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The Tools to Build + Scale Your Dream Retail Business

Every resource, handbook, and program you need to start your boutique, grow your audience, launch your offers, boost your sales, and succeed as a retailer.

Ready to elevate your retail business to new heights? Our specialized training programs offer step-by-step guidance, mentorship, and one-on-one coaching tailored for boutique owners, independent retailers, e-commerce stores, and wholesale brands.

With a proven track record of helping thousands of businesses achieve record-setting growth, we’re here to help you invest in yourself and your business.

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Plan Your Success with the #BoutiqueBoss® Planner

The ultimate tool designed exclusively for boutique owners and retailers to stay organized, strategic, and ahead of the competition. The #BoutiqueBoss® Planner is more than just a daily calendar, it’s your business’s secret weapon. Packed with retail-specific features like sales tracking, inventory planning, marketing schedules, and goal-setting worksheets, this planner empowers you to manage your boutique with confidence and clarity. Annually released every Fall, secure the current year’s edition now.

Premier Programs & Masterclasses

Elevate Your Expertise with Industry-Leading Training

Master advanced strategies through our flagship programs
and masterclasses designed to transform your business.

Signature Live Training Programs:

Retail Bootcamp

Master Every Aspect of Your Retail Business with Tailored Small Group Coaching

What does it look like to scale your retail business? There’s a system for that. Like college for boutique owners of all kinds, Retail Bootcamp is a live, 14-week group coaching program designed to help you systematically scale your business. Dive deep into profitability, financials, team management, traffic sources, marketing, sales strategy, branding, Facebook Ads, and all corners of your business with hundreds of templates and insights from guest experts—all focused on one thing: growth.

  • Live Coaching & Expert Guidance: 14 weeks of group coaching with top industry leaders and guest experts.
  • Comprehensive Resources: Digital modules, workbooks, templates, and downloads covering every area of your business.
  • Lifetime Access: Revisit the program each semester with updates included.
  • Private Community: Daily support and Q&A in a student-only Facebook group.
  • Exclusive In-Person Experience: Shop the LA Fashion District during our private retreat.

 

Enrollment is only open in June and January. This program is your step-by-step guide to scaling your boutique business with confidence and success.

Boutique Hub Black

Custom Marketing Strategies with Individualized Ad Support

This program combines powerful tools and live training to drive your online marketing and advertising success. Designed to keep you on top of ad best practices while providing personalized support, it’s everything you need to scale your boutique with confidence.

  • Custom Metric Dashboards: Access a personalized report of your business vitals, giving you real-time insights to review and optimize your metrics at any time.
  • Weekly LIVE Coaching: Leverage data-driven coaching sessions that address the unique challenges boutique owners face in achieving a profitable ROI through marketing and ads.
  • 1:1 Strategy Sessions: Schedule one-on-one sessions for tailored guidance on your ad campaigns, live strategies, webpage performance, and more.

 

Schedule a consultation to discover how this premier program can transform your boutique’s growth and profitability!

Mastermind

Advanced Strategies for High-Level Business Growth

This premier program combines luxury in-person retreats, expert coaching, and unparalleled resources to help you scale your boutique with confidence. Designed for ambitious, high-achieving boutique owners, it provides the tools, training, and network to optimize your operations, leadership, and profitability.

  • Luxury In-Person Retreats: Participate in two exclusive retreats per year each Spring and Fall, focusing on leadership, team optimization, wealth management, and advanced marketing strategies.
  • Group Strategy Calls: Join five interactive calls each semester to tackle leadership challenges, refine marketing tactics, and build long-term business strategies.
  • Lifetime Access to Boutique Hub Courses: Unlock a comprehensive library of resources, including Retail Bootcamp, Masterclasses, Summit replays, and all future course releases.
  • Private Facebook Group: Connect with a supportive network of high-level retailers for ongoing guidance and accountability.
  • Private Market Meet-Ups: Enjoy exclusive networking opportunities during major wholesale markets.
  • One-on-One Coaching Calls: Gain personalized insights with sessions led by Ashley Alderson and Sara Burks.
  • Direct Access to Coaches: Communicate directly with Ashley and Sara via voice memos for ongoing support and strategy advice.

 

This is an application-based program designed for boutique owners who are ready to take their business to the next level. Apply Now to secure your spot and discover how this program can transform your growth and success!

Elite Level Masterclasses

Facebook Ads Masterclass

Refine Your Boutique’s Digital Presence

Elevate your marketing game with this comprehensive course designed specifically for small business owners. Discover how to create and implement a results-driven Facebook and Instagram ad strategy that not only generates a new stream of income but also allows you to scale your revenue effortlessly. Perfect for busy entrepreneurs, this course provides the tools and insights you need to grow your business anytime, anywhere.

Google Ads Masterclass

Master Google Ads and Boost Your Business

Learn how to leverage Google Ads to attract more customers to your retail store and online shop. With 7 modules of tailored training, this program provides practical steps and insights to navigate paid marketing, driving real traffic to your storefront and website. Turn online clicks into real-world customers, filling your store with eager shoppers and boosting your bottom line.

Boutique Owner Basics

Start Your Retail Business the Right Way

Are you a new boutique owner or just starting the retail business of your dreams? Save time and avoid costly mistakes with this straightforward program designed to set you on the right path from the beginning. This essential guide covers buying, operations, marketing, and insider tips every boutique owner needs to know, but no one tells you.

Content Sanity

Simplify Content Creation for Your Store

Feeling overwhelmed with planning and creating content for your store? Stop spinning your wheels and discover content strategies that actually work. Learn to use six essential content pieces each week to batch and maximize your efforts, preplan with a done-for-you spreadsheet, and follow proven content creation guidelines and strategies designed for success.

Instagram Ignite Masterclass

Master Instagram and Grow Your Business

Ready to take your Instagram presence to the next level? This comprehensive course dives deep into how to build a content strategy that drives engagement, fosters community, and turns followers into loyal, lifelong customers. You’ll also gain access to proven growth strategies to expand your reach and make the most of this powerful platform for your business. Whether you’re looking to enhance your branding, boost sales, or create meaningful connections, this course has everything you need to succeed on Instagram.

Holiday Marketing Masterclass

Maximize Your Holiday Season and Beyond

Unlock the full potential of the holiday season with this comprehensive training program. Dive into six key areas designed to drive success: content planning, e-commerce strategies, event execution, profitable promotions, team training, and traffic generation. This sought-after program equips you with actionable strategies not just for the holidays but for sustained growth throughout the year. Whether you’re looking to boost sales, engage your audience, or streamline operations, this training provides the tools and insights to make it happen.

Content Sanity

Simplify Content Creation for Your Store

Feeling overwhelmed with planning and creating content for your store? Stop spinning your wheels and discover content strategies that actually work. Learn to use six essential content pieces each week to batch and maximize your efforts, preplan with a done-for-you spreadsheet, and follow proven content creation guidelines and strategies designed for success.

Instagram Ignite Masterclass

Master Instagram and Grow Your Business

Ready to take your Instagram presence to the next level? This comprehensive course dives deep into how to build a content strategy that drives engagement, fosters community, and turns followers into loyal, lifelong customers. You’ll also gain access to proven growth strategies to expand your reach and make the most of this powerful platform for your business. Whether you’re looking to enhance your branding, boost sales, or create meaningful connections, this course has everything you need to succeed on Instagram.

 

Holiday Marketing Masterclass

Maximize Your Holiday Season and Beyond

Unlock the full potential of the holiday season with this comprehensive training program. Dive into six key areas designed to drive success: content planning, e-commerce strategies, event execution, profitable promotions, team training, and traffic generation. This sought-after program equips you with actionable strategies not just for the holidays but for sustained growth throughout the year. Whether you’re looking to boost sales, engage your audience, or streamline operations, this training provides the tools and insights to make it happen.

Apparel Manufacturing Masterclass

Confidently Launch Your Apparel Brand

Dreaming of starting your own apparel brand but feeling overwhelmed by the process? This comprehensive program provides the strategic foundations and creative insights you need to succeed. Backed by over 25 years of industry expertise
in production, wholesale, and brand management, it offers end-to-end guidance to help you navigate the complexities of apparel manufacturing. From concept to launch, gain the knowledge and tools to confidently kickstart your entrepreneurial journey and bring your vision to life.

Helpful Handbooks

Your Essential Roadmap to Retail Excellence

Access step-by-step guides and proven strategies to tackle every stage of your retail journey.

Small Business Marketing Handbook

Plan Your Social Media and Save Time

Ready to create engaging content and streamline your social media strategy? Stop wasting time wondering what events to plan or which video ideas to film. Drawing from experience with thousands of boutique owners and managing our own multi-channel marketing, we’ve designed the ultimate small business marketing tool. Get actionable ideas you can implement in your business today!

How To Start A Boutique Handbook

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Dream Business

Starting a small business can feel overwhelming, but this ultimate handbook simplifies the process, guiding you through the 20 essential steps every new boutique owner needs to take. From permits and planning to operations and marketing, this guide ensures you’re fully prepared to launch with confidence. With clear, actionable advice, you’ll be up and running faster, knowing you’ve covered every necessary detail for long-term success. This is the resource every aspiring business owner needs to turn their dream into a thriving reality!

Small Business Hiring Handbook

The Essential Guide to Building a Winning Team

Throwing employees into your business without clear guidance can leave them feeling lost and unprepared. This handbook simplifies the hiring and onboarding process, providing you with the tools to create a strong, motivated team. From crafting job descriptions and setting expectations to legal requirements and training tips, this guide ensures your employees know their roles, goals, and how to succeed. Build a team that’s ready to contribute to your business growth with confidence and clarity.

Wholesale Buying Handbook

Your Guide to Smart and Strategic Inventory Buying

Learn to master strategic wholesale buying with this essential guide. From legal setup and customer-focused inventory planning to navigating markets like MAGIC and Dallas Market Center, this handbook has you covered. Discover how to source inventory, build vendor relationships, and avoid costly mistakes. With tips on pricing, pre-packs, drop shipping, and insider terms, you’ll confidently navigate the wholesale world and make smarter buying decisions for your business.

Wholesale Marketing Handbook

Your Go-To Guide for Wholesale Marketing Success

Designed specifically for wholesale brands, this handbook is your ultimate tool for creativity and strategy. It’s packed with fresh ideas to optimize your marketing efforts, grow your network, and increase your brand’s exposure. With this resource, you’ll have everything you need to elevate your marketing and drive your wholesale business toward greater success.

Tradeshow Marketing Handbook

Maximize Your Tradeshow Success

Are you fully leveraging the potential of wholesale tradeshows? These events are the ultimate opportunity to expand your network, attract new customers, gain industry insights, and build credibility. This resource equips you with the strategies to avoid costly mistakes, optimize your market ROI, and connect with a steady stream of loyal buyers to grow your brand. Make every tradeshow a game-changing success!

Small Business Marketing Handbook

Plan Your Social Media and
Save Time

Ready to create engaging content and streamline your social media strategy? Stop wasting time wondering what events to plan or which video ideas to film. Drawing from experience with thousands of boutique owners and managing our own multi-channel marketing, we’ve designed the ultimate small business marketing tool. Get actionable ideas you can implement in your business today!

How To Start A Boutique Handbook

Your Step-by-Step Guide to
Starting Your Dream Business

Starting a small business can feel overwhelming, but this ultimate handbook simplifies the process, guiding you through the 20 essential steps every new boutique owner needs to take. From permits and planning to operations and marketing, this guide ensures you’re fully prepared to launch with confidence. With clear, actionable advice, you’ll be up and running faster, knowing you’ve covered every necessary detail for long-term success. This is the resource every aspiring business owner needs to turn their dream into a thriving reality!

Small Business Hiring Handbook

The Essential Guide to
Building a Winning Team

Throwing employees into your business without clear guidance
can leave them feeling lost and unprepared. This handbook
simplifies the hiring and onboarding process, providing you with the tools to create a strong, motivated team. From crafting job
descriptions and setting expectations to legal requirements and training tips, this guide ensures your employees know their roles,
goals, and how to succeed. Build a team that’s ready to contribute to your business growth with confidence and clarity.

Wholesale Buying Handbook

Your Guide to Smart and Strategic Inventory Buying Learn to master strategic wholesale buying with this essential guide. From legal setup and customer-focused inventory planning to navigating markets like MAGIC and Dallas Market Center, this handbook has you covered. Discover how to source inventory, build vendor relationships, and avoid costly mistakes. With tips on pricing, pre-packs, drop shipping, and insider terms, you’ll confidently navigate the wholesale world and make smarter buying decisions for your business.

Wholesale Marketing Handbook

Your Go-To Guide for Wholesale Marketing Success Designed specifically for wholesale brands, this handbook is your ultimate tool for creativity and strategy. It’s packed with fresh ideas to optimize your marketing efforts, grow your network, and increase your brand’s exposure. With this resource, you’ll have everything you need to elevate your marketing and drive your wholesale business toward greater success.

Tradeshow Marketing Handbook

Maximize Your Tradeshow Success Are you fully leveraging the potential of wholesale tradeshows? These events are the ultimate opportunity to expand your network, attract new customers, gain industry insights, and build credibility. This resource equips you with the strategies to avoid costly mistakes, optimize your market ROI, and connect with a steady stream of loyal buyers to grow your brand. Make every tradeshow a game-changing success!

Pro Strategies by Industry Experts

Gain Insider Knowledge from the Best in the Business

These expert-led courses deliver actionable strategies and specialized insights from industry leaders,
helping you elevate your business and stay ahead of the competition.

Visual Marketing & Merchandising Course

Master Visual Merchandising with JR Visual

This course combines the most valuable insights from formal education and extensive experience in the retail industry—specifically tailored for boutiques. Designed by JR Visual, it equips store owners with the tools and knowledge to implement effective visual merchandising strategies confidently. Learn how to create compelling displays that serve as powerful silent selling tools, both in your store and with your team.

Mastering Quickbooks Online

Confident Bookkeeping Made Easy by She Profits Now

Take control of your boutique’s finances with this comprehensive QuickBooks Online course by Christyne Gray. Specifically designed for retailers, this training covers everything from setting up QuickBooks and coding banking activities to recognizing sales receipts, reconciling cash flow, and understanding financial statements. Learn to choose the right subscription, create a custom chart of accounts, and navigate QuickBooks with confidence. By the end of the course, you’ll streamline your bookkeeping process, saving time and gaining the clarity needed to grow your business.

Profit First Workshop

Retail Cash Flow Made Simple by She Profits Now

This workshop guides you through the concepts and exercises of Profit First, tailored specifically for retailers. Led by Christyne Gray, an Advanced Level Certified Profit First Professional, you’ll learn how this proven cash flow management system works and why it’s especially effective for retail businesses. Gain insights into managing the unique challenges of inventory-based operations and take control of your financial success.

Visual Marketing & Merchandising Course

Master Visual Merchandising with JR Visual

This course combines the most valuable insights from formal education and extensive experience in the retail industry—specifically tailored for boutiques. Designed by JR Visual, it equips store owners with the tools and knowledge to implement effective visual merchandising strategies confidently. Learn how to create compelling displays that serve as powerful silent selling tools, both in your store and with your team.

Mastering Quickbooks Online

Confident Bookkeeping Made Easy by She Profits Now Take control of your boutique’s finances with this comprehensive QuickBooks Online course by Christyne Gray. Specifically designed for retailers, this training covers everything from setting up QuickBooks and coding banking activities to recognizing sales receipts, reconciling cash flow, and understanding financial statements. Learn to choose the right subscription, create a custom chart of accounts, and navigate QuickBooks with confidence. By the end of the course, you’ll streamline your bookkeeping process, saving time and gaining the clarity needed to grow your business.

Profit First Workshop

Retail Cash Flow Made Simple by She Profits Now

This workshop guides you through the concepts and exercises of Profit First, tailored specifically for retailers. Led by Christyne Gray, an Advanced Level Certified Profit First Professional, you’ll learn how this proven cash flow management system works and why it’s especially effective for retail businesses. Gain insights into managing the unique challenges of inventory-based operations and take control of your financial success.

Level Up with Live Webinars

Learn, Connect, and Grow Your Business with Our Annual Live Education Events

These exclusive free live webinars are designed to keep your business on track, inspire growth,
and help you achieve your dream retail business, no matter the season.

Best Year Yet

Kickstart January with Confidence

Held each January, Best Year Yet is your opportunity to set powerful goals, refine your strategies, and prepare your business for the year ahead. This live webinar combines expert insights, actionable tips, and step-by-step guidance to help boutique owners and retailers create their roadmap for success. Start the new year strong and leave with clarity, motivation, and a focused plan to achieve your goals.

Summer School

Mid-Year Reset and Recharge

Held every June, Summer School is the perfect mid-year check-in for your retail business. This interactive webinar is designed to help you review your progress, tackle challenges, and implement fresh strategies for growth. With insights from industry leaders and tools tailored to boutique owners, you’ll walk away ready to make the second half of the year your most profitable yet.

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Maybe you’re ready to save time, costly mistakes and invest in proven strategies and mentorship to grow your business faster?

After coaching thousands of retailers, e-commerce stores and brands grow in record-setting ways, invest in yourself, with The Boutique Hub’s specialized courses & programs.

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#boutiqueboss

Planner

The #BoutiqueBoss® Planner is the ONLY planner of its kind, produced specifically for busy retailers. If you are a boutique owner, an independent retailer, an e-commerce store, or maker, this planner was built with you in mind. confidently.

google ads masterclass

Google Ads

Masterclass

In our Google Ads Masterclass, Jeff shares his expertise in utilizing Google Ads to attract more customers to retail stores and online shops. With 7 modules of tailored training, Jeff will equip you with practical steps and insights to navigate the world of paid marketing on Google Ads and drive real traffic to your storefront and your website.

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to learn from Jeff and transform your retail business. Enroll now and discover how to turn online clicks into real-world customers, filling your store with eager shoppers and boosting your bottom line!

facebook ads masterclss

Facebook Ads

masterclass

Ready to refine your boutique’s digital presence?

With the Boutique Hub’s new course, Facebook Ads and Marketing Masterclass, you will learn to implement a Facebook & Instagram ad strategy that will not only add a new stream of income to your business, but will also allow you to grow your revenue when you are on the go!

Apparel manufacturing

masterclass

 Are you eager to launch your own apparel brand but find the process daunting?

Bid farewell to uncertainties with The Apparel Manufacturing Masterclass. Led by industry experts Sam Paik, Ashley Alderson, and Philippa Comfort, this transformative course distills over 25 years of collective experience in production, wholesale, and brand management. Gain strategic foundations, creative design concepts, and end-to-end guidance to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey confidently.

Brand Owner Basics

handbook

Ready to Begin Your Journey as a Wholesale Brand? 

In today’s world, the fashion marketplace is brimming with thousands of businesses, but here’s the key to setting yourself apart from the crowd: Brand Owner Basics. Filled with exclusive digital tools and proven expert knowledge, the time has never been better to dive in and build a successful wholesale business!

Wholesale Marketing

handbook

The Ultimate Marketing Handbook made specifically for Wholesale Brands! This handbook is designed to ignite your creativity, optimize your wholesale marketing strategy, and boost your brand’s exposure. With this product you can be confident that your marketing is brimming with an abundance of fresh ideas, concepts to grow your contacts and ready to propel your success.

tradeshow marketing

handbook

Are you making the most of your tradeshow experience? Wholesale tradeshows are the best opportunity for businesses to expand their network, find new customers, gain insight into the industry, and build credibility. The Tradeshow Marketing Handbook will help you avoid costly mistakes, maximize your market ROI, and connect to a steady stream of loyal buyers for your growing brand.

Small Business Marketing

Handbook

Are you ready to map out your social media right now with content that engages your audience and saves you time in the process? Tired of spinning your wheels wondering what events to plan or video content ideas to film? Working with thousands of boutique owners, and planning our own marketing for multiple channels, we’ve pulled together and created the ultimate Small Business marketing tool – giving you actionable ideas to implement into your business right now.

retail bootcamp

What does it look like to scale your retail business? There’s a system for that. Like college for boutique owners of all kinds, Retail Bootcamp is a live, 14 week group coaching program with hundreds of templates and guest experts built in, to help you systematically scale your business. Deep dive into your profitability, financials, team management, traffic sources, marketing, sales strategy, branding, Facebook Ads and all corners of your business to focus in on one thing, growth. Enrollment is only open June and January.

Small Business Hiring

Handbook

Could you imagine playing a game of basketball but not knowing which hoop is yours, or not knowing the score of the game, or better yet, not even knowing any of the rules? Often this is exactly how our employees feel when we throw them into our daily business and tell them to “Sell”!

How to start a boutique

handbook

The ultimate step-by-step guide to starting your dream small business!

This handbook simplifies the 20 hoops any new boutique owner must jump through. With this guide you will be up and running faster and be able to rest assured you took all the necessary steps towards a successful business.

holiday marketing

masterclass

Join Ashley Alderson as she walks through 6 Key Areas to maximize the holiday season. From content planning, e-commerce, and events to profitable promotions, team training, and traffic….this is the most sought-after holiday training program online. And it’ll impact your business all year long!

content sanity

masterclass

Are you overwhelmed planning and creating content for your store? Stop spinning your wheels, and learn the content strategies that work. Use the 6 essential pieces of content weekly to batch and maximize content, preplan in a done-for-you spreadsheet, and use proven content creation guidelines and strategies from Ashley Alderson herself.

instagram ignite

masterclass

Ready to level up your Instagram game? Deep dive into all the tools Instagram provides, build a content strategy that creates engagement and life-long customers, plus learn all the growth strategies proven on the platform. 

boutique owner

basics

Are you a new boutique owner or just starting the retail business you’ve been hoping for? Save time and costly mistakes with this simple getting started program to make sure you’re on the right track from the start. This is a basic program walking you through buying, operations, marketing, and insider tips that every boutique owner should know but no one tells you.  

The Visual Marketing & Merchandising Course

Boutique Owner

Visual Marketing & Merchandising course

This course is a combination of the most beneficial information taken from our formal education and our vast experience in the retail industry – specifically with boutiques. 

This course was designed to provide store owners with the tools and knowledge of visual merchandising, enabling them to confidently implement these effective silent selling strategies in their stores and with their staff.

Master quickbooks online

Boutique Owner

Mastering QuickBooks Online

Gain confidence in managing your boutique’s finances with Christyne Gray’s QuickBooks Online course. Designed for retailers, this training covers essential skills: setting up QuickBooks, coding banking activities, recognizing sales receipts, reconciling cash flow, and understanding financial statements. Christyne will guide you in choosing the right subscription, creating a custom chart of accounts, and navigating QuickBooks effectively. By the end, you’ll streamline your bookkeeping, freeing up time to focus on growing your business. Unlock control and clarity over your finances today!

Boutique Owner

profit first workshop

This workshop will walk you through the concepts and the exercises in Profit First for Retailers. As an Advanced Level Certified Profit First Professional, Christyne Gray will teach you why Profit First works so well for retail business cash flow management and the particular challenges for businesses that have physical products requiring inventory management.

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