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“How consumers are celebrating a record-breaking St. Patrick’s Day – Lucky for retailers, people aren’t just wearing green — they’re spending it too” by Lea Grgich via National Retail Federation Blog

“How consumers are celebrating a record-breaking St. Patrick’s Day – Lucky for retailers, people aren’t just wearing green — they’re spending it too” by Lea Grgich via National Retail Federation Blog

by | Mar 15, 2023 | Community, Customer Experience, Holiday, News, Retail Strategy

With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, consumers are donning green clothes and buying green food dye in preparation for the lucky holiday — and more people are celebrating than ever before. This year, 61% of consumers plan to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, up...
“Skiers And Snowboarders, Men And Women Have Rare Chance To Compete Together In Dew Tour Superpipe Jam” by Michelle Bruton via Forbes plus video of big air and entire competition courtesy of Dew Tour

“Skiers And Snowboarders, Men And Women Have Rare Chance To Compete Together In Dew Tour Superpipe Jam” by Michelle Bruton via Forbes plus video of big air and entire competition courtesy of Dew Tour

by | Feb 28, 2023 | Community, Competitions, Debate, Industry, News, Olympics, Snowboard

Ayumu Hirano competes in the Dew Tour High Air & Best Trick Jam at Copper Mountain MIKE YOSHIDA If you overhear someone today commenting on the “rivalry” between skiers and snowboarders, chances are they were around in the ’70s when snowboarders began to join the...
“How To Visual Merchandise And Create Killer Retail Display Windows” by Bob Phibbs via Retail Doctor Blog plus intro to outstanding window graphics vendor who is providing a very special discount for BRA Retail Members

“How To Visual Merchandise And Create Killer Retail Display Windows” by Bob Phibbs via Retail Doctor Blog plus intro to outstanding window graphics vendor who is providing a very special discount for BRA Retail Members

by | Feb 13, 2023 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Merchandising, Resources, Retail Strategy

Visual Merchandising is something many retailers feel challenged by. What to put in the store window? What to put with it? How much to put in the window? These are great questions to ask yourself. After all, your window is your brand. It’s a physical...