The growth of downtown San Jose’s retail industry opens a new chapter with Moment Paseo, a program aimed at providing physical retail space to five women-led businesses. The introduction of these spaces contributes to the company’s growth potential and increases its visibility.
Entrepreneurs participating in this initiative come from a variety of industries including clothing, jewellery, home goods and food, highlighting the vibrant diversity of the local retail industry. The City’s commitment to women entrepreneurship and economic growth is evident through approaches like this, benefiting the recovery from the ongoing pandemic.
Commercial activity in downtown San Jose is somewhat sluggish, but there are success stories like Moment’s pop-up shop in a garage on Market Street. An expansion of this model is in the planning stages with Moment San Pedro, which aims to revitalize San Jose’s commercial recovery movement.
The location of Moment Paseo was chosen with great care. Located in two locations on the path of the Paseo de San Antonio, it serves as a vibrant hub for her five female-led businesses. This prime location helps you network, host client meetings, and discover new opportunities.
Nurturing female entrepreneurs through retail space
These business leaders have efficiently utilized the space at Moment Paseo to grow their businesses.
San Jose Downtown Association CEO Alex Stettinski, along with other respected community figures such as Mayor Matt Mahan, supports this project, as evidenced by his attendance at the dedication ceremony. This public event further demonstrated their belief that this initiative will have a transformative impact on the landscape of downtown San Jose.
Moment Paseo’s featured businesses include La Paloma Imports, Cositas Contreras, MiGi Cera Candles, Plant Slut, and Bad Witch Crystals, each showcasing uniquely crafted products. From authentic Mexican miscellaneous goods to handmade candles and healing stones, we have a wide selection of products to satisfy everyone.
The dedication ceremony conveyed optimism for the improvement of downtown San Jose’s retail scene. Business owners like Marcelina Castro consider Moment His Paseo a major step forward in their entrepreneurial journey. The positive vibes reverberating among attendees shows the excitement for this unique retailer.
The emergence of retail spaces like Moment Paseo is a promising sign that San Jose’s downtown retail environment is reviving and stimulating economic vitality. Promoting diversity and catering to a wide range of clientele, these retail spots are more than just shopping destinations, they are also important components of the local economy and employment scene.
