Foundational Must-Haves for Gift Shops

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 …

Finishing Touches to Beautify Your Salon

When customers walk into a hair salon, nail shop, or spa, they’re not only looking for top-notch grooming; they also want to relax and leave the stress and demands of their busy lives behind for a little while. For this reason, every element of your decor needs to be functional and contribute to an overall Read More …

Aiming for Luxury with Retail Gifts

The market for luxury goods in the U.S. may grow slowly, but it still leads the world as an estimated $85 billion industry, and growth is relatively steady (roughly 5% annually), thanks to a growing economy and international tourism. Plus, the forecast for luxury goods is extremely positive, with an estimated growth of more than Read More …

Changing Cannabis Laws Create New Retail Opportunities

There are currently 33 states where medical marijuana is legal, and it is now legal for adults age 21+ to use marijuana recreationally in 10 states and Washington, D.C. This is opening new doors for entrepreneurs interested in launching retail dispensaries. Of course, there’s a lot more to selling CBD, marijuana, and related goods than Read More …

How to Open a Vape Shop: Cut Through the Smoke

Vaping is an industry that is on fire. Currently, there are between 6,000 and 7,000 vape shops in the U.S.—not counting smoke shops, convenience stores and other hybrid outlets that also sell vape products. This number is not expected to shrink anytime soon. Distilling the Numbers As the number of tobacco smokers continues to decline, Read More …