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Retail Voices

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September 15, 2025

De Minimis is Gone, But is it Good News for Gift Retailers? | Carol Schroeder

Retailer Carol Schroeder shares her take on the U.S. ending the de minimis exemption and explains possible negative effects for shop owners.

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August 9, 2025

How to Avoid High Shipping Costs, Plus Other Retail Tips

Retail expert Carol Schroeder shares how store owners can learn from their mistakes, plus how to address rising shipping costs.

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May 27, 2025

Meet 5 Retail Safety, Cybersecurity Leaders Being Honored by the NRF

The National Retail Federation will recognize champions of "retail safety across loss prevention, asset protection and cybersecurity."

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April 14, 2025

Why This Retailer Is Excited About the Arrival of a New Retail Association | Carol Schroeder

Retailer Carol Schroeder discusses Crystal Vilkaitis' new venture Indera, short for the Independent Retailers Association.

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April 8, 2025

5 Top Retailer Questions About Tariffs Answered

What should retailers be doing? Retail experts answer the most frequently asked questions about doing business in this time of tariffs.

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April 7, 2025

The Art of Turning Closeouts Into Profitable Promotions | Carol Schroeder

Thinking about taking advantage of a closeout or overstock offer? Be sure to consider these questions before making your decision.

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April 6, 2025

In Wake of Tariffs, This N.J. Retailer Is Leaning Into ‘Value’ | Nancy Mikulich

Nancy Mikulich, an interior designer and owner of Oasis Home Designs in New Jersey, writes about the need to adapt to survive in business.

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March 31, 2025

Seeking New Promotion Inspiration? Scratch Offs Might Be the Key | Carol Schroeder

How do you turn existing customers into subscribers and followers? Retailer Carol Schroeder has some hot tips.