The June 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine is our Annual Trade Show Special. Check out more timely Product Trends, News, and Marketing tips as they are added to our website here:
The Imprinted Sportswear Shows Announces Rebranding as Impressions Expo for 2020
The Imprinted Sportswear Shows (ISS), owned and operated by Emerald Expositions, a leading operator of business-to-business (B2B) trade shows in the United States, will be rebranding in 2020 with a new name: Impressions Expo. This transition will start with its annual trade show in Long Beach, CA, on Jan. 17-19, 2020. Subsequent regional events in […]
Local Toy Companies and Volunteers Bring Toys and Smiles to South Florida Kids in Need
by Kristin Morency, The Toy Association “Play Your Part,” a nationwide philanthropic event series hosted by The Toy Foundation (TTF), made its way to South Florida in April, bringing brand-new toys and games to more than 250 children in need. Held in partnership with Junior Achievement South Florida at its Coconut Creek headquarters, the fun-filled […]
Be Nice or Bust: Studies Show Small Businesses Held to Higher Standards
by Don Campbell A University of Toronto, Scarborough, researcher has found that small businesses are held to higher customer service standards because shoppers expect them to be more friendly, honest, and helpful than large or chain stores. The research, published in the Journal of Consumer Research, looked at how company size not only affects customer […]
The April 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine is Available Now!
The April 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine. Featuring Summer Souvenirs! Check out more timely Product Trends, News, and Marketing tips as they are added to our website here:
Take Control of Your Inventory Management with Handheld Scanners
by Kasey Cover, Digital Marketing & Consumer Loyalty, FasTrax Solutions As a retailer, it’s important that you keep an eye on your most important investment: your inventory. FasTrax’s Warehouse solutions handle the heavy lifting of your inventory management needs so you don’t have to. It all starts with software and barcodes, and a not-so-secret solution: […]
How Pop-Up Stores Are Revolutionizing the Retail Space
The retail space has seen a lot of technological advancements, but perhaps none more impactful than the pop-up store. In fact, according to Storefront Magazine, temporary pop-up shops are expected to generate $50 billion annually across the globe, and have been accepted as a proven marketing strategy for big brands. The pop-up store is a […]
The March 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine is Available Now!
The March 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine. New Products: Home Décor, Wellness, Children’s Apparel, and more. Check out more timely Product Trends, News, and Marketing tips as they are added to our website here:
The February 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine is Available Now!
The February 2019 Issue of Independent Retailer Magazine. Prep Your Store for the New Spring Season! Check out more timely Product Trends, News, and Marketing tips as they are added to our website here:
Halloween & Party Expo Preview
It may be only January, but retailers across the country already have Halloween on the brain. The biggest Halloween event in retail is happening January 25th – 27th in New Orleans. At this trade show by Clarion UX, retailers can find the biggest trends and best deals in costumes, merchandise, and spooky setups. Plus, retailers […]
