by Lindsey Thompson | Jun 12, 2023 | Industry News
Several independent retail organizations, including the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), have signed a letter in support of the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA). Small Business Rising, a coalition of small business membership associations...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 11, 2022 | Industry News
The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) is conducting a national survey of small independent businesses to gather data and insights into how those businesses are performing and the challenges they are facing. The organization will use the data gathered to inform...
by Lindsey Thompson | Aug 5, 2021 | Industry News, Operational Insights
Your niche category is well stocked, well merchandised and ready for customers to shop. Rather than just wait for customers to discover the department on their own, one of the best ways to get customers into the store is by hosting a store event. Around the holidays,...
by Olivia Shroyer | Jun 24, 2021 | Operational Insights
It goes without saying that marketing and advertising are immensely important for your business to bring in new customers and engage with current ones. But, if you’re an independent home improvement retailer, most likely marketing is not your only or primary hat. When...
