The Local Collective TN is a vibrant marketplace where vendors showcase high-quality, unique items and services, for shoppers in the Watertown Community and Wilson County.

Why Become a Shop Owner at The Local Collective TN?

We take care of the details so you can focus on your business! As a vendor, you’ll enjoy:

• No On-Site Selling Required – We handle all sales transactions for you.
• For our Service Vendors- We handle the reception and greeting, you do what you do best and take care of your clients.
• Sales Tax Management – We collect and remit sales tax on your behalf.
• Overhead Costs Covered – We pay for store utilities, property taxes, insurance, and other expenses.
• Staffing Provided – Our team hires, trains, and manages cashiers and store staff.
• Marketing & Promotion – We advertise and promote the store to attract shoppers.
• Events & Community Engagement – We host special events to increase foot traffic and boost sales.

What We Accept - If you don't see your category listed, give us a call.  We are open to suggestions

New Items:

• Gifts
• Home Décor
• Clothing, Accessories & Shoes
• Furniture
• Candles, Fragrances & Soaps
• Children's Clothing & Toys
• Pet Products & Accessories
• Handmade, Curated Items & Art
• Packaged, Non-Perishable Food

Second-Hand Finds:

• Antiques
• Home Décor
• Clothing, Accessories & Shoes
• Children's Clothing & Toys
• Handmade, Curated Items & Art

Services:

• Massages
• Facials
• Tattoos
• Other Services

Booth Options - We do not provide shelving or displays.  You receive a blank space to make your own.

• 8 ft deep X 6 ft wide $110 plus 10%
• 5 ft deep x 6 ft wide $90 plus 10%
• 3 ft deep x 6 ft wide $70 plus 10%
• Bookshelf space $50 plus 10%

Vendor Details

Rent & Payments

• Rent and commissions are deducted from the previous month’s sales. 
• Vendors are paid the remaining balance via Venmo, CashApp or check.
• If a payout falls on a weekend or holiday, checks will be available the next business day.
• If a vendor’s sales do not cover rent, the remaining balance will be charged to the card on file.
• Failure to pay within 5 days results in forfeiting booth contents to The Local Collective TN.

Sales Tax

• We handle all sales tax payments for vendors.
• If you have a business entity that files sales tax, report $0 sales for items sold at The Local Collective TN.

Next Steps

1. Submit your completed vendor application along with a list of items you intend to sell.
2. Upon approval, 
   1. Sign a three-month agreement and make the first month’s rent payment 
   2. You’ll receive tagging details, and your assigned booth number.
   3. Set up your space and/or bring in your clothing.