Two words that can strike dread into any retailer's heart - "Coming Soon". When you drive by that empty storefront or construction...

In my consulting practice, I’ve been asked if in-store events really drive positive ROI. My response is if you are expecting a full...

As a follow up to my blog post on "6 Benefits of Local Partnerships for Retailers", here is an infographic that illustrates the main...

Think about the Friday night HS football game that the community rallies around. Or the annual 5K race through downtown. Or the local...

Today’s customers are savvier than ever before. People literally have the world at their fingertips, but consumers want personalized,...

Toys ‘R Us did not go out of business due to a lack of demand for toys. In fact, per NPD, US & Global toy sales increased 1% in 2017. In...