Virtual PrimeTime, the second all-digital edition of Nationwide’s free business, networking and education event, will run March 16-18.
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Experience and Technology are Driving Innovation in the Kitchen
During the Virtual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the Design Bites program serves as a microcosm of the industry as a whole, showing how technology and experience are driving innovation in the space.
Two Years In, AT&T Program Continues to Evolve
Over those two years, Nationwide and AT&T have continued working closely with participating dealers to learn more about the in-store experience and how the program could be improved upon.
What the Top Voice Commands of 2020 Tell Us About the Growth of the Smart Home
The release of a top voice commands list details how consumers are interacting with their smart home products — and how retailers can best position those products.
Registration for Nationwide Marketing Group’s March Virtual PrimeTime Show Is Open
Second all-digital edition of Nationwide’s free business and education event, Virtual PrimeTime will run March 16-18.
Independent Retailers’ Confidence Maintains Status Quo in February
The overall confidence of the Independent retail channel remained relatively unchanged in February, but dealers reported some interesting details about what drove their confidence in February.
5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Next Virtual Event
We’ve been attending virtual events for nearly an entire year now. In that time, we’ve learned a little bit abotu how to make the most of these experiences.
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CES 2021 Takeaway: Display Technology is Advancing at a Break-Necking Pace
Innovation in the TV space was on full, ahem, display at CES 2021 thanks to the intro of rollable and transparent screens and more.
CES 2021 Takeaway: Creating Comfort and Convenience for Your Customer
Smart home products introduced at CES 2021 had one main theme that brought them all together: creating comfort and convenience for the consumer.
Independent Retail Confidence Remains Flat to Start the New Year
Nationwide Marketing Group’s independent retail confidence index report remained relatively flat heading into the first month of 2021.
Nationwide Marketing Group Sticks with Highly Successful Virtual PrimeTime Format for First 2021 Show
Nationwide Marketing Group will again hold a Virtual PrimeTime in March. The group also is eyeing a return to in-person events once it’s safe to do so, including regional shows.
Remembering John Jetson, Owner and Co-Founder of Jetson TV & Appliance
Nationwide Marketing Group is saddened to learn of the recent passing of longtime Member and retailer John Jetson, owner and co-founder of Jetson TV & Appliance in Southeast Florida.
IMC Reschedules Las Vegas, High Point Markets
In separate announcements posted on December 15, International Market Centers (IMC) and the High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announced date changes for their 2021 events in Las Vegas and High Point, NC, respectively. Citing ongoing government and travel restrictions...
Winter Worries? Indie Retail Confidence Dips in December NMG Index
Despite a dip in confidence heading into the final month of 2020, Independent retailers continue strong performance in the December NMG Index.
Infographic: COVID-19’s Impact on Independent Retail and Consumers Shopping Habits
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely reshaped so many facets of so many different industries. The Independent retail channel was among the many forced to quickly adapt to new norms and fast-paced swings in consumer behaviors. Now, more than eight months after the...
Virtual PrimeTime Draws Record-Setting Engagement from Nationwide Marketing Group Members
While the 57th edition of PrimeTime looked and felt a little different, the virtual event saw more than 1,200 member companies engage with the platform over three days.
Independent Retailers’ Confidence Climbs as Holiday Shopping Commences
The November NMG Index inched up in November, setting the Independent retail channel up for a strong push during the final two months of 2020, just as the holiday shopping season gets into full swing.
Member Spotlight: Paul’s Furniture
Renee Spresser is the owner of Paul’s Furniture in Selden, KS — the small-town furniture store with a larger-than-life personality.
GE Appliances Program Lets Nationwide Dealers Purchase Digital Price Tags Using Co-Op Dollars
GE Appliances recently approved a new program that will allow Nationwide members to use their accrued co-op dollars to purchase digital price tags for their stores.