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Business Succession and Exit Planning

As a business leader, protecting your company value and continued legacy is a major priority as you plan for retirement. These resources can help.

Nationwide Marketing Group’s March PrimeTime Event Leveled Up the Power of Connection

NMG PrimeTime in San Antonio, TX offered top economic, digital and retail insights for independent retail along with peer-to-peer learning opportunities.

High Point Market: Best Reasons to Attend & Tips to Navigate Like a Pro

Wondering if High Point Market is worth the trip? Read these top reasons to attend, plus tips for a smooth and optimized Market experience.

How Independent Retailers Are Winning in the Digital Age: Insights from Industry Leaders

The digital landscape is evolving rapidly. Three NMG retailers share how they are leveraging tools, optimizing websites and refining marketing strategies to drive growth.

Digital Strategies for Retail Success

For independent retailers looking to launch or grow their online presence, these are the questions to ask before investing in any technology.

March 2025 PrimeTime Vendor Booth Awards

Announcing awardees for best Vendor expo booths in five categories, as seen at Nationwide’s PrimeTime event in San Antonio, Texas.

Mattress University: Industry Insights and Selling Strategies Presented by Scott Vaughn, Founder of Happy ZZZ’s and Wingo Coaching

Read more about the effects of sleep on overall health and strategies to sell the value of “premium sleep” in the mattress industry.

Top 2025 Trends in Appliances, Furniture, Bedding and Outdoor — Spotted at the NMG PrimeTime Expo

Read about this year’s trending products from top vendors in various categories, specifically in the independent retail space.

Understanding Today’s Programmatic Media Landscape: Opportunities, Action Items, and Strategic Insights to Optimize Toward Business Outcomes for Local and Regional Advertisers

Learn why programmatic advertising through CTV, streaming audio and retargeting helps local businesses, and how to leverage AI tools, transparency, and measurable outcomes for effective campaigns.

The U.S. DOE Announced Almost a Dozen State IRA Launches; How Can Independent Retailers Prepare?

Read about 6 examples of state launches, the implication to retailers and how larger states are leveraging existing energy efficiency programs.

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Labor Day Data Show Consumers Were Back Out in Force – and Spending

Labor Day Data Show Consumers Were Back Out in Force – and Spending

The retail channel’s annual end-of-summer sales event proved to be better than expected for independent appliance and furniture and bedding retailers across the country. Foot traffic to stores and dollars spent were up, according to multiple industry sources. This...

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Independent Thinking Podcast

208: US EPA’s Dan Cronin Makes His First Visit to a PrimeTime, Highlights ENERGY STAR Program

208: US EPA’s Dan Cronin Makes His First Visit to a PrimeTime, Highlights ENERGY STAR Program

While with us in Las Vegas for his first experience at a PrimeTime event, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Program Manager Dan Cronin sat down for a podcast. Cronin recounted his experience at the show, talked about the just announced Partner of the Year Awards (of which, NMG was an honoree) and much more. 

207: Nastasi’s Shares the Secrets to Its Four Generations of Success

207: Nastasi’s Shares the Secrets to Its Four Generations of Success

The odds of a family-owned business making it past the second generation are never really great. So, the fact that Oaklyn, NJ-based Nastasi’s is currently a fourth-generation owned and operated independent retail store is simply miraculous.

206: A Deep Dive Into OneShop, NMG’s Simplified Digital Solutions Platform

206: A Deep Dive Into OneShop, NMG’s Simplified Digital Solutions Platform

Unveiled during PrimeTime in Las Vegas this week, OneShop is Nationwide Marketing Group’s revamped and upgraded digital solutions platform that’s tailored to the needs of the independent retail channel.

205: Powerhouse Alliance Talks Tech Trends and More

205: Powerhouse Alliance Talks Tech Trends and More

Powerhouse Alliance Executive Director Dennis Holzer dives into the world of distributor buying groups with us and talks about the trends in product and purchasing that they see on the distributor side of the business.

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