Las Vegas Market (LVMKT) launched back in 2005, and since that time has grown and evolved to become the one of the most comprehensive home décor, furniture and gift markets in the Western US. Held in the top-of-the line World Market Center campus in Las Vegas, the show offers attending retailers a huge bounty of […]
April 2019 Issue
WWIN Show Sparkles In Las Vegas
Attention all fashion forward retailers! If you’re on the lookout for what’s new and trending in the ladies apparel and accessories, then Clarion UX’s Womenswear In Nevada Show, to be held August 12-15, 2019 at the Rio Hotel & Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, is your must-see show for the Fall and Winter selling […]
Lancaster County’s Keystone Wholesale Mall
In May 2005, Lancaster County’s Keystone Wholesale Mall opened as a cash and carry store located in the heart of Lancaster County, PA. The store is for wholesale buyers only and is not open to the public. Lancaster County has become a destination for wholesale buyers to do their purchasing and there are quite a […]
Creating Targeted Marketing Efforts Without Increasing Your Ad Spend
As a local retailer, you have the distinct advantage of personally knowing your customers better than any large retailer ever could. And there’s no doubt that your personal familiarity with shoppers and your town are reflected in the in-store experience. But, when it comes to marketing outside of your store, there are different strategies you […]
Tips to Optimize Your Retail Checkout
So much to do, so little time. There are so many sales and customer service opportunities at the point of purchase, yet it can feel next to impossible to fit them all in during one transaction. Upselling products, suggesting a gift card, asking for an email address, and soliciting feedback are all considered standard best […]
Lend Customers a Helping Hand with The Smarter Hook
The Smarter Hook is an innovative product that provides an extra hand when and where you need it. Smarter Hook is designed for hanging grocery bags or diaper bags on shopping carts, attaching your purse to your luggage suitcase, organizing cords, hanging up gear while camping, and just about anything you can think of. Yvette […]
4 Steps for Crafting an Effective Window Display
Spring is upon us. Shoppers are emerging from their homes and venturing onto Main Street in search of fresh air, and of course, some fresh retail finds. There’s no time like the present to do some spring-cleaning on your window displays. An appealing storefront is critical for catching the eye of passers-by. And, once you […]
How to Win a Customer for Life
For many independent online sellers, getting your website in front of potential shoppers can be challenging. Optimizing SEO is harder and more competitive than ever, with preference often given to larger companies. Social media promotions offer greater visibility, but at a cost, and that landscape is also very crowded. In other words, once a customer […]
Dallas Market Center
Dallas Market Center, located in Dallas,Texas, is a 5,000,000 square foot wholesale trade center housing showrooms which sell consumer products including gifts, lighting, home décor, apparel, fashion accessories, shoes, tabletop/housewares, gourmet, floral, holiday, and more. The marketplace is open to qualified retail buyers and interior designers, manufacturers, and industry professionals. Market events throughout the year […]
The Evolution of Customer Loyalty
Even though it’s been proven that more customers prefer to shop in store than online, it can still be a dizzying process trying to market to them and keep them loyal. You might even stop trying to bring old customers back and put your focus on bringing new ones in. Imagine being able to win […]