Things you’ll want to know, and some you may not. Is now a good time to sell your store? Yes, if you’ve got good profits. What are good profits? Net profits—cash that remains available to you at the end of each year after you’ve paid all your...
A Greek philosopher noted that “The only constant in life is change.” Over two millennia later, a French writer said: “The more things change the more they stay the same.” Both statements reflect reality, especially in the world of retail. The world of commerce is changing rapidly, but the fundamental...
Secaucus, NJ—The Vitamin Shoppe is opening a new innovation store in Edgewater, NJ, according to a press release. The store incorporates technology-driven innovations in product, service, and education into the Vitamin Shoppe experience, while simplifying and modernizing the design and adding personalized elements. The store features on-demand digital product guides,...
In September, we outlined the most important steps we believe you need to take to get your store ready for a successful sale. To quickly recap, and expand on these ideas: 1. Detach yourself emotionally from the value of your business, so that you can negotiate effectively with prospective buyers,...
Charlotte, NC. -- The Fresh Market opened a new store in south Charlotte that brings it back to its roots as a European and specialty market. It’s an important event for the company, which closed 15 stores earlier this year under CEO Larry Appel, who came onboard a year ago.
Seattle, WA – With treatment of its fulfillment center work force facing increased scrutiny, and unionization efforts underway by Whole Foods Market team members, Amazon.com will raise its minimum wage to $15 per hour for all U.S. workers – including part-timers and those hired through temp agencies. The increase takes...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There is a lot of talk today about energy efficiency in store design, from enclosed recirculating heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, to low-emissions refrigeration systems, and lighting. And who is against reducing Earth’s atmospheric carbon load? But here’s the thing: of all your store’s systems, lighting may have the...
Secaucus, NJ – The Vitamin Shoppe has launched a KETO HQ, designed to help customers shop for supplements supporting the keto lifestyle both in-store and online. KETO HQ will provide education and product assistance to those following the high-fat, low-carb lifestyle. The keto diet promotes benefits like weight management and...
Boston, MA – Cambridge Naturals opened its new location across the river in the Brighton neighborhood on Aug. 16 and is throwing a four-day party for the grand opening. The store was strategically placed in the Boston Landing complex, which gives it a built-in audience of health and wellness enthusiasts...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you are like the majority of owners of U.S. independent natural organic products stores, you are the founder. You may have started your store 20, 30 or more years ago. If you are thinking about selling, this means you probably don’t have children interested in, or capable of, taking...
