additional premium features, sponsorship, social media distribution, and concierge service.

Own a Stake in the Local Economy:
Become a Stakeholder in Your getslocal Hub Recognizing the Partner Members' strong commitment to Buying Local and supporting the local economy, GETS offers the option to become a Stakeholder in their getslocal hub. By becoming a Stakeholder, you cement your role as a trusted business leader and contributor to the local community.

 This unique opportunity provides you with a direct stake in the success and growth of the getslocal hub, enabling you to actively shape its development and ensure its alignment with your business goals. As a Stakeholder, you gain access to exclusive benefits that further strengthen your position in the local economy.

In summary:
Partner Membership offers business owners exclusive benefits, including enhanced financial advantages, amplified brand visibility, and the opportunity to become a stakeholder in the local economy. By joining this elite group of Anchor or Founder Members, you can elevate your business, gain a competitive edge, and position yourself as a respected leader in your community.