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AMU Guest Blogger Peggy Johnson Spills on Survival Strategies

AMU Guest Blogger Peggy Johnson Spills on Survival...

I often refer to a quote by Helen Keller’s teacher:  “I came to teach, but I stayed to learn.”  That describes every class I have ever taught, every fashion show I have done….and more.  I have always found frontline decisions and experience to be the most valuable…along with sage advice from our sales reps…that give us insider tips on survival.  I always look forward to market to pull me...
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AMU Speaker Alison Ilg Tells how Social Networking is Another Opportunity for Connecting with Customers

AMU Speaker Alison Ilg Tells how Social Networking...

More and more businesses are using social networking as communication tools.  Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and others are all great ways to tell your customers more about you, and your store and products.   Social networks are also a way to create relationships with customers and give you another touch point. But, where do you start?  The best way to approach social media is to first determine which networks are your...
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70+ Events, Seminars, Giveaways and Special Guest Appearances

70+ Events, Seminars, Giveaways and Special Guest ...

You’re going to be blown away this Market by everything that there is to explore, discover and participate in! We’re hosting 70+ events, seminars, presentations, giveaways and special guest appearances. There is something for everyone daily! We’ve got social media classes, including a keynote by social media expert Erik Qualman, AMU seminars, dozens of giveaways, Tyler Florence, Alton Brown, Kathryn M. Ireland,...
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AMU Speakers Remind Retailers to ‘Not Chase, but Be Chased’

AMU Speakers Remind Retailers to ‘Not Chase,...

Small store. Big Store. Megastore. We all feel the pressure from our competition. How should we compete? The knee-jerk reaction is to lower our prices. When it comes to Oriental rugs, the best way is to take a lesson from a generation ago – make it job #1 to provide great service. That starts by becoming passionate for this art form, and getting educated and comfortable with answering customers’ questions...
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Shaping the Future of Your Store

Shaping the Future of Your Store...

Retailers learned to reshape how we look at body type to drive retail sales at the Shape Event as part of AmericasMart University at Atlanta Apparel Market on Saturday, Aug. 22. Licensed image consultant Mary Ann Sudnick, owner of Mariani’s Boutique, spoke about going beyond sales to establish credibility as a true expert customers are comfortable trusting with wardrobe decisions. She outlined the three major body...
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Continuing education at Atlanta Apparel

Continuing education at Atlanta Apparel...

While at Market, don’t forget that Atlanta Apparel offers free courses through its renowned educational programming, AmericasMart University (AMU). Learn for industry experts and business professionals while shopping the latest trends for your store. Check out the entire listing on the website.
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ABCs, 123s and More Advice from Experts

ABCs, 123s and More Advice from Experts...

Each Market, an array of seminars and AMU classes offer instruction and motivation to better your business. On Friday, the many experts on site to advise and instruct buyers included: For those interested in the culinary realm, Chef Jay Swift of the famed Fourth & Swift restaurant (4thandswift.com) in Atlanta shared recipes for savory Corn Soup, Georgia White Shrimp with Eggplant Relish and Strawberry Shortcake with...
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Tips for Sales Sucess in Today’s Retail Environment

Tips for Sales Sucess in Today’s Retail Envi...

Experienced retailer Melissa Haberstroh had audience members taking detailed notes earlier today as she discussed strategies for sustainable sales in her AmericasMart University seminar “Doing Business in the New Norm.”   Haberstroh stressed the importance of creating a signature style for your store, including a distinctive name and logo, in order to stand out against the competition. Those “branding” tools...
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Free Education!

Free Education!...

AmericasMart offers a complimentary educational program for buyers while at Market through AmericasMart University (AMU). Beyond the unlimited access to four buildings of product, there’s also the opportunity for a free education while here. The classes are taught by renowned industry experts and provide in-depth insight on how to make your business better. This July, there are nearly 20 classes available, ranging...
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Area Rug Growth in July

Area Rug Growth in July...

There will be more area rugs at AmericasMart than anywhere else in the world this summer. More than 100 area rug companies/manufacturers call Atlanta their home, and more than half show here exclusively. Area rug retailers will also have the chance to shop the home furnishings floors for cross-merchandising opportunities. And the same goes for home furnishings retailers and interior designers-now, they can take advantage...
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