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Queen City Receives Presidential Award at Nationwide Marketing Group PrimeTime Event

The award recognition followed the official launch of NMG Gives, a formalized initiative to support the needs of children globally through local activations.

Nationwide Marketing Group Teams Up with J.B. Hunt to Launch Exclusive Freight Program for Furniture & Bedding Retailers

The collaboration includes specialized freight handling, exclusive discounts, and reliable delivery solutions for NMG independent retailers.

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.

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Member Spotlight: King’s/Great Buys Plus

Member Spotlight: King’s/Great Buys Plus

There’s a saying about how, in the absence of data, opinions matter. For King’s Great Buys Plus, the key is ensuring they never have to lean on an opinion when there’s an abundance of data readily available.

How to Thrive in a Challenging Economy

How to Thrive in a Challenging Economy

Despite the somewhat bleak outlook, there is no shortage of opportunity. With the right strategies in place, you can maintain your competitive edge and continue to thrive.

Member Spotlight: Howard’s

Member Spotlight: Howard’s

The team at Howard’s Appliance, TV & Mattress is passionate about product protection and its benefits to both customers and the bottom line.

Boost Your Business with EPIC Protect

Boost Your Business with EPIC Protect

EPIC Protect extended service contracts offer a compelling way to enhance customer satisfaction while boosting revenue and loyalty. Here are four reasons why EPIC Protect is a strategic choice for your business.

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Independent Thinking Podcast

196: Independent Retailers Remained Resilient in ’23, So What’s In Store for ’24?

196: Independent Retailers Remained Resilient in ’23, So What’s In Store for ’24?

To kick off a new year of the Independent Thinking Podcast, we check in with NMG’s EVP of Membership Patrick Maloney who has his finger on the pulse of this channel. After a brief recap of the roller coaster that was 2023, we look ahead to the areas of opportunity for independent retailers in 2024.

195: What Is a Strong Brand, and What Does It Take To Build One?

195: What Is a Strong Brand, and What Does It Take To Build One?

Your brand is everything. It’s what you stand for. It’s what your customers see when they engage with you. It’s the image that comes to mind when others think about you. But what does it take to build a brand – and a strong one at that? We sat down with Rob White, VP of Brand and Strategy for NMG, to dive into that and a whole lot more.

194: NMG and NASEO Work Together to Tackle the Inflation Reduction Act

194: NMG and NASEO Work Together to Tackle the Inflation Reduction Act

To learn more about how NMG is working with the National Association of State Energy Officials, we sat down with David Terry, President of NASEO. We get into the work the organization does on behalf of its members, how the Inflation Reduction Act has impacted their day to day, and more.

193: Spicher’s Shows Security Can Deliver as a Differentiator

193: Spicher’s Shows Security Can Deliver as a Differentiator

Around in the Hagerstown, Maryland area since the mid-1950s, Spicher’s Appliances took a unique step and expanded into the security category in 2010. Over the past decade plus, Spicher’s has seen that business flourish and prove to be a real differentiator in their market.

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