The second-ever NMG Index slides half a point, as retailers’ sales performance continues to shine ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Rob Stott
Introducing the Nationwide Marketing Group Independent Retail Confidence Index
Nationwide Marketing Group has launched a new monthly report that aims to detail the overall sentiment of the Independent retail channel — the NMG Index.
Nationwide Marketing Group Launches Exclusive Appliance Line in Partnership with Element Electronics
Element’s new line of home appliances provides Nationwide dealers with high-demand, readily available product ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Online Spending During Lockdown Has Surpassed Holiday Levels, Adobe Analytics Finds
The latest Digital Economy Index from Adobe Analytics shows that consumers’ online spending during the coronavirus pandemic has outpaced average monthly spending during the holiday shopping season.
MSM Profile: Don Henderson
Get to Know: Don Henderson Don HendersonNationwide CoreStates covered: Multiple states west of Mississippi📧: don.henderson@nationwidegroup.org☎️: 515-867-8320Work Experience United States Air Force 1986 – 1996, Air Traffic Controller / Forward Air Control / Active...
PPP Loan Application Deadline Extended
Over the July 4 holiday weekend, the White House signed a measure giving small businesses an additional five weeks to apply for the remaining $130 billion in available funding.
Bargain Basement Home Center and The Outreach Center Discuss Unique Appliance Consignment Program
A unique partnership between The Outreach Center and Bargain Basement Home Center is helping lower income families in the Morganton, NC, area find new appliances at affordable price points.
Free Social Media Assets and How-To Guides Now Available for Nationwide Marketing Group Members
Social Media Playbook and holiday graphic templates provide a free boost to NMG members’ social media marketing efforts.
Three New Nationwide-Vendor Partnerships Highlight Top-Notch Offerings to Boost the Entertainment Experience
A trio of new vendor programs — with Austere, Enclave Audio and MantelMount — complement one another in the at-home entertainment space.
Nationwide Marketing Group Launches the ShopSafe Promise to Aid Retailers in Recovery
The first-of-its-kind ShopSafe Promise program gives independent retailers the opportunity to pledge to provide a clean, safe place to shop, and gives them access to hours of free CDC-approved training modules.
Retailers Adjusting Well to Life Under Lockdown, According to Latest NMG Member Survey
The challenge of reduced hours and foot traffic haven’t hindered sales performance as much as expected thanks to independent retailers’ mass adoption of digital and web services.
TCL TVs, Home Comfort Products Now Available to Nationwide Members
Partnership brings TCL, America’s fastest-growing TV brand, into the fold for Nationwide Marketing Group’s independent retail members.
Nationwide’s Back to Business Hub Supplies In-Depth Resources for Independent Retailers
Public Back to Business resource center aims to give dealers the tools they need to successfully reopen their businesses in the post-COVID era.
Nationwide Marketing Group Launches Series of State-Specific Webinars to Help Guide Members on the Path Back to Business
As many states across the country begin rolling out their plans to officially reopen and relax social distancing guidelines, independent retailers in those locations are in critical need of guidance and resources to get back to business.
5 FAQs for Implementing PPP – Answered by an Employment Attorney
With independent retailers asking a lot of questions about the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), we turned to an employment attorney for help answering some of the most commonly asked ones.
Retailers Make the Shift to Digital as Foot Traffic Slows and States Close, According to Latest Survey
Third quick-turn survey shows that, as local and state governments continue issuing shelter in place orders, retailers are turning their attention to their websites to remain “open.”
A Quick Q&A with Matthew Shay, President and CEO of NRF
Nationwide Marketing Group recently connected with Matthew Shay, president and CEO of NRF, to discuss their response to the coronavirus pandemic and more.
Be Aware of SBA Loan Scammers
As the application process opens for the Paycheck Protection Program through the U.S. SBA, scammers hope to take advantage of unsuspecting small business owners. Here are some warning signs that the email you received is a fake.
Small Business Paycheck Protection Program Overview
The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities.
How to Make the Most of Working from Home
With millions of Americans suddenly having to adjust to working from home, here are four realistic things small business owners can do to help employees — and themselves — make the most of this situation.