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“Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin and Surf Expo Raise Money for Maui Sports Foundation” by Tiffany Montgomery via Shop Eat Surf

“Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin and Surf Expo Raise Money for Maui Sports Foundation” by Tiffany Montgomery via Shop Eat Surf

by | Sep 23, 2023 | BRA Community Partners, Brick & Mortar, Community, Industry, News, Surf, Trade Shows

Quiet Storm owner Bill Dreibelbis, Hi-Tech Surf Sports owner Kim Ball, Sun Diego owner Dave Nash. Photo by SES. In addition to the buying and selling happening on the floor of Surf Expo, there was philanthropy in the mix as well. High volume retailer Quiet Storm has...
“Optimize Your Retail Store Location To Boost Foot Traffic And Conversions” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

“Optimize Your Retail Store Location To Boost Foot Traffic And Conversions” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

by | Sep 17, 2023 | Brick & Mortar, Commercial Real Estate, Community, Customer Experience, Event Planning, Resources, Retail Economy, Retail Strategy

Choosing the right location for your retail store is complex but crucial. It requires a deep understanding of your target market, brand, and business model. Whether you’re struggling with foot traffic and conversions, looking to add a location, relocate an...
“How Livestreaming Can Help Brands and Retailers Optimize Digital Shelf Space” by Zarnaz Arlia via Total Retail

“How Livestreaming Can Help Brands and Retailers Optimize Digital Shelf Space” by Zarnaz Arlia via Total Retail

by | Aug 17, 2023 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, E-Commerce, m-commerce, Merchandising, News, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies, Social Commerce, Social Media

After first gaining popularity in the mid-1980s when CPG markets saw an explosion of products, slotting fees continue to be a routine cost retailers charge brands. Essentially, a slotting fee is what brands and manufacturers pay to have their products placed in prime...