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“Black Friday vs Small Business Saturday” by David Oliveira via Retail Dive

by admin | Nov 24, 2025 | Brick & Mortar, Clearance Sales / Discounting, Customer Experience, Holiday, News

If tighter purse strings have you worried about holiday revenue, take heart. This year’s shopping season is shaping up to be big. According to a 2025 Intuit QuickBooks survey, consumers plan to spend 25% more this holiday season – an estimated $263...

“How To Decorate Your Retail Store For The Holidays” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

by admin | Nov 21, 2025 | Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Holiday, News, Retail Strategy, Sales Training, Story Telling

Decorating a store is at the heart of great retailing. During these times, it will be the deciding factor in wowing wary shoppers and increasing impulse buying. Various seasonal times and holidays can inspire retailers to create magic for their customers. Young and...

“Solving the Supply Chain Puzzle: How Inicio Apparel Delivers High-Quality Blanks Without the Hassle” by Alyzah Mohammed

by admin | Nov 13, 2025 | Apparel /Fashion, Brick & Mortar, News, Opinion, Outdoor, Private Label, Resources, Surf

Why retailers are turning to this solution as a smarter, more sustainable alternative to traditional sourcing models. In today’s retail climate, finding high-quality blank apparel that’s both reliable and affordable shouldn’t feel like a gamble. But for many...

“Chris Bacon: Driving Passion, Culture, and a Skateboarding Legacy” via Trackfly community blog

by admin | Oct 30, 2025 | Brick & Mortar, Data Driven Performance, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

Few stories in the skateboarding world capture both the passion and dedication of a local shop owner quite like Chris Bacon’s journey with Board of Missoula. From humble beginnings to becoming a cornerstone of Montana’s skate and snowboard community, Chris’s story is...

“3 Problems Every Board Shop Customer Has — and How to Fix Them Instantly” by Kevin Adametz via Retail Solutions

by admin | Oct 25, 2025 | Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Industry, News, Product Reviews

Every board shop customer knows the struggle: killer shoes, soaked gear, and that unmistakable post-session funk. Whether it’s a day in the park, a dawn surf, or a weekend on the mountain, moisture and odor always tag along for the ride.Meet SmellWell Freshener...

“Tariffs force more Orvis store closures” by Daphne Howland via Retail Dive

by admin | Oct 22, 2025 | Brick & Mortar, Governmental Affairs, News, Tariffs

In 2026 Orvis will close 31 stores and five outlets. Cara Salpini/Retail Dive The outdoor retailer began scaling down a year ago in order to focus on its core sports fishing and bird hunting customer. Dive Brief: Orvis early next year will shutter 31 stores and five...