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Press Releases
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.”
Second COVID-19 Survey Shows Independent Retailers Are Taking Serious Steps to Prevent Spread of Disease
Follow-up results show that more retailers are implementing measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus — and investing in their digital platforms.
Nationwide Marketing Group Survey Paints First Picture of Independent Retail Landscape, Post COVID-19 Outbreak
Survey data shows that nearly all independent retailers will modify their operating plans in some way, while more than half say business hasn’t been impacted — yet.
Nationwide Marketing Group Creates Coronavirus Resource Center for Independent Retail Channel
The collection of best practices and resources aims to guide independent retail business owners through the coronavirus crisis.
Nationwide Marketing Group Launches Complete Home Tech Support Program with Tech Smart USA
As consumers continue to add more connected devices to their home networks, the Tech Smart USA support service presents an enormous opportunity for members.
Gorrie Partnership Helps Nationwide Members Merchandise the Connected Home Experience
Retail activation firm offers simplified yet engaging in-store connected home experiences that can be catered to Nationwide members’ showrooms.
Nationwide Marketing Group Members Take Part in Texas-Sized PrimeTime in Houston
Houston played host to the 56th PrimeTime show where more than 3,700 attendees got their 2020 off to a strong start with more than $6 million in on-the-spot cash backs and 1,700 show exclusive deals.
WIN: Women In Nationwide and WithIt Find Synergies in Helping Women Advance Professionally
WIN and WithIt, a women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industries, launch partnership at PrimeTime in Houston.
Furrion Brings Outdoor TV’s to Nationwide, Distributed By O’Rourke Sales
Furrion, a global leader of innovative products and solutions for the specialty vehicle, consumer and marine markets, recently announced it has selected O'Rourke Sales Company as distribution and fulfillment partner for the Independent Appliance and Consumer...
Nationwide Marketing Group Is “All Systems Go” for 56th PrimeTime Conference in Houston
A four-day business conference and trade show, PrimeTime will feature deep dives on connected home and outdoor products, as well as an inspirational keynote address from former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino.
The Independent Thinking Podcast, Presented by Nationwide Marketing Group, Hits the Airwaves
Available to stream on all major podcasting platforms, the Independent Thinking Podcast aims to share Nationwide members’ stories, engage independent retail industry partners and more.
Jerry Honea Announces Retirement from Nationwide Marketing Group
Following a 40-year retail career – more than half of it spent working with independent buying groups – Jerry Honea, senior vice president of furniture and bedding for Nationwide Marketing Group, announced today his retirement, effective February 28, 2020. “Jerry is a...
Nationwide Marketing Group Announces Google Nest Prime Retail Program for Members
Group-exclusive program, supported by Audio America, builds on the success of the Pro-Tail Program and makes all Google Nest products available to Nationwide Members.
HTSN Brings the Entertainment Experience Outdoors with Séura Partnership
Nationwide Marketing Group has added Séura to its vendor partner mix, giving its HTSN Members access to their first outdoor TV manufacturer. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Nationwide Marketing Group and Séura recently announced a new distribution partnership. Fulfilled through...
Nationwide Marketing Group Members Pack 1 Million Meals to Feed Hungry Children
International giveback effort by Independent retailers supports No Child Hungry programs across the United States, Haiti and the Bahamas WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Members of Nationwide Marketing Group celebrated a historic milestone in November, packing the 1,000,000th...
PowerShades Becomes HTSN’s First Automated-Shade Vendor Partner
Opportunity to join CI group created by demand for shades that integrate into home automation systems. PowerShades has announced that the company has signed on as a new vendor partner of Home Technology Specialists Nationwide (HTSN), the custom electronics and...
Melissa Stenson Joins NMG as Vice President of Member Experience
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Building upon its founding principle to always put the member first in all it does, Nationwide Marketing Group announced that Melissa Stenson has joined the organization as vice president of member experience. Stenson most recently worked as the...
Rob Stott Joins Nationwide Marketing Group as Manager of Corporate Communications
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Nationwide Marketing Group announced today that Rob Stott has joined the team as manager of corporate communications. Stott previously served as editorial director for CT Lab Global Media, the consumer technology B2B media organization...
Nationwide Marketing Group Launches New Outdoor Living Program with TYTUS Grills
More than 40 dealers signed up to sell TYTUS grills during the company’s debut appearance at PrimeTime in August WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Nationwide Marketing Group announced today its new partnership with TYTUS Grills, a recent entrant in the outdoor living space whose...