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Introducing NRF Retail Converge
NRF’s new virtual event offers the depth of a workshop within the breadth of a conference.
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Retailers help advance President Biden’s vaccination goal
Target, Krispy Kreme, The Vitamin Shoppe and more are offering incentives to vaccinated people.
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Rethinking retail technology leadership
Four speakers to help you level up your IT leadership skills at NRF Retail Converge.
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How Nordstrom and The Home Depot take advantage of livestreaming’s potential
Live streaming adds another level of customer engagement and community building.
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Hasbro feels the force of Disney+ Star Wars collection
Hot releases like Baby Yoda have driven revenue growth.
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Veteran-owned Teak & Twine makes the giftboxes you wish you got
Retail Gets Real episode 218: How military experience led to resilience as a business owner.
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Celebrating the resilience and innovation of small retailers
Mission-driven small businesses lead by example.
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3 veteran-owned businesses you should know
Following a passion for creating delicious food and drinks brought success to these small businesses.
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Addressing “the new normal” in LP and security
Experts at NRF Retail Converge will tackle a number of issues that have arisen in light of COVID-19.
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4 ways the PRO Act hurts small businesses
Small business owners weigh in on the bill’s impact.
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How The Phluid Project’s gender-free message goes beyond retail
Retail Gets Real episode 217: Creating an inclusive retail experience with The Phluid Project.
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The small retailer that changed the makeup landscape for women of color
Marjani founder Kimberly Smith on running a small business and the power of Black consumers.
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Current COVID-19 resources
Coronavirus Resources for Retailers
Resources and information for retailers on the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Retailers help advance President Biden’s vaccination goal
Target, Krispy Kreme, The Vitamin Shoppe and more are offering incentives to vaccinated people.
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Retail Cargo Imports Set New Record as Economy Recovers
Retail cargo imports hit a new record this spring and the first half of 2021 is expected to be a third higher than 2020.
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With ‘Feel-Better Situation’ for Consumers, Economy Could See Fastest Growth Since 1980s
With more businesses reopening and rehiring employees, the economy could see its fastest growth in three decades.
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March Retail Sales See Strong Rebound Amid Increased Vaccination and Government Stimulus
Retail sales rebounded March as government checks fattened bank accounts and more vaccination let consumers get out.
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One Year Later, Economy 'Has Come a Long Way'
The economy has made dramatic progress since the pandemic hit a year ago, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz says.
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NRF Says Extension of Paycheck Protection Program Vital to Small Businesses
NRF issued a statement following the Senate's approval to extend the Paycheck Protection Program.
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February Retail Sales Show Strong Year-Over-Year Growth as Vaccine and Stimulus Provide a Boost
Retail sales gained considerable year-over-year traction in February despite a monthly slowdown from January.
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Retailers Express Concern About OSHA Emergency Regulation
NRF expressed concern about a possible OSHA emergency temporary standard regulation regarding COVID-19.
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CVS rolls out vaccine distribution to its communities across the country
The pharmacy giant is bringing a COVID-19 vaccine near you.
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NRF Statement on Senate Passage of $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill
NRF issued a statement from President and CEO Matthew Shay on COVID-19 relief.
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NRF Encourages Customers to Continue Wearing Masks in Stores Nationwide
NRF released a statement in response to several states lifting mask mandates.
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