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Should Your Store Offer Commemorative Products for America’s 250th Celebration? | Carol Schroeder
Some consumers may want semiquincentennial specific items, while others are just interested in patriotic finds, one experienced retailer says.
Why Small is Better When it Comes to Being Experiential | Warren Shoulberg
A retail panel at the winter Total Home & Gift Market in Dallas discusses the long-term investment of customer experiences.
My Inspiration for a Full Year of Store Events | Carol Schroeder
Retailer and author Carol Schroeder shares which holidays, from major occasions to niche ones, that she taps into for store events.
Holiday Home Décor Sales on Par With Last Year, Data Shows
Preliminary data from the annual Retail Spend Monitor from Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA) shows that in-store sales have led the way for seasonal spending.
2025 Was a Year of Tariffs, Uncertainty and AI | Carol Schroeder
From ever-changing tariffs to rapidly-growing AI, 2025 was a year full of new challenges for independent retailers across the country.
Tales of a 34-Year-Old Pop-Up Holiday Market | Linda Cahan
Donna Anderson began the Red Sled Market from her own home before expanding to different retail locations each holiday season.
Why Sharing Expertise, Making Connections Matters More Than Discounts | Carol Schroeder
Micro lessons and taking the time to talk with customers during checkout can add to their overall experience, experienced retailer Carol Schoreder says.
Super Saturday Shopping Poised to Hit a New Record This Week
The last Saturday before Christmas is expected to be a big one, according to the latest data from the National Retail Federation (NRF).