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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.

Retail Revolution or Transformation? It’s All About AI in 2025

Adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an essential priority for Independent retailers. Learn about 7 practical ways to utilize AI.

Member Spotlight: EDS TV

As we learn from EDS TV, evolving in business is anything but simple. It takes time, intuition, trial and error and a whole lot of grit.

Member Spotlight: DEWS Appliance, Heating & Cooling, Parts

While the “it” in “DEWS Has It” certainly refers to the retailer’s inventory of appliances, the DEWS it-factor goes far beyond the product.

The latest

Does the Super Bowl Impact TV Sales?

Does the Super Bowl Impact TV Sales?

A deep dive into past data and present predictions to determine how much the Super Bowl affects consumer spending — especially on TVs.

Are QR Codes the New Barcode?

Are QR Codes the New Barcode?

Global manager of barcode standards, GS1, says QR codes could replace barcodes as early as 2027. But is this feasible across all industries?

How Much is Too Much Personalization?

How Much is Too Much Personalization?

AI makes it easier than ever to personalize marketing automations, but are brands’ tactics making customers feel valued or pushing them away?

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Independent Thinking Podcast

236: Reconnecting with No Child Hungry at PrimeTime

236: Reconnecting with No Child Hungry at PrimeTime

The team from No Child Hungry returned to the PrimeTime show floor in August. While there, we took the opportunity to sit down with Senior Vice President Mike Whitaker to get the latest on the meal packing initiative, other programs NCH has launched and the impact that giveback efforts can have on the businesses that participate.

235: Tereaux Elevates the Allure of Outdoor Cooking and Entertaining

235: Tereaux Elevates the Allure of Outdoor Cooking and Entertaining

Though making their PrimeTime debut this past August, Tereaux presented itself as a veteran in the space with a luxurious lineup and plan to help dealers tackle the booming outdoor entertainment category.

234: Amid a Star-Studded PrimeTime, Legacy Classic | Modern Shares Several Updates

234: Amid a Star-Studded PrimeTime, Legacy Classic | Modern Shares Several Updates

Tahira Dock Johnson, director of sales operations for Legacy Classic | Modern, joins us to talk about what’s new and exciting for their brand, how they’re helping drive traffic to independent dealers’ stores and more.

233: Furrion Sheds Light On the Growth in Outdoor Entertainment

233: Furrion Sheds Light On the Growth in Outdoor Entertainment

Outdoor entertainment really seemed to come into the fore during the last few years as consumers put effort into creating lively spaces outside the four walls of their homes. Yet, as Furrion National Sales Manager Aaron Mellow shared, there’s still plenty of education needed around this space – for both consumers and independent retailers.

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