by admin | Oct 16, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, Opinion, Retail Strategy
SDI Productions via Getty Images A majority of consumers visit stores for the experience, according to a Ryder survey. The kind of experience they want can differ, from picking up orders to seeking associate advice. Dive Brief: Shoppers, particularly younger ones,...
by admin | Oct 14, 2024 | BRA Community Partners, Community, Customer Experience, Customer Loyalty, Industry
How to Start a Fundraising Program and Make a Difference | Credit: Getty Images by Peter Dazeley In today’s world, retail companies are faced with intense competition and are constantly seeking ways to differentiate themselves from their competitors. One...
by admin | Oct 2, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, News, Skate Art, Skateboard, Small Business
Screen shot from YouTube video New episode of CORE shows the talent and dedication of one of skateboarding’s most dedicated skateshop owners You ought to know Paul Kobriger from his many years of working in the skateboard industry. From TransWorld to...
by admin | Sep 30, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, Retail Technologies
Image via Freepik Retail businesses stand at the forefront of innovation in our digital age – not just for what they sell but also how they sell. Creating an accessible shopping experience is paramount to embracing diversity and ensuring everyone, regardless of their...
by admin | Sep 26, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Customer Service, HR, News, Resources, Retail Strategy
The first few seconds of a customer’s visit to a retail store are critical to setting the tone for their entire shopping experience. Too often, store associates miss this opportunity to create a lasting impression because they’re distracted or unsure how to engage....
by admin | Sep 7, 2024 | BRA Community Partners, Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, Industry, News, Opinion, Skateboard
One thing that is certain is the uncertainty of our shared history, especially in the online age. Like a scar or a gaudy gold ring, the past only exists if we carry it with us and show it to everyone we can. There have always been those who’d rather not, instead,...