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Fort Myers Boutique Offers Wide Variety of Items

Fort Myers, FL - Talking shop with Kim Williams, owner of Forever Yours Boutique in downtown Fort Myers."We stay on trend with what's happening, but at the same time keep that classic look. It's not... more »

At New Broadway District Boutique, The Bling’s the Thing

Green Bay, WI - Walk into A Bag Lady on a tight schedule at your own risk.It's not the kind of shop for just dashing in and grabbing a quick something. It's custom-made for the... more »

Bury Chocolate Shop Gets a Boost From Cash Mob

Bury St Edmunds, UK - SHOPPERS descended on an independent chocolate shop in Bury St Edmunds yesterday as part of what is thought to be the county's first 'cash mob'.Catriona Brinkley, owner of the Bury... more »

Alton Gift Store Provides Individual Attention

Alton, IL - Growing up in retail, Stacy Keshner knew she wanted to pursue her dreams of owning a retail shop and since has successfully fulfilled that dream by opening White Birch. White Birch, 611... more »

Women in Business: Emma Spruell, founder of Flowertots Baby Gifts

Prescot, UK - WHEN teacher Emma Spruell was on maternity leave with her second daughter she received a beautiful gift from a friend that inspired her to become an entrepreneur.The gift was a baby clothes... more »

Downtown Store Focuses on Balance in the Home

Hillsborough, NC - Stepping into The Qi Garden from the hustle and bustle of Churton Street is to enter an oasis. Bright colors complemented by softer tones, subtle natural aromas and an aesthetic mixture of... more »

Colonial Flower Shoppe Serving Somers Community for Almost 30 Years

Somers, CT - For almost 30 years, the Colonial Flower Shoppe in Somers has been providing floral arrangements for all kinds of occasions.Opened in May 1983 at 612 Main St., the shop started out as... more »

Bruce’s Candy Kitchen celebrates 50th Anniversary

Cannon Beach, OR - For four generations, the Haskell family has created smiles at Bruce's Candy Kitchen. A Cannon Beach landmark, the family-owned confectionery will celebrate 50 years of making life a little sweeter for... more »

Products Aren’t Enough: Customers Want “Shoppertainment”

Patricia Norins, Spokesperson for American Express's Small Business Saturday, shares a tip on improving in-store customer experience:Shoppers are hungry for an in-store experience that provides them with the not only products they are searching for,... more »

Small Businesses Hopeful of Strong Easter Sales

Small retailers are reporting a mixed bag of conditions in the lead-up to Easter. Some businesses like bakeries are hopeful of better sales this year as Easter does not coincide with school holidays, which means... more »