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International Wholesale, launched in 1984, is a wholesale distributor and supplier of more than 4,000 products. The company’s lines include food, its largest category, health and personal care items, cleaning products, kitchen & housewares, office & school supplies and more.

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Whether leading a meeting at the office on Monday or brunching with friends on Sunday, young professionals are looking for hip and appropriate fashions. Spring 2014 fashion trends can be mixed with classic work clothes to make the daily grind more stylish.

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Independent retailers big and small can benefit from stocking licensed goods on their store shelves. Licensed products boost sales by attracting new and brand loyal consumers who are willing to open their pocketbooks for brands they recognize and admire.

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The March 2014 issue of Independent Retailer Magazine includes a feature on fresh spring fashion accessories.

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More small business owners are planning to add employees and boost compensation levels, signaling a slightly more positive economic outlook for 2014, according to the most recent Business Confidence Survey released by Insperity, Inc.

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Shoofly Spray from Telam Corp. is a new, nontoxic and all natural insect repellant that is safe for humans and animals. Made in the USA, the product is composed of 14 types of vegetation, and does not contain DEET.

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Plaza Del Sol has developed an exciting and affordable lease concept designed especially for independent retailers. The management group is revamping a 400,000 square foot shopping center in Kissimmee, FL, formerly Osceola Square Mall, to provide an international plaza ambiance, while still maintaining its bevy of popular anchor stores.

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Spring 2014 Fashion Week introduced an array of eye-catching accessories including lots of bold, bright and funky necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Some of the hottest jewelry designs to step off the runway and into your store this season will showcase lots of metal, in body chains as well as stacked cuffs, and materials like Lucite, feathers and more.

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Sourcing Products at Trade Shows

Product sourcing is a critical part of a retail business, and trade shows are great places for retailers to meet with potential suppliers and distributors to find the merchandise they need. Below are several tips to help retailers make the most out of a show.

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