Updated 12/1/20 In the wake of the reopening of brick-and-mortar retailers nationwide, business owners have been forced to keep up with the state by state requirements in order to keep their storefronts open to the public. Independent Retailer has curated a list of the regulations in each state, as well as links to official government […]
September 2020 Issue
Hot Holiday Toys
No holiday is complete without a bunch of toys for all of the children. Whether they’re being gifted a new action figure or even some slime, the way their faces light up once they open that present is priceless. This holiday season, give your customers the gift of seeing their child’s face light up on […]
The Best-Smelling Stocking Stuffer
The Pink Cozy Boot air freshener from FreshandWipe is stylish and available in three great fragrances including Lilac, Cherry, and Jasmine. The cute Cozy Boot air fresheners feature a sole made of fingerprint cleaning microfiber. This product is an ideal stocking stuffer for the holidays! Customers will adore these affordably priced and fast-moving air fresheners. […]
How to Find Products in Short Supply
One of the biggest problems retailers are currently facing is a shortage of products. Essential supplies can be found almost anywhere now, since many companies pivoted to start selling PPE products around May and June, but what about all of those holiday gifts? The COVID-19 Supply Chain Problem There is a looming supply chain problem […]
COVID & Holiday Shopping Behaviors
As the summer continues to slip away and there’s still no end in sight for the pandemic, retailers have to truck on and start preparing for probably one of the most challenging holiday seasons we will come to know. Most retailers don’t know if what they’ve seen from shoppers since the onset of the pandemic […]
The Fusers of CBD & Shea Butter
The creators of Shea Shea La Femme Butter are bringing retailers and consumers everywhere a new and innovative lotion that is sure to be a huge hit during the holiday season. Fusing together CBD and whipped shea butter, users can now enjoy the calming effects of CBD in a high quality moisturizer. CBD Shea Butter […]
Holiday Shipping Struggles Retailers Will Face
There’s no question that retailers will face shipping challenges during the holiday season. With more consumers shopping online due to the pandemic, shipping carriers will be overwhelmed and deliveries will be delayed. This is a reality shoppers will not be happy with. To get an idea of how many consumers will be shopping online this […]
Retailer Spotlight: Vatarie Cosmetics
Creating your own brand can be a scary and difficult adventure for anyone. Add into the equation that you’re a black female, and the process just became that much harder. Even through all of her struggles and hurdles, Leticia Williams founded Vatarie Cosmetics, all the while keeping the ingredients clean and not testing them on […]
Mask Mandates: Tips for De-Escalation & Voluntary Compliance
Many U.S. states are mandating that brick-and-mortar businesses must require face masks for all guests and employees to keep everyone safe. As comforting as this may sound for those looking to make their customers feel safe while shopping in store, many consumers do not want to wear masks and are causing scenes inside of stores. […]
What Your Customers Need for a Happy Quarantine
HOME ESSENTIALS Cooking Utensils Krumbs Kitchen offers a wide variety of fun cooking utensils to liven up any kitchen. From spoons and tongs to straws and aprons, Krumbs Kitchen has everything to keep your customers occupied while being stuck inside their homes. Krumbs Kitchen Tel.: 800-548-6784 www.247dm.com Sunflower Pot Craft Kit Not much […]