RETAILOBSERVER.COM JUNE 2017
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Moe Lastfogel
moe@retailobserver.com
Moe's Musings Views
Happy Retailing,
This July will mark the 10 year anniversary of our team taking over the
reins of The Retail Observer. It's been an amazing time for this "news
rag," as it was jokingly called at times. More on that next issue. For now, I
want to discuss the education our publication provides through the
writers, trade shows and groups that we work with.
The first line of our mission statement reads: "To be recognized as an
industry leader and innovator in providing educational information to the
independent retailers across the globe." This still holds true 10 years
after it was written. We strive every month to bring our readers more
news, information, and education that is pertinent to today's retail world.
John Tschohl and Elly Valas have been with us almost since the start of
this journey. I am frequently told during my travels that John's key insights
into customer service and Elly's knowledge of retail have been a great
asset to many. The addition of Libby Wagner's articles on work place
culture and relationships has been inspiring and has helped me in my own
business dealings. Recently retired Joe Higgins of Whirlpool has been
giving us a great quarterly viewpoint into the U.S. economy.
The buying groups and trade associations we work with have added a
great dimension to the education that we offer to our readers today. New
trends, educational opportunities and trade shows are always at the
forefront of what these groups and associations offer.
As we head into our next decade we will strive to keep you abreast of
new retail trends, smart home technologies, and many other education
opportunities as they arise. If there is any area you would like for us to add
to our editorial, please feel free to reach out to Eliana or myself and we will
consider further resources to highlight in that area.
GETTING
EDUCATED
We proudly support the following
trade associations and buying groups
throughout North America whose news
and information greatly contribute to the
quality of The Retail Observer and the
education of our readers.
www.unitedservicers.com
www.cedia.org
www.NKBA.org
www.asid.org
www.aham.org
www.brandsource.com
www.megagroupusa.com
www.ce.org
www.nahb.org
www.dpha.net
www.htsa.com
Follow us on:
Join us at:
www.psaworld.com
www.nationwidemarketinggroup.org
www.NARI.org
www.cantrex.com
Become a Fan:
www.psoca.org
www.necoalliance.com
www.prosourceinfo.com
www.nahfa.org
THE RETAIL
www.nrha.org
