RETAILOBSERVER.COM OCTOBER 2025
6
Moe Lastfogel
moe@retailobserver.com
Moe's Musings Views
Happy Retailing,
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.asid.org
www.cedia.net
www.dpha.net
www.feigroup.net
www.htsa.com
www.cta.tech
www.cantrex.com
www.unitedservicers.com
www.NKBA.org
www.necoalliance.com
www.psaworld.org
www.prosourceinfo.com
THE RETAIL
www.nahb.org
www.natmcorp.com
www.NARI.org
nationwidegroup.org
www.aham.org
www.rtohq.org
www.joinbrandsource.com
A
s you look to the right of this article you will see a list of buying groups and
associations that make up the core of the Kitchen and Bath, Home
Furnishings and Consumer Electronics industries.
The Retail Observer
proudly supports these group associations and actively participates in their
tradeshows and industry events throughout the year.
The list of ways independents can get ahead in today's competitive environment
through group associations are limitless! Think about it. Using all of the member
benefits available to you through your buying groups and associations will no
doubt have an impact on your business. But the key is to go beyond just being a
member. Here are a few ideas on how to supercharge your partnerships!
Local magazines and newspapers are always asking organizations for expert
commentators or guest articles to fill space in their publications. Why not contact
your association's media relations person and let them know that you or
someone on your staff is interested in contributing to a monthly feature or
providing quotes for their press releases?
Does your group have an "Ask the Experts" panel discussion at their tradeshow
or member meetings where you could publicly share your knowledge as a
dealer? Maybe they have a special booth or speaker presentation that your
business could sponsor. Even if they don't, it wouldn't hurt to lay your ideas on
the table.
Co-branding with your buying groups and associations on the local level is
another great opportunity. Minor league ball games and other community events
that are well attended and fit your business model could attract customers for
you and new members for them.
Buying group and association partnerships have allowed us to reach more
readers with an informative monthly magazine. They have also been vital catalysts
for the success of the independent dealer. We look forward to hearing about the
new opportunities you've harnessed through your buying groups and associations.
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IN TODAY'S
COMPETITIVE
ENVIRONMENT
By leveraging buying groups and associations
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