Despite adversity, retailers have quickly adapted and demonstrated their agility by turning to experiential offerings that facilitate the physical connection that society craves. In many cases, brand licensing underpins these interactive and tactile offerings, serving as a strategic tool for retailers to drive growth by leveraging well-known brands. Although, will the return of location-based experiences […]
August 2021 Issue
Online Reviews Establish Trust & Drive Purchase Behavior
The ecommerce world has changed dramatically since the height of the pandemic, and now that many consumers are used to shopping online, these changes could be here to stay. Probably one of the bigger changes is the importance of online reviews, which have become a huge factor impacting online purchase decisions, even ranking above price, […]
Consumer Economic Optimism Continues to Rise
With the gradual reopening of the economy and post-pandemic recovery on the horizon, retail sales continue to experience an uptick: May retail sales reflected a 6 percent increase above the first quarter monthly average, hinting at growth for many retailers across the U.S. With consumers spending more heavily in restaurants, gas and clothing categories that […]
Refresh Any Space with Air Fresheners from R. R. Lalena
Now that more consumers are getting out of their houses and hosting parties for friends and family, air fresheners are a great way to make any home inviting and smell amazing. They can also be placed inside cars, bathrooms, closets, and basically anywhere to freshen up the space. From exclusive items to the average brand, […]
Small Business Spirit is Thriving
Small business owners report they are doing better than expected as the economy continues to gain steam amid the waning pandemic, according to the results of the 2021 Small Business Survey by TD Bank®. The survey polled more than 750 small businesses nationwide with less than $5 million in annual revenue, from sole proprietors with […]
Start Your Brand with ILW Sciences
Whether you are already selling large quantities of CBD products or just getting started, ILW Sciences can help grow your business. With their fully stocked warehouse of raw ingredients and ready-to-go products, they can move quickly to meet your needs. ILW Sciences is a fully certified, full-service contract nutraceutical manufacturer based in the USA. With […]
Vending Machines Taking the CBD Industry by Storm
Anytime CBD, an innovative, creative, and market savvy CBD company, has built a partnership with Fusion CBD to ramp up their installations of the Anytime CBD Smart Mini Kiosk vending machines in retail locations throughout midstate New York. The company already has relationships with c-stores in California and Chestnut Markets in New York to put […]
A Must-Attend Event for the Decorated Apparel Industry
Impressions Expo Fort Worth is the premier expo and conference dedicated to the decorated apparel industry. Taking place September 10-12, 2021, at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas, retailers can browse through different categories including blank apparel, embroidery, screen and digital printing, sublimation, and many others. Source New Suppliers on the Show […]
How to Build a Successful Omnichannel Experience
Many retailers see their customers using multiple channels and understand that unifying the relationship between social media, physical locations, and ecommerce options is vital for survival. Knowing that you need to create an impactful omnichannel experience for shoppers is one thing, but making it a reality is different altogether. Why Do You Need to Build […]
USA CBD Expo a Huge Hit in Atlanta
In a completely sold-out show, hundreds of exhibitors gathered to experience an industry event where CBD, hemp, and other alternative products took the spotlight. Presented by three of the world’s best CBD seed banks: Rocket Seeds, Vancoast Seeds, and Crop King Seeds, USA CBD Expo brought in over 7,000 attendees for their 2021 Atlanta, Georgia […]