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A Traveler’s Perspective

Travelers are an important part of retail sales in Alaska and other tourist destinations, and a shopper’s perspective may provide valuable information to retailers. Susan McHuron, an avid traveler and shopper who recently traveled to... more »

Once in a Blue Moose

Alaska, known as “The Last Frontier,” is a location that attracts visitors for many reasons —  its vivid beauty, fishing, dog sledding, gold, and, of course, glaciers. The 49th state offers something for everyone.  Although... more »

Editor’s Letter Fall 2019

Research shows that travel is good for our mental and physical wellbeing. Exploring new places keeps our minds fresh and activates the senses, not to mention the valuable lessons you learn along the way to... more »

Meet the Maker: nora fleming

Bringing joy to every table is the mission of the nora fleming company. Nora Napientek and her business partner and brother, Jon Neidlinger, have discovered the secret to growing a brand steadily and deliberately, all... more »

VSBLTY signs technology agreement with Sensormatic Solutions

VSBLTY Groupe Technologies Corp., a software technology company, said it has signed an exclusive Global Reseller Agreement with Sensormatic Solutions, a global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls. “Retail is changing at an accelerated rate.... more »

Studio M appoints Mike Todd president

Studio M, a provider of artful home and garden products, said its director of operations, Mike Todd, has been appointed president of the company. Todd brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having... more »

Retailers respond to tariff escalation

The National Retail Federation (NRF) responded after the Trump administration announced that current tariffs on $250 billion in Chinese goods will rise from 25 to 30 percent on October 1. New tariffs set to take... more »

burton + BURTON duo receives Lifetime Achievement Award by Georgia 4-H Foundation

Maxine and Bob Burton, founders of burton + BURTON, were honored to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Georgia 4-H Foundation. The Burtons’ ties to 4-H date back to their childhoods. Growing up, Maxine was... more »