Retail is tough, no doubt about it. You face a constant struggle of trying to maximize customer satisfaction and profits at the same time. Every person who walks through your door wants a deal while you want to improve profit margins. There’s one place in your store where you have an opportunity to cash in Read More …
Organizing a retail space with limited floor space is a difficult task for many businesses. New businesses, as well as established local businesses, tend to face the challenge of merchandising with a small floor plan. It can be extremely frustrating to attempt creating attractive and appealing displays when you don’t have the room you feel Read More …
In 2011, Kendra Gainey opened Gainey Girl Boutique as a dot-com company, and in 2013, as her business grew, she decided to open a brick and mortar store in Roselle, New Jersey. Gainey Girl Boutique is a women’s specialty clothing store where extraordinary women come to dress for work, play and church. According to her Read More …
Using Slatwall Panels And Display Fixtures For Your Retail Business Slatwalls panels and Slatwall Displays fixtures are a versatile way to display merchandise and maximize space in your retail business. Easy to assemble or install, slat wall products create visually impressive displays. Add any of our Slatwall accessories, and you’ll instantly increase the amount Read More …
In 2012, Mary Miller opened Splashed with Creativity because of her lifelong love of art in Crystal Lake IL, after having taught elementary education for 20 years. Today, she sells Canvas Art, Ceramic Tiles, Greeting Cards and more in vibrant and cheery designs. She has used her art to benefit a variety of charities over Read More …
As a business owner, chances are you will experience the challenging and dreaded “slow” season at least once per year. When your peak sales season is over, and business becomes sluggish, use this important time to find long-term solutions that can revitalize your business. Don’t sit back and endure the slumps, but instead, use creative Read More …
When customers and prospective customers walk into or pass by your store, you only have a split second to impress them and grab their attention. One of the best ways to reach them is with attractive retail signs. Signage plays a critical role in representing your brand and, in essence, explaining to the customers what Read More …
In May 2010, Sarah Ercolani opened in Whitmore Lake, Mi a pet supply company that emphasizes in helping Dog Rescue and Non-Profit Organizations. When opening Fun Time Dog Shop, Sarah had two goals in mind. First, to help support some of the over 6 million dogs that are homeless and placed in shelters or with Read More …
Becky Leonard opened Under One Roof in Plattsburgh NY in 1990, to fulfill a lifetime dream of owning and operating her own small business. Prior to opening up her store she worked in retail and restaurants, which gave her the jump-start to open her own business. When deciding the type of store to open she Read More …
At Specialty Store Services, our customers are the foundation of our business. Without them, we would not be where we are today. And while we aim to educate, often times we’ve found that it’s us who ends up learning valuable lessons from our customers. We’re excited to announce a new monthly feature – Customer Spotlight. Read More …