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Our very own retail professor Sara Burks dives into Six Layers of Retail and the most important components for success in 2024.
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As we look back on 2023, how can we prepare for what the industry will face in 2024 and make next year the best year yet?
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How to Plan, Buy and Manage Your Inventory in 2024 with Mary Landgrebe, Management One
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Dig In and Do The Hard Thing with Anais Almazan, Pretty & Pink Boutique
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Anais Almazan, founder and owner of Pretty & Pink Boutique, shares her story from growing her business to building a true community.
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10 Takeaways from the First 10 Months of 2023
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Trend Report: What’s Hot for Fall/Winter and What’s Up Next in 2024
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Key Components of the Six Layers of Retail in 2024
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Our very own retail professor Sara Burks dives into Six Layers of Retail and the most important components for success in 2024.
Prepping for the New Year: Reflections on 2023 and Predictions for 2024
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As we look back on 2023, how can we prepare for what the industry will face in 2024 and make next year the best year yet?
7 Quick Tips for End of Year
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We are talking tips for closing out the end of year strong and preparing yourself for a great start to 2024!
2024 Essentials for Small Business Owners
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As we step into 2024, the landscape of small businesses, particularly boutique owners, continues to evolve. To stay ahead of the curve, it’s crucial for entrepreneurs to arm themselves with the right resources and tools. The Boutique Hub, a leading platform for boutique businesses, has curated a selection of must-have essentials for small business owners. Let’s explore how these tools can empower your boutique and set you on the path to success in the coming year.
Simplifying Banking and Small Business Loans with Tracey Smiskey, Northwestern Bank
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Regularly meeting with your banker is as important as seeing our doctor! Tracey talks banking, loans, credit, fraud and so much more.
How to Plan, Buy and Manage Your Inventory in 2024 with Mary Landgrebe, Management One
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Management One’s Mary :Langrebe talks inventory planning and management, and what buying will look like in the new year for retailers.
Dig In and Do The Hard Thing with Anais Almazan, Pretty & Pink Boutique
November 28, 2023
Anais Almazan, founder and owner of Pretty & Pink Boutique, shares her story from growing her business to building a true community.
Encouraging Consumers to Shop Small First and Celebrating the 4th Annual Pink Friday
November 14, 2023
The fourth annual Pink Friday is this Friday, November 17, and more than 5,000 boutiques worldwide are participating!
10 Takeaways from the First 10 Months of 2023
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I’ve rounded up 10 of my favorite tips and words of wisdom offered by guests on the podcast this year!
Trend Report: What’s Hot for Fall/Winter and What’s Up Next in 2024
October 24, 2023
I’m diving into the current trends for fall/winter and what to expect in women’s apparel, accessories and home in 2024!
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