Your Comprehensive Holiday Gift Guide
To assist you in curating a standout holiday collection, we've compiled a holiday gift guide that will delight your customers and boost sales.
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New! Industry Update with Doug Cofiell July 2024
Posted: 7/18/2024
Explore insights from Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell on how current economic trends, housing market dynamics, and strategies for retail success are shaping the landscape for 2024. Discover the impact of demographic shifts on consumer spending, economic resilience amidst post-pandemic challenges, and effective retail strategies like experiential events and strategic partnerships. -
New! Brighten Your Sales: Candle Retail Tips
Posted: 7/8/2024
Half of all candle sales occur in the 4th quarter, making it crucial for retailers to have appropriate fragrances and enough inventory. -
New! Party Perfect Picks: Retailers Guide to Effortless Entertaining Essentials
Posted: 5/8/2024
Summer's warmth brings the perfect opportunity to revamp your retail space with the latest in fashion and accessories. Dive into our curated selection of brands offering everything from chic beachwear to elegant soirée accessories, ensuring your customers step into summer with style.
Inventory Management for Independent Retailers
Meet Darlene Mitchell, Boutique Business Coach and Inventory Specialist, and learn how she helps retailers grow through financial strategy, inventory management, and assortment planning techniques.
The Power of Gift and Subscription Boxes for Retailers
Gift and subscription boxes offer a myriad of benefits to retailers, ranging from enhanced customer loyalty and convenience to increased revenue streams and brand visibility. By creating personalized experiences, engaging new customers, and harnessing the power of data-driven insights, retailers can position themselves for long-term success in an ever-evolving retail landscape.
Summer Market Must-Haves
Our marketing team traveled to Dallas, Atlanta, and Las Vegas and highlighted customer favorites straight from the market floor.
Online Tools You Can Use
Discover an array of powerful and user-friendly online tools that can help streamline daily tasks for your store, including AI tools, social media management, video editing, and more.
Selling for the Senses
Incorporating sensory experiences such as offering coffee or wine in boutiques can help increase foot traffic and encourage customers to spend more time browsing the store.
July 2023 Industry Update with Doug Cofiell
Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell shares his insight into how the current economy, combined with available technologies, will create balance for our gift and home retailers for the remainder of the year.
Personal Shopping
By offering personal shopping services, small retailers can build strong connections with customers, differentiate themselves from competitors, and potentially increase revenue while providing an exceptional shopping experience.
Insights & Tips for Starting Your eComm Journey
Discover insights and key learnings from two retailers with successful eComm track records in the gift and home industry.
More than a Store: eComm Success for Brick & Mortar
From “bottling up” the in-store experience to how to turn traffic into paying customers, this webinar recording will provide you with actionable take-aways to increase your online sales.
Strategies for eCommerce Success
Discover strategic questions to ask yourself as a retailer to build eCommerce success, long before you consider which technology platforms to build your website on.
The Business of Live Selling on Social Media
Turning Likes into Sales: Join us for this review of live selling on social media, including real-world input from experienced retailers in our gift and home industry.