Retail is Evolving
Your store could be too! Join the growing number of Shop Owners choosing a new way forward;
RESILIENT RETAILING
BUY WHAT THEY LOVE!
SELL WHAT YOU OWN!
Get an Assortment Plan Today!
After decades of store management and corporate merchandise buying experience, retail is an integral part of who we are. Today as retail consultants, we use the knowledge we've gained to give back to the retail community by helping Independent Stores become both Resilient and Profitable Retailers. We do that by providing education, inventory planning, sophisticated analytics, and retail tools small businesses rarely have access to.
It's always a remarkable step forward to take the actions that allow you to focus on your passion.
What Would You Like To Improve Today?
CONSISTENT
Cash Flow
It's A Balancing Act
And it is the life of your business. Get the peace of mind having consistent cash flow provides.
More About Improving Cash Flow
OVERSTOCK or
Out Of Stock
INVENTORY PLANNING
Let the experts handle the forecasting, analysis, and provide the guidance you need. Do what you love.
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Accurate
Open-To-Buy
Having the Right Open-To-Buy
Isn't just about a budget. It starts with an in-depth look at each category of your business.
How Open-To-Buy Planning Works
ASSORTMENT
Planning
Assortment Planning
Both an art and science starts with a semi-annual by vendor by class in-depth analysis. Start your next market off by knowing just what you need to spend with each vendor.
More About Our Assortment Plans
Minding
The Shop
It's a Process
Establishing policies, procedures, and having a daily plan may not sound too exciting. Let's establish them and let your team share the load.
read tips for running the shop
Marketing &
Promotion
Establishing an 8 Month Marketing Plan
That weaves purchasing, presentation, and marketing together. Enjoy the relief of having a plan with assigned team tasks
More About Using a Media Plan
Payroll
Budgeting
Payroll Budget & Scheduling
Establishing your monthly payroll budget is a great first step toward keeping staff expenses on-track. Putting that into action takes identifying when the additional workforce is needed.
More on Budgeting & Scheduling
Presentation
Telling Inspiring Stories
Through compelling windows and visual statements. Consistently great presentations start with talented buyers and a robust marketing plan.
How To Coordinate Inspiring Presentations
Your
Team
Your Team
Recruiting, Hiring, Training, Coaching, Incentivizing, and improving performance. Tips to take your team to the next level.
More About Managing Teams
"Doug and Lonnie have been invaluable in keeping our doors open by solving excessive inventory problems and providing guidance in buying the right merchandise at the right time. I really believe we would not have made it without their servicess
Judy BurksPresident
"It's been the best decision I could have ever made for my business."
Tammy PularOwner
"Lonnie has become absolutely irreplaceable to me! I rely on her opinion before making any important business decision."
Karen PulaskiFounder & Creative Director
"My suggestion for anyone in the $800K + revenue bucket is to listen to these guys and allow them to help develop monthly plans of action. I have become a believer and would never operate without the discipline a proper OTB plan offers
OwnerMen's/Women's Store, PA
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