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2022 Buy Nearby analysis estimates significant economic benefits to Michigan if consumers switch to...
Buy Nearby Weekend, MRA’s annual event designed to promote shopping local, is Oct. 7-9, 2022!
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By Meredith Gremel, former Michigan Retailers Services board member and retired SpartanNash...
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Michelle McFarlandThe Wedding Shoppe, Berkley
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As of July 21, all three of MRA’s Organized Retail Crime (ORC) initiatives have been signed into law
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What is a valid credit card number worth to the bad guys? A lot, it seems.
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BY: Dave Kelly, CTO, SensCy
For as long as Alpena High School students can remember, the Campus Closet has been open for...
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By: Lisa J. Reibsome If you’re looking to buy bacon 10 different ways, Alward’s Market in Hale...
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An unfortunate reality of owning and operating a retail store is dealing with problem customers....
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Every year my family watches the Kentucky Derby. We draw names, put a few dollars in the pot, and...
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Retailers note hiring and inflation concerns
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Needed Action by MRA Members: None. What we know Yesterday afternoon, Michigan Court of Claims...
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Michigan Retailers Association President and CEO William J. Hallan today joined Governor Gretchen...
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Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) today welcomes Andrea Bitely as its new Vice President of...
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This week MRA’s Legislative Committee designated 99 legislative candidates as Friends of Retail; 66...
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Michigan Retailers Association applauds legislators for approving legislation and a budget that...
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Retail sales increase for first month since February
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Last month, the legislature took steps to crack down on Organized Retail Crime (ORC). The Michigan...
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By: Shandra Martinez
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MRA VP of Operations and General Counsel Tom Clement not only drafted the organization’s pet...
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The effective use of social media as a marketing tool does not typically fall within the purview of...
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Bill Hallan, MRA President and CEO
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Business owners and decision makers from around the state gathered in downtown Lansing on June 9...
Every now and then, we stumble upon gems from our archives. Here we feature a Michigan business...
Providing safe and tasty treats to our furry family members.
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Positive outlook remains high among Michigan business owners
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Michigan Retailers Association is awarding 12 college students with scholarships totaling $42,000...
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Four grants of $7,500 awarded to Ada, Cadillac, St. Johns, and Vassar
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POSITION: Vice President, Communications & Marketing LOCATION: Lansing, Michigan
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Retailers attribute sales decline to higher prices
Every now and then, we stumble upon gems from our archives. With summer hiring season nearing and...
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According to Michigan Retailer Association’s study of retail sales presented in its 2021 Buy Nearby...
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Are your remote workers covered under your workers’ compensation policy? Unfortunately, the answer...
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As more shoppers turn online for their shopping, Retail Reality’s Sarah Donnelly gives tips about...
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Miguel Ferreira, entrepreneur, prolific writer, founder of the newsletter, Creative Samba, and CEO...
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Since I wasn’t around for the roaring 1920s, I was hoping that now that it seems like we are...
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The flower shop Barbara Hollowick started in 1979 has put down deep roots in East Lansing. Her...
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Join us June 9 for Retail’s Night Out How long has it been since you’ve been able to connect with...
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Appropriate insurance coverage and the associated premium are calculated risks for both consumer...
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Every Monday, the Michigan Retailers Association management team meets to collectively review all...
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Retailers report a sales rebound after a slow start to 2022
After working part-time for minimum wage at a local restaurant, Blake Tuttle did the math: work for...
Four grants of $7,500 each to be awarded to communities looking to promote downtown retail
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Retailers report a slightly slower start to 2022 than reported in 2021 Michigan Retailers...
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Association will now award 12 $3,500 scholarships for 2022-2023 school year Michigan Retailers...
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BY: SHANDRA MARTINEZ
Every now and then, we stumble upon gems from our archives. In honor of Women’s History Month in...
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General Tips for Credit Card Processing MRA’s customer service representatives, such as Tamara...
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By TOM CLEMENT, MRA VP, Operations and General Counsel
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Additional Justice System Reforms Could Help BY: CEO Action for Racial Equality
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As the father of three, including Olivia, my 11-year-old, I’m used to the occasional eye-roll....
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You may have noticed that we’ve added a little feature called “From the Archives” as a nod to the...
Wren Home, LLC was a long-time dream. Dimondale resident Lisa Gnass grew up with a passion for...
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Retailers report strong rise in sales over November and year-over-year LANSING, Mich. – Michigan...
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Retailers report strong sales during extended holiday shopping weekend LANSING, Mich. – Michigan...
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By AMY DRUMM, MRA Vice President, Government Affairs
‘Tis the season of giving, but English Gardens, with six locations in the southeastern portion of...
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The answers may lie in your POS system. Top five ways your POS can eliminate problem areas in your...
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Eight in 10 consumers will see the world as ALL digital Consumers have rapidly increased their...
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When the tough gets going and encounters a pandemic, the tough change course. How VIP mapped a new...
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By TOM CLEMENT, MRA VP, Operations and General Counsel
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By SHANDRA MARTINEZ Photos THE ALPENA NEWS
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Ah, predictions! Marketers like me love predictions. That and looking at trends. Trends and...
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The December 2021/January 2022 issue of the Michigan Retailer is now online. You’ll find member...
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Optimism grows for sales increases through January 2022
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INFORM Act looks to curb prolific organized retail crime that negatively impacts Michigan retailers
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The practice of secret shopping has been deployed by business owners for some time. Lately,...
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Michigan retailers remain hopeful for sales to finish strong this year LANSING, Mich. – Michigan...
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In a city known for its world-class institutions, the Ann Arbor retailer is a destination that has...
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Whether it is a phishing attack, non-payment/non-delivery scams, or extortion, it only takes one...
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Step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth process. By BRETT GERRISH
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Jennifer Rook, VP, Communications and Marketing
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By AMY DRUMM, MRA Vice President, Government Affairs
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By SHANDRA MARTINEZPhotos STEVE JESSMORE
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By TOM CLEMENT, MRA General Counsel
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By Bill Hallan, President and CEO
Heather Zinn, owner of The Cheese Lady in Grand Rapids, shares how the other Cheese Lady locations...
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Sales plateau last two months, retailers remain hopeful for stronger sales in Q4
Shop local, enter photo contest, get deals at participating retailers
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Labor shortage continues, MRA awaits back-to-school stats LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers...
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Workers’ comp claim mistakes add unnecessary costs to your bottom line By BRETT GERRISH
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By KRISTIN REIF, Director of External Affairs, Philip Morris International
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How do you create videos that get watched and shared? Tracey Spaulding of Cold Box Films offers...
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National Payment Processing Expert John Mayleben offers tips By SHANDRA MARTINEZ
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Avoiding premium increases in workers’ compensation insurance By TOM CLEMENT, MRA VP of Operations...
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July/August 2021 By Amy Drumm, SVP of Government Affairs, MRA
Deidre Weller’s love for fashion took a backseat as she worked as a public accountant and then in...
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Labor shortages impacting product lead times and prices MRA Reports Michigan retailers’ June...
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