Trading cards have captivated collectors for generations, creating a vibrant community of enthusiasts eager to showcase their prized possessions. Expos and conventions offer a unique platform for collectors to display, trade, and sell their cards. To make the most of these events, understanding the importance of presentation and protection through the use of portable showcases Read More …
What if you were missing out on your chance to get a very handsome profit? If you are in retail, this is the perfect time to make some serious money. In fact, year-over-year sales are up by 8.3%! However, some retailers are getting a bigger piece of that pie than others. If you want to Read More …
Humans are naturally curious creatures, and in our spare time, we like to travel to fun destinations in search of friends, adventure, and something new. We don’t just head to big cities, either. Plenty of people enjoy visiting small towns and coastal villages to escape the stress and hectic pace of life in urban environments. Read More …
As more households invite pets like cats, dogs, fish, birds, and more exotic species to join the family, they naturally need pet products to ensure the health and comfort of their animal friends. This means providing nutritious and suitable food, as well as purchasing pet beds, cages and tanks, collars and harnesses, toys, bathing and Read More …
Holiday internet sales continue to soar as consumers demonstrate their increasing preference to make online purchases. The result: merchants are discovering that Black Friday marketing strategies can be modified and extended throughout the holiday shopping season. Recent data by leading retail analysts indicates that holiday shoppers are continuing to choose Cyber Monday deal surfing over Read More …
You spend a lot of time and money creating products and services designed to add value and convenience to the lives of your customers. You present and market these products in keeping with your branding, finding ways to attract interested consumers, increase awareness and demand, and create a community of patrons. How does the consumer Read More …
When the weather turns warm and people begin to roll down their windows, hop on their bikes, or take a leisurely stroll past your shop, it’s time to start thinking about holding a sidewalk sale. By placing some of your wares in front of your establishment, you can grab attention and entice shoppers inside. This Read More …
These days, it seems like it’s not enough to set up a retail location that fulfills only the single goal of selling products. Some retailers are finding ways to re-brand the customer experience by adding social value to the retail location. Just look at some retailers that sell high-end yoga and athletic gear. Many retail Read More …
So often, retailers hear the importance of being “on brand.” With large online retailers gobbling up sales, it can be difficult to get a new customers in your store and provide them with a unique experience. Now, more than ever, it is important to match the feel of your bricks and mortar store with that Read More …
Opening a seasonal store offers a host of issues that permanent stores don’t always face. From a short season to finding employees, seasonal stores can present real challenges to retailers. There are, however, some things you can do to better prepare. In a tourist town, knowing your customers and understanding that you may only have Read More …