How is everyone doing?!? We are doing everything we CAN to stay in touch with y'all!
Do you follow us on FACEBOOK? What about INSTAGRAM? We encourage you to click on our links and give us a follow ... we're posting images of product, decorating ideas, videos of product areas and more on a daily basis ... even if you just want to look/watch for entertainment purposes!!! (yes, we know we're not the best at video, but we're trying!!!)
I believe that no business will survive the COVID-19 pandemic alone. Together, we can help indie stores survive this crisis.
Here is what Bridge is doing to help members:
Bridge is hosting COVID-19 preparation webinars for retailers, brands, and sales reps. For retailers, we hosted three trainings this week. You are invited to watch a replay of the COVID webinar for retailers here: https://vimeo.com/402693440/844cc20eec Our webinar
Getting more registrants to register at your store.
Watch this training:
1. Visit your account's Success Checklist. The video is on the right-hand side.
or
2. Please contact Bridge to for the Vimeo URL.
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I find the poem 'The Low Road' by Marge Piercy to be inspiring. It's originally meant to be a political call to arms, but I find it just as motivational for indie retailers to team up.
Market buildings are looking down the barrel of a gun. To find out why, check out my article in this month's Tableware Today.
THE LAST WORD
CHART YOUR FUTURE BEFORE BIG TECH DOES
by JASON SOLAREK
Market buildings are starting to take digital seriously. Why, finally? Because Amazon is nipping at retailers’ heels? No. Because Zola is stealing indie stores’ registry business? No. Sadly, the main thing that’s brought markets up to speed has to do with their own dollars and ...
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October 22, 2019
October 22, 2019
Oct. 17, 2019 - President Trump celebrates the opening of the new Louis Vuitton store in Alvarado, Texas. Alvarado is a small town of 5000 people and will employ 500 people. Some consumers say they want their luxury labels coming from their place of origin. What do you think?
Scammers are ordering items and then claiming to not have made the order.
Here is more information on what happened: An indie retailer received a large order for Versace to ship to Canada. After the product was shipped and delivered, the customer said it never ordered it.
The indie store owner then spends hours dealing with the issue.
What to watch out for: + Large orders. + Orders for brand name items like Versace that can easily be resold domestically or overseas. + Orders that ship ...
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September 22, 2019
September 22, 2019
Who else is watching their favorite team play today? ?♀️
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September 5, 2019
September 5, 2019
What does Domino’s pizza and Amazon have in common? I’ll share: back in the 1980s, Dominos promised to deliver your pizza in 30 minutes or less. But drivers were speeding, getting in accidents, and even killing people in tryin to make this deadline. Dominos was sued over this marketing promise, eventually lost a lawsuit for $78m, and dropped it. Today’s Times shares that Amazon and its contractors have killed 10 people in their deliveries of packages. Will Amazon’s packages face the same fate as...
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I went into a small shop in New York City yesterday and admired all their nice tableware. It offered mugs, cups, plates, drinking glasses, and vases—all items that are great for gift registries.
The store was empty. I thought it may be a good time ask the store manager if the store offered an online registry. He replied "yes." I was surprised because there was no signage in the store that said it offered a gift registry. I shared with him what Bridge is and explained that we...
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August 20, 2019
August 20, 2019
Chelsea Clock timepieces do more than just tell time. They also mark special occasions, honor big accomplishments, and become cherished for generations.
Watch this video to see just why they are the oldest clock maker in America.
Let us help you find the perfect Chelsea Clock addition to any decor.
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August 9, 2019
August 9, 2019
Is it football season yet? We can't wait to start hosting watch parties again, like this adorable setup from @lyraandjanekitchen.
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Our hearts were warmed after spotting the street art of Mr. Rodgers waving at us under an overpass on the way to work on day. We were fans of Dellarious before we even really knew what it was. His pictures of iconic Rochester places, his portraits of musical legends, and social justice heroes both local and global have found a perfect home at Parkleigh. We wanted to know more about the creative and activist spirit of Mike Dellaria and how he generates these incredible images that not only touch ...
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