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Theft prevention strategies
Business
March 27, 2023
Keep shoplifters at bay by learning a few tricks from these savvy retailers.
Men's Collections: Reeling in the guys at Randy's
Coastal Connection
March 27, 2023
Position men's items so they don't have to hunt the store to find what they are looking for.
Men's Collections: More at the shore
Coastal Connection
March 27, 2023
When men ask for a product, listen up. Buy with your audience and brand aesthetic in mind.
Men's Collections: An essential experience
Coastal Connection
March 27, 2023
Know your clientele and evolve with their tastes to offer a top-shelf experience that feels every bit like a club.
Starfish Award Winner: Sunshine Ace Hardware
Starfish Award Winner Profiles
March 22, 2023
Caring for employees is part of the company culture.
Relaunched Rocky Mountain Apparel, Gift & Resort Show gaining momentum
Events
March 21, 2023
Fourth show from RedlineXpo in February experienced 20% attendance increase.
Coastal Connections Conference 2023: Discovering the Boardwalk
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
During The Boardwalk Chat, attendees learned more about exhibiting vendors in an informal sit-down interview.
Coastal Connections Conference January 2023: Drive Traffic, Sales and Profits with Social Media
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
Crystal Media’s Steph Bechard motivates attendees to set SMART goals to drive traffic to their stores with social media.
Coastal Connections Conference January 2023: Emerging Beach, Coastal and Nautical Product Trends
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
From sustainable products to shop-branded goods, these beach, coastal and nautical merchandise trends are gaining traction.
Coastal Connections Conference 2023: Creating Coastal Connections
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
Panelists and the audience share advice and experiences for making connections with employees, customers, the community and other retailers.
Coastal Connections Conference January 2023: Maximum Impact Store Ideas
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
Retail Rehab, Loggerhead Marine Life Center and Margaritaville Resort Orlando all share practical ideas for improving the store vibe to increase sales.
Coastal Connections Conference 2023: Effective Buying Strategies
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
Attendees learned what to do and what not to do during three presentations from experts in buying and inventory management.
Coastal Connections Conference January 2023: The Fastest Path to Cash and Calm
Coastal Connections Conference
Feb. 24, 2023
Keynote Speaker Cathy Donovan Wagner of RetailMavens inspires attendees to rethink their finances.
A better day at the beach
Trends
Feb. 24, 2023
Fun, comfort, safety and style are among the features beachgoers are looking for when they hit your store on their way to the shore.
Las Vegas Market experiences major attendance growth
Retailer News
Feb. 22, 2023
Twenty-five percent attendance growth included new buyers and buyers returning from pandemic hiatus.
The Shell Shop’s foresight helps protect inventory during California flooding
Retailer News
Feb. 22, 2023
Precautions taken after a 1995 storm helps save warehouse inventory at the Morro Bay store.
Retail on the Lake: A special kind of island vibe
Coastal Connection
Feb. 20, 2023
Portability is key for Put-in-Bay island gifts so customers can easily transport what they purchase by ferry or personal watercraft.
Retail on the Lake: A Southwest beach oasis
Coastal Connection
Feb. 15, 2023
Offering go-to brands with a mix of namedrop items that tourists love gives customers a reason to return.
Retail on the Lake: A happy place on the lake
Coastal Connection
Feb. 10, 2023
Cross merchandising products and constantly switching up displays, keeps guests perusing for up to an hour.
NRF economist says United States recession unlikely
Business
Feb. 9, 2023
Jack Kleinhenz expects slight economic growth in 2023
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