What’s the Plan?
Just a couple weeks ago I was on the phone with retail expert Doug Fleener. What led me to reach out to Doug was his insightful (and constantly updated) blog, Retail Contrarian, and one particular post addressing the need to have a disaster plan. Read it here.
A disaster plan…do you have one? In light of recent tragedies — Boston Marathon bombings and the Oklahoma tornado — we’re witnesses to recurring reminders of how important it is to have a “just in case” plan in place for when things take an unexpected turn. From fires to storms to criminal activity, does your store follow any emergency protocol? And is your staff aware of it? Let me know.
Visit Doug’s blog when the time allows. You can also catch him in July at OFA Short Course.
Hey Merchandisers!
We’re ready for your best attempts at merchandising. The call for entries to become the 2013 Merchandiser of the Year is in full swing and we want you to show us what you’ve got. Impressive past winners include : Smith’s Acres, Beaver Bark Nursery, Calloways Nursery, Rutgers Landscape & Nursery and The Great Outdoors.
Need a little motivation? For the 2013 winner, this year’s trending and profit-generating prizes include :a $500 Wholesale Gift credit and a 15% discount for Braun Horticulture’s 2013 catalog offering (1 time); and a fully-stocked and colorful Dramm 60501 Assorted Gardening Display worth SRP $2,864.76. The winner will also be featured in the announcement issue, September 2013. Need a deadline? No problem – June 30th, 2013.
For more competition details, click here.
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