LanMark Wholesale, a division of LanMark Alternatives LLC, is a wholesaler of electronic cigarettes, from individual components to complete kits. “Ecigs are tremendous products that help free people from their addiction to tobacco cigarettes,” states Sandy Markman, co-owner. “They are becoming enormously popular.”
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The Experian/Moody Analytics Small Business Credit Index rose 1.2 points to 117 in Q4 2013, the fourth consecutive quarter of improvement in small-business credit conditions and the highest index reading since data tracking began in 2011. Findings indicate that small businesses are now reaping some of the benefits of the nearly five-year-old U.S. recovery, according to Experian.
The ASIA AMERICA Wholesale Show, presently in its fifth year, is scheduled for April 8-10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. This B2B wholesale multi-product trade show is now being held in both spring and fall, and attracts buyers from 43 countries, including the Caribbean, Central and South America, and the U.S.
The Toy Industry Association (TIA) is the not-for-profit North American trade association representing all businesses involved in creating and delivering toys and youth entertainment products for kids of all ages. The association’s more than 730 member companies collectively account for about 85 percent of all toys sold in the U.S.
A strong ecommerce presence is an essential prerequisite for survival in today’s hyper-connected marketplace. Transitioning to a new platform can be expensive and time-consuming, and success hinges on your ability to effectively address several key points.
The ultimate in BYOB, Smuggle Your Booze is a line of hot new products for party, novelty and gift retailers. These flasks, cleverly disguised as a tube of sunscreen, tampons, and a soft bag, enable people to bring alcoholic beverages to various events.
Hua Fu International Trading Corporation, launched in 1997 in New York City, wholesales women’s handbags, scarves, sunglasses and wallets. “Nothing is more important to our business than a satisfied customer, so all our bags and accessories are made of the highest quality materials and workmanship,” says Erxi Chen, owner.
Many indie retailers are searching for the right business models to compete against the online giants. While it is easy to imagine why retailers think they need to compete on traditional dimensions such as price, assortment, transactional ease and logistics, that is not what separates Amazon and others from the pack.
Colorful Fire is an easy to use, safe and affordable way to enhance a fire with a brilliant display of colored flames. The packets produce intense colors with no smoke, odor or noxious fumes, and can be used for any indoor or outdoor fire.
Social media can help indie retailers reach current and potential customers. 59 percent of consumers see social media active companies as more approachable and 64 percent of users want companies to use it to answer their questions. Here are social media trends that were on the rise in 2013 and how they can help your small business in 2014.