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Nineteen for 19 fundraiser organized by marine vendors
Coronavirus
April 14, 2020
Raffle of donated items from 19 companies will raise money for COVID-19 relief.
IMC updates AmericasMart and other show dates
Coronavirus
April 8, 2020
Marketplace host also offering free subscriptions to its e-commerce platform, ShopZio.
How wholesalers are dealing with COVID-19
Coronavirus
April 6, 2020
Pandemic causing supply and demand issues for product makers.
Outdoor Industry Association hosting COVID-19 webinars
Coronavirus
March 30, 2020
Economic injury disaster loans and economic stimulus package to be addressed.
Trump signs historic $2 trillion coronavirus aid package
Coronavirus
March 27, 2020
Bill provides $350 billion in job retention loans to small businesses.
The shows will go on: No plans to cancel Surf Expo or Clarion’s summer and fall events
Events
March 25, 2020
Surf Expo is actively planning its Sept. 10-12, 2020 show.
Retail trade associations ask for COVID-19 relief
Coronavirus
March 24, 2020
Relief for retail workers and business liquidity among the requests to lawmakers.
Coping with COVID: How seaside retailers are responding
Coronavirus
March 20, 2020
Stores from coast to coast are taking various precautions.
5 things retailers should cover with staff
Coronavirus
March 17, 2020
Bob Phibbs, CEO of the Retail Doctor discusses what topics to address employees to slow the spread of coronavirus.
CMC postpones events, cites health safety of visitors
Coronavirus
March 16, 2020
All events are postponed until COVID-19 safety concerns mitigated.
COVID-19 prompts adjustments to IMC’s spring market schedule
Coronavirus
March 16, 2020
Alternative dates for Atlanta Spring Cash & Carry being explored.
Trump offers $50b in aid through SBA for coronavirus
Coronavirus
March 13, 2020
SBA vows its commitment to small business during these “times of uncertainty.”
Bring out the best for the beach
Trends
March 2, 2020
Offering the right accessories will help you make a day in the sun even more enjoyable for your customers.
Heart & soul
Profiles
March 1, 2020
Ashley Louda puts her own spin on coastal style. Her two stores along Florida’s Gulf Coast each have their own distinctive vibe.
First impressions start on the outside
Presentation
Feb. 28, 2020
Storefronts and window displays are key to attracting customers, and by using creativity and originality, you can draw people in.
Starfish Award Winner: Tipsy Mermaid Mercantile
Starfish Award Winner Profiles
Feb. 27, 2020
Angela Cox gives back to the Palm Harbor community by donating gift baskets and supporting disabled artists.
Regular staff meetings are the lifeline you need to motivate and cultivate a winning team.
Management
Jan. 7, 2020
6 ways to get the most out of staff meetings.
Industry responding to Surf Expo cancellation
Events
Oct. 26, 2019
​Buyers and exhibitors adapt their business strategies to find new opportunities.
Seaside retailer magazine to debut during the fall show season
Events
Sept. 3, 2019
Show attendees can obtain a preview issue and a chance to subscribe.
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