Laura, who owns Ivy House in Texas, will save $7,000 in credit card fees this year. John, who owns the store Glass Bazaar in Tennessee, will save $4,000. That's enough to take a family to Italy on vacation.
How did they save this money? I helped Laura and John cut their credit card processing fees. I like helping stores lower their fees because it helps strengthen their ability to compete with big box stores and Amazon.com.
John had this to say:
"We are happy with the credit card processing ...
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August 3, 2017
August 3, 2017
How important are reviews to your business? It turns out, very important. Read my latest column from Tableware Today magazine on the importance of reviews.
Turning Reviews Into Sales
Does this sound like you...You need a hedge trimmer so you click on Google, read a few reviews, head to Home Depot, and make a purchase. Youβre on a favorite clothing storeβs website. The pants youβre interested in have poor fit comments so you choose something else. The reviews for the family theme park say itβs dirty...
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July 18, 2017
July 18, 2017
Nice to meet Auratic's Sara Han and Mike Zhao at their Atlanta showroom. Nice tableware. :)
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July 11, 2017
July 11, 2017
Thanks to Auratic for posting the Bridge decal in its Atlanta showroom window. The Bridge decal is an easy way to share that your products are easy to sell.
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June 29, 2017
June 29, 2017
Just in time for the holiday weekend Lily and Laura bracelets and new anklets! $12 each or 3 for $30!
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May 30, 2017
May 30, 2017
Instructors
Mary Aebischer, a native of Mexico City, is presently living in New Mexico. Aside from teaching at UNM, she continues to teach cooking classes while finishing her book on Regional Cuisines of Mexico.
Kelly Campbell (Nicely) has over 20 years of experience in the wine industry that includes teaching and selling wine. During her tenure with B&T distributing she shared with restaurant staff her knowledge, helping them to appreciate and sell wine. Over the past 20 years, she has taught ...
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Shop & Dine at your favorite downtown stores & restaurants Friday & Saturday! Participating businesses will donate 10% of sales to Capitol Arts Building Fund. Come join us! Prizes & Goodies
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March 10, 2017
March 10, 2017
The Bridal Council interviewed Andrew Pickard Morgan about the historic manufacturer's history and future. Please find the interview below:
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10 Questions with Andy Pickard Morgan, President of Pickard China
1) Pickard China is made in America a fine china company since 1893, what kind of china are you known for?
Pickard China is a fine porcelain china company best known for luxurious gold, platinum and cobalt-based china patterns.
Shop and Dine with us Friday, March 17 and Saturday, March 18! Participating stores and restaurants will be donating a portion of our profits to the Capitol Arts Center building fund!
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January 17, 2017
January 17, 2017
Yes, I use my Finex 10 inch skillet at home. I thought I knew all of the reasons why Finex is a superior product . However, after participating and listening to buyers who carry Finex in addition to Chris Boyd, president ofsales explain the benefits , I understand more than ever why Finex is such an amazing product . I want to share with you why Finex should be your go to cast Iron skillet .
1-Finex is made of premium American made cast iron and produced in portland Oregon
Yes, I use my Finex 10 inch skillet at home. I thought I knew all of the reasons why Finex is a superior product . However, after participating and listening to buyers who carry Finex in addition to Chris Boyd, President of sales explain the benefits , I understand more than ever why Finex is such an amazing product . I want to share with you why Finex should be your go to cast Iron skillet .
1-Finex is made of premium American made cast iron and produced in portland Oregon
Elizabeth Buckner attended the University of Tennessee Culinary Institute and is currently the Executive Chef for a University of Tennessee sorority. She has a unique background offering something distinct as an instructor. She is a professional author and artist, as well as a professional chef. She writes instructional painting books for Plaid Enterprises, Inc., and her first book, 'Roses en Français', was a bestseller for the company. This has emphatically influenced her career as a...
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November 17, 2016
November 17, 2016
412 Food Rescue Pop-Up at Cheeks on Forbes on 11/19!Saturday November 19th, 12 - 4pm The Squirrel Hill Cheeks & Glassworks is happy to host a Pop-Up for 412 Food Rescue! This new Non-Profit works with food retailers, wholesalers, restaurants, caterers, universities and other food providers to rescue un-sellable but perfectly good food. They only rescue fresh, perishable food -healthy food- and directly distribute to community organizations throughout Allegheny County. The Organizations include ...
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September 12, 2016
September 12, 2016
You often travel to Atlanta for the AmericasMart show. Have you visited the Beltline? Today's Times shares its positive transformation on the city. I've walked, biked, and drank my way along the beltline for the last 3 years and love seeing the city via it. Bars, restaurants, and good ol' Atlantians.
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August 23, 2016
August 23, 2016
Laura Slaymaker and her mom--who own the wonderful Serendip store in Virginia--shared this pic with us from the Atlanta show. Thanks for breakfast. See you at the next show ;)
Airlines are cashless. So are more and more restaurants. Should your gift shop become cashless? Taking only credit cards has some good advantages. Sunday's Times hashes out the pros and cons.
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July 28, 2016
July 28, 2016
At the closing auction of The Four Seasons restaurant in NYC today, were sales of Couzon chargers. Lots 255, 254, 253, 252 sold for $1700, $1600, $1700 and $1200 set/12. Nice that they held such value after all these years.
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July 26, 2016
July 26, 2016
At the closing auction of The Four Seasons restaurant in NYC today, were sales of Couzon chargers. Lots 255, 254, 253, 252 sold for $1700, $1600, $1700 and $1200 set/12. Nice that they held such value after all these years.
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