From Chaos to Control: Inventory Management
Darlene Mitchell, Boutique Business Coach and Inventory Strategist, shares inventory management tips, tools, and strategic planning methods for independent retailers to increase sales and maximize profits.
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New! 2026 Summer Market Must-Haves
Posted: 7/20/2026
Discover the Market must-haves that reflect what today’s consumers are looking for: products with purpose, personality, and the power to create memorable moments.
Your Comprehensive Holiday Gift Guide
To assist you in curating a standout holiday collection, we've compiled a holiday gift guide that will delight your customers and boost sales.
Inventory Management for Independent Retailers
Meet Darlene Mitchell, Boutique Business Coach and Inventory Specialist, and learn how she helps retailers grow through financial strategy, inventory management, and assortment planning techniques.
The Power of Gift and Subscription Boxes for Retailers
Gift and subscription boxes offer a myriad of benefits to retailers, ranging from enhanced customer loyalty and convenience to increased revenue streams and brand visibility. By creating personalized experiences, engaging new customers, and harnessing the power of data-driven insights, retailers can position themselves for long-term success in an ever-evolving retail landscape.
Summer Market Must-Haves
Our marketing team traveled to Dallas, Atlanta, and Las Vegas and highlighted customer favorites straight from the market floor.
Selling for the Senses
Incorporating sensory experiences such as offering coffee or wine in boutiques can help increase foot traffic and encourage customers to spend more time browsing the store.
July 2023 Industry Update with Doug Cofiell
Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell shares his insight into how the current economy, combined with available technologies, will create balance for our gift and home retailers for the remainder of the year.
Personal Shopping
By offering personal shopping services, small retailers can build strong connections with customers, differentiate themselves from competitors, and potentially increase revenue while providing an exceptional shopping experience.
Insights & Tips for Starting Your eComm Journey
Discover insights and key learnings from two retailers with successful eComm track records in the gift and home industry.
More than a Store: eComm Success for Brick & Mortar
From “bottling up” the in-store experience to how to turn traffic into paying customers, this webinar recording will provide you with actionable take-aways to increase your online sales.
Strategies for eCommerce Success
Discover strategic questions to ask yourself as a retailer to build eCommerce success, long before you consider which technology platforms to build your website on.
The Business of Live Selling on Social Media
Turning Likes into Sales: Join us for this review of live selling on social media, including real-world input from experienced retailers in our gift and home industry.