Increasing your retail foot traffic starts with maximizing every opportunity — from you rstore’s website to the front door.
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The Tried and True Benefits of Retail Credit
A look at some of the major benefits of a Private Label Credit Card (PLCC) versus your standard VISA/MC/AMEX transactions.
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.
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.
Here’s What the $2 Trillion CARES Act Does for Small Businesses
With the CARES Act signed into law, small business owners will have access to some $377 billion in emergency grants, forgivable loans and more.
State by State Advocacy Efforts and Templates
Nationwide Marketing Group has undertaken several advocacy initiatives on behalf of members at the state level. This blog contains templates and resources for members to participate in those efforts as well.
COVID-19 State and Local Restriction Updates
The latest coronavirus updates on areas where known restrictions are in place and information for state and local authorities are available.
How the Latest Coronavirus Relief Efforts May Impact Independent Retail
The recently-passed Phase 2 Coronavirus relief bill centers around providing paid emergency leave for employees. Here’s what it means for independet retail.
Coronavirus Resources and Best Practices for Independent Retailers
Nationwide Marketing Group is actively collecting and updating this coronavirus live blog with the latest resources for independent retail business owners.
Coronavirus Response: What a Retail Business Owner Should Know
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spreading rapidly throughout the United States forcing local governments to make some difficult decisions on keeping schools and businesses open. Here’s what you can do to prepare your retail location in its response to this outbreak.
Spring 2020 High Point Market Postponed
The High Point Market Authority announced plans to postpone its Sprine 2020 Market, scheduled for April 25-29, over concerns of the rapidly-evolving situation with COVID-19.
By the Numbers: PrimeTime February 2020 in Houston
A look back at some of the key figures and data that came out of Nationwide Marketing Group’s February 2020 PrimeTime show in Houston.
Industry Trade Shows Take Cautious Approach to Coronavirus
With the rampant spreading of the coronavirus across the U.S., organizations and businesses from coast to coast have been forced to decide if they should delay their trade shows or canceling them altogether.
Selling the Smart Home
How Nationwide Marketing Group’s exclusive partnerships help independents create the perfect smart home retail experience.
Connected Home Is Reshaping the Delivery and Installation Experience
With products that occupy nearly every room, the connected home category has upended consumers’ traditional expectations for delivery and installation.
How to Attract and Retain Your Most Important Assets — Your Employees
In order to provide customers the trust they deserve when engaging with your store, you must attract and retain employees that can perform at a high level. Unfortunately, this is one of retails greatest challenges today.
It’s Time to Come to Your Retail “Senses”
Science has proven over and over again that shoppers are attracted to retail experiences that pull on their senses — and the outdoor category has a way of touching all five.