Business Discovery Engine for Communities
Our platform works to convert passers-by into informed, valuable customer relationships.
Major roadways and vibrant business districts in larger metros deserve their own platform—one that treats every business fairly and gives consumers a better way to discover what's around them.
In every city, there are business districts that drive economic vitality but rarely get the spotlight. The main drags. The commercial corridors. The streets with family-owned shops, local restaurants, and service providers.
These are the real working neighborhoods where people live, shop, and build their lives. ActiveParkways was built specifically for these overlooked areas using natural street-name branding that people already know.
Most online directories sell the top of search results. Whoever pays the most shows up first, pushing smaller businesses down where they'll never be seen.
HOST flips that model. We sort businesses by GPS distance from the user. This creates a level playing field where every business has an equal shot based on proximity and relevance, not advertising budget.
Small businesses can't afford expensive monthly campaigns or full-time social media managers. They need tools that work and are affordable.
HOST was designed to be accessible and self-service. At a fraction of typical digital marketing costs, businesses get a complete platform that's always working for them.
We are a relevant local search tool branded to your community, accessible by shared QR Code or direct domain name (URL).
Answer the question every business should answer: "What are three things you wish everyone driving by your business knew about you?" Video is front and center, letting businesses tell their story in their own voice.
Businesses control their own offers in real-time. Launch a lunch special, post a weekend discount, run a flash sale—consumers see "Deal Ready" badges and can send coupons straight to their phone via SMS.
Need to hire? Post job openings at no additional charge. Listings show "Now Hiring" badges and reach job seekers actively browsing local businesses in your area.
Each business gets unique QR codes for customer feedback. High satisfaction scores route to Google reviews. Low scores with contact info create private resolution cases—fix problems before they become public complaints.
Automated system shows whether you're open right now, including different hours for different services (restaurant vs. bar hours, for example). Consumers never waste a trip to a closed business.
Businesses appear in search results based on how close they are to the consumer—not who paid for top placement. Democratic discovery that serves both businesses and customers fairly.
Hungry consumers tap one button and instantly see all open restaurants sorted by distance. Simple. Fast. Exactly what they need when they need it.
Business owners control everything: hours, photos, videos, coupons, job postings, and feedback settings. No calling support, no waiting—make changes instantly from any device.
Every market gets natural, memorable domains based on actual street names. When people hear it once on the radio, they remember it. That's the power of authentic local branding.
Radio stations, television stations, and Chambers of Commerce already have massive local authority, trusted brands, and existing advertiser relationships. HOST gives you a proprietary digital platform that leverages all of that while creating a sustainable new revenue stream.
This isn't reselling commodity Google or Facebook services. This is your platform, branded to your market, where you own the relationship with businesses and consumers.
Turn your entire market into prospects. Every business becomes a potential client at an accessible price point that opens doors traditional broadcast can't.
Unlike commercials that stop playing, HOST works 24/7. Your commercial inventory gets complemented by an always-on platform that keeps working long after the ad airs.
You've spent years—sometimes generations—building market authority and consumer trust. HOST lets you retain and monetize that value instead of giving it away to enterprise tech.
New reps need volume closes and an expanded prospect base. Veteran reps need motivation to get back to cold calling fundamentals. HOST delivers both.
Radio and TV already do the hardest part: informing, storytelling, and connecting local businesses with consumers. HOST extends that core mission into the digital space with tools that actually match how broadcast works—mobile-first, always-on, and built around trusted local brands.
Proof that distance-based sorting creates better outcomes for everyone
When someone searches for "pizza near me," they don't want to see the chain restaurant across town that paid for top placement. They want the pizzeria three blocks away. GPS sorting gives them exactly what they're looking for—businesses they can actually visit without a 20-minute drive. The result? Higher satisfaction, more visits, and better user experience.
A small independent shop can't outspend a national chain in advertising budget. But they can compete on proximity. When the platform sorts by distance, that local shop shows up first for nearby consumers—giving them visibility they'd never get in pay-to-play systems. The playing field is level, and success comes from being a great business in a great location, not from having the biggest marketing budget.
When consumers discover businesses near them and those businesses thrive, the entire business district benefits. Foot traffic is contagious. Someone visiting one business discovers the neighboring shops. QR codes encourage customers to explore the full directory. The platform becomes a tool for businesses to share each other, creating a rising tide that lifts all boats in the community.
For radio stations, TV stations, and Chambers of Commerce, HOST creates a proprietary asset that generates recurring revenue while deepening relationships with local businesses. You're not just selling ads anymore—you're providing an essential business utility that businesses renew year after year. That's sustainable revenue and sustainable value.
Whether you're a broadcast partner looking to grow a new digital division or a business district seeking your own discovery platform, we're ready to help you get started.