One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation 💛 The best sales relationships aren't built by selling everything—they're built by giving honest advice, even when it means saying, "This product isn't the right fit for your store." When we put community over competition, everyone wins in the long run. 🎧…
This week's episode gave a little behind-the-scenes look at what's coming next. I'm sharing why I always start with inspiration before any project, plus a sneak peek at what I'm looking forward to at Las Vegas Market. There are some exciting new vendors coming, and I can't wait to see…
Fresh off multiple Dallas Market setups and heading into Las Vegas Market, Michelle shares what's working, what's changing, and how she's rethinking her buying strategy for the season ahead. In this episode, Michelle reflects on her recent projects, including the Levant showroom and a unique merchandising project for The Brit…
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Today’s episode is live! 🎙️ Kate Kauffman joins me to talk all things merchandising, customer flow, displays, and creating stores that truly connect with shoppers. What’s Inside: Merchandising strategies that help increase sales Creative display ideas for independent retailers Lessons from Anthropologie and West Elm Listen now. Link in bio.…
Kate Kauffman is the owner of Grease & Glitter Studio, a Vermont-based creative design studio serving retailers throughout New England and beyond. She specializes in visual merchandising, store flow and layout optimization, and striking window displays. Drawing on more than 10 years of industry experience with brands like Anthropologie and…
Today's episode is live! 🎙️ Amy Meadows returns to the podcast to talk about the art and science of visual merchandising. From window displays to store layouts, we're diving into the small changes that can make a big impact on sales. What's Inside: Window display strategies that grab attention Creating…
For all of us who are merchandisers, Amy Meadows has the dream career. She has over 25 years of experience in window display, visual merchandising, and event planning. Recognized nationally in her field, Amy has reinvented traditions and reinvigorated business for both major retailers and independent businesses. From big boxes…
From the early days of Paul Frank to helping transform Igloo, Ben Soto has built a career around creativity, curiosity, and taking chances. In this clip, he shares lessons from working behind some iconic brands and why staying open to new opportunities can lead to incredible places. Listen to the…
Today's replay episode is live! 🎙️ I'm revisiting my conversation with Ben Soto, whose career has taken him from the early days of Paul Frank to Disney and now Igloo. What's Inside: The story behind the rise of Paul Frank Lessons from Disney and product development Why creativity and adaptability…
Creating depth, balance, and flow in a display can completely change how a store feels ✨ In this episode, I’m sharing how I use wood slices, risers, layered shelving, and simple architecture pieces to make displays feel abundant, cohesive, and shoppable without looking cluttered. Sometimes the smallest merchandising details make…
In this episode, Michelle shares how thoughtful retail architecture can completely transform a store by maximizing space, improving flow, and creating displays that feel abundant without becoming cluttered. She dives into practical merchandising techniques, creative tabletop styling, and the importance of layering products to create visually engaging and shoppable spaces.…
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🎙️ NEW EPISODE OUT NOW! Michelle and Susan are talking all things show season, creative display concepts, and why community-driven retail experiences matter more than ever. What’s Inside: ✨ Atlanta Market prep & showroom styling ✨ Creative merchandising inspiration ✨ In-store events & building customer connection Listen now! #RetailPodcast #RetailWhorePodcast…
In this episode, Michelle and Susan dive into the creative chaos behind preparing showroom displays for upcoming gift shows, including their process for brainstorming concepts, sourcing inspiration, and creating memorable retail experiences. They also explore the growing importance of in-store events, community-driven shopping experiences, and how retailers can use social…
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If your team isn’t performing the way you know they could… this episode is your wake-up call. We’re joined by John Dario—retail expert, CEO, and author of AIM—to break down what it really takes to build high-performing teams and drive results in retail. What’s Inside: ✔️ Why you NEED to…
Jon Dario is an author, speaker, and retail management expert. His latest book, titled AIM: How Managers Get Radically Reliable Results, is a how-to guide that helps retail organizations instill a culture of action item management and drive consistent execution, even in the dynamic world of retail. The principles behind…
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🎙️ EPISODE IS LIVE Retail isn’t about selling products—it’s about creating an experience people feel. Jacque Leonard, founder of Roux Collective, shares how she built a salon, spa + retail destination rooted in connection, intuition, and bold decision-making. ✨ What’s inside: Turning risk into opportunity (even without funding) Creating a…
Jacque Leonard is the founder and CEO of Roux Collective, a boutique salon, spa, and retail destination in Paso Robles, California. With more than 30 years of experience in the beauty industry spanning sales, marketing, retail, and behind-the-chair culture, she has built a business rooted in both connection and curation.…
After over a decade working in advertising agencies on both Madison Avenue in NYC and in Los Angeles, Meredith turned her passion for marketing to retail marketing and merchandising when she and her husband Michael purchased the historic Fair Oaks Pharmacy in 1990. Together they restored it and added the…
In this episode, we dive into the real, raw challenges of retail floor planning—from frustrating “dead spots” that refuse to convert, to the strategic shifts required to improve store flow, increase visibility, and ultimately drive sales. You’ll hear a behind-the-scenes breakdown of what actually works (and what doesn’t), including real-life…
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