MRA reports June retail sales continue on the uptick
Labor shortages impacting product lead times and prices
LANSING, Mich. – As Michiganders return to their pre-pandemic lifestyles, Michigan retailers continue to see a rebound in sales noting an uptick in June over the previous month.
MRA reports May retail sales rise slightly over April
Michigan businesses continue to battle labor and supply shortages recent pandemic survey finds
LANSING, Mich. – Michigan retailers reported a slight increase in May sales over April,
Westlund’s Apple Market Recognized as a Michigan Centennial Retailer
In April, MRA President and CEO Bill Hallan recognized Westlund’s Apple Market as a Michigan Centennial Retailer. Under the ownership of two families, the store has managed to ride out a century of ups and downs,
Travel trends put Michiganders in the driver’s seat as tourism ramps up
By SHANDRA MARTINEZ
There are early signs that tourism is ramping back up as more Americans get vaccinations. A full bounce-back for the industry isn’t likely to happen until 2022,
News From The Capitol: Victory alert – state cancels permanent COVID workplace safety rules
By AMY DRUMM, MRA Vice President, Government Affairs
We bring you news of a great victory! After over two months and nearly 28 hours of meetings, MRA and others were successful in getting the state to concede that developing permanent rules for COVID-19 did not make sense.
Legally Speaking: Dispute resolution without leaving the office
By TOM CLEMENT, MRA General Counsel
One of the most frustrating dilemmas a business owner can face is whether it is worthwhile to pursue legal remedies they are rightfully due from business dealings with vendors,
From the CEO
Travel helped me see retailers in a new way
By Bill Hallan
Many moons ago I had a job that allowed me to see almost the whole state of Michigan.
The Rise of Zero Party Data
How Apple’s latest iOS update may impact your digital advertising
Yes, users gain more control over data. But what about your digital advertising?
Here’s what you need to know.
By JENNIFER ROOK
This has been in the works for months.
What’s your Data Worth?
The Alarming Threat of Ransomware on Small Business
Ransomware attacks on businesses large and small increased exponentially in 2020 and show no signs of abating in 2021.
What you need to do now to protect your business.
Travel professionals build customer loyalty during pandemic
By SHANDRA MARTINEZ
Photos STEVE JESSMORE
In a year when most people stayed home, those in the travel planning business proved their value to clients.
“COVID has really shone a light on the extra services we bring to the table,” said Chris Conlin,