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Prepare Your Business For a Severe Weather Outbreak

Thunderstorm

Summer in Michigan brings us a higher heat index and an increased chance of severe storms. Here’s how to protect your customers, staff, and your business during a severe weather outbreak.

From the Archives: Laying of the cornerstone

MRA headquarters

Every now and then we stumble upon gems from our archives.

May 28, 1913
The cornerstone is laid at the Women’s Club Building, what is now MRA headquarters.

Adding Fuel to the Workforce

June is Youth Employment Month in Michigan. Give young adults the opportunity to gain work experience and skills for future careers.

To make sure you’re up to speed on the Youth Employment Standards Act (YESA),

Retailers Gather in Lansing

Retailers and legislators gathered in Lansing in late April for Capitol Day and MRA’s annual Legislative Reception.

 

To begin the day, Retail Ambassadors and board members met with their local representatives and senators to discuss issues affecting their stores and how to come together to assist the retail industry.

Division Spotlight: Michigan Jewelers Association

The Michigan Jewelers Association was founded by Max Jennings of St. Clair, in 1905, and is believed to be the first state jewelers association to be organized. That same year,

Experts Shine Light on How Summer Tourism Will Benefit Downtowns

Q & A with Travel Michigan’s David Lorenz and MDA’s Dana Walker

BY: SHANDRA MARTINEZ

As we head into summer, many downtown retailers will benefit from the bump in buying that accompanies summer tourism.

Welcome to Taylor, Michigan

Buy Nearby Guy and Taylor Swift's famous 13

BY: Andrea Bitely, MRA Vice President of Marketing and Communications

With Taylor Swift in Detroit on June 9 and 10, Michigan Retailers Association would like to welcome everyone to Taylor,