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Ready to make smarter inventory decisions? In this episode of Boutique Chat, we’re joined by our very own Samantha Conner, Director of Wholesale at The Boutique Hub, to break down the pros, cons, and strategies behind shopping in-person at market vs. buying online through platforms like Hubventory. We’re sharing how to prep like a pro, use tools like the Boutique Hub’s market must-see lists, and build brand relationships that fuel long-term success.
What No One Tells You About Opening a Second Store
Visual Delivery Boards = Peace of Mind
Gone are the days of wondering when your purchase orders will show up. On Hubventory, you can visually track your incoming products with a Delivery Board. Think of it like a calendar-meets-checklist for your inventory. You’ll know exactly what’s coming and when, so you can plan your social media, photo shoots, and floor displays with confidence.
Plus, you can set cancel dates—so if those Christmas socks haven’t shipped by December 10th? You’re not stuck with them in January. Talk about stress relief.
Direct Shopify Integration: The Time-Saver You Didn’t Know You Needed
Whether you’re a brand or a retailer, the Shopify integration on Hubventory is a huge time-saver. For brands, products seamlessly sync from Shopify into their Hubventory profile. For retailers? Every order placed on Hubventory automatically creates a draft product in Shopify—complete with photos, descriptions, and pricing.
No more scrambling to upload products manually. Review, hit publish, and start selling before your “banana” turns brown.
Trade Show Integration: Online Meets IRL
Trade shows are still so important—and Hubventory agrees. That’s why every brand can upload their trade show calendar, booth locations, and even exclusive in-person discounts for Hub members.
Planning your next market trip? Create a custom “must-see” list of your favorite brands right inside Hubventory so you can make the most of your time. It’s your personal trade show concierge.
Bonus: Sync with the Faves App
Already using the Faves app to organize your market finds? Hubventory integrates with it, so all your in-person and online purchases live in one organized space. It’s a dream for keeping track of what you’ve ordered and what you still need.
Built By Retailers, For Retailers
Hubventory isn’t just another wholesale platform—it’s built from direct feedback from over 76,000 retailers. That means everything on the platform is designed to make your life easier, not more complicated. From syncing with Shopify to organizing your seasonal buys, it’s all in one place—no extra add-ons, no nickel-and-diming.
Boutique Hub Members: Enjoy Exclusive Perks
Anyone can shop on Hubventory, but if you’re a Boutique Hub Member, the perks get even better. Think automatic discounts like:
- Free shipping
- Reduced freight
- BOGO deals
- Percentage-off pricing
No coupon codes, no chasing down brands—these deals are automatically applied when you shop. It’s all included in your Hub membership.
Ready to Dive In?
If it’s been a while since you’ve logged in (or you’ve never shopped before), here’s your starting point:
- Go to hubventory.com
- Use the Magic Password if you forgot yours—it’ll send a login link to your email.
- Start following your favorite brands and liking styles you love.
- Explore curated collections built around key retail seasons so you never miss a beat.
Hubventory’s smart algorithm will learn your preferences and deliver more of what you love right to your homepage—think puff sleeves and bows on demand
From smarter planning and better visibility to exclusive savings and seamless integrations, Hubventory was built to simplify your business and maximize your success.
So… what are you waiting for? Let’s make your next buying season the smartest one yet.
In This Episode
- Samantha Conner: LinkedIn | Instagram
- Hubventory
- Boutique Summit 2025
- Retail Bootcamp
- 2025 Boutique Boss Planner
- Join The Boutique Hub
- Ashley Alderson: Instagram
- The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube
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Must Have Resources
- The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube
- Profit First by Mike Michalowicz
- 2025 Boutique Boss Planner
- Boutique Summit 2025
- Small Business Marketing Handbook
- Small Business Hiring Handbook
- Brand Owner Basics Masterclass
- Tradeshow Marketing Handbook
- 2024 Trade Show Calendar
- Boutique Hub Black
- Hubventory.com
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