Best Eric Velez Podcasts (2024)

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EP 167: MERCHANDISER ROUNDTABLE WITH FABIAN NAVEJAS, SUSAN ESAYIAN, AND ERIC VELEZ 1:08:53

16d ago1:08:53

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This week’s episode is sponsored by @salesproducersinc, a progressive business to business company representing Gift, Lifestyle, Fashion, Personal Care, & Kids lines selling to retail stores with a mission to create long-lasting, profitable relationships by adding significant value to our Customer, Vendor, and Team partners. For more information, c…

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EP 171: ONE CURIOUS STORY WITH ANDREW GAWDUN 1:17:20

34m ago1:17:20

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Along with his partner Bryce, Andrew Gawdun runs the shop curious... in Hermosa Beach, CA. Andrew started his journey in Colorado at a young age before moving to Nevada …

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EP 170: A PASSION FOR FASHION WITH TERESA CALDWELL 1:06:24

2d ago1:06:24

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Best known as rapper/actor Bow Wow’s …

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EP 169: NOT YOUR AVERAGE GAS STATION WITH CAROLE GIBBONS AND ERICA LASSETTER 54:35

9d ago54:35

54:35

MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 168: SUMMER SEASON UPDATE WITH MICHELLE 57:06

14d ago57:06

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. I’m back with another solo show to catch you up on what’s been going on these past few months! Here, I’ll talk a little about some of the experiences I’ve had over the s…

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EP 166: BLENDING CREATIVITY AND CULTURE WITH JAZMIN MONTALVO (PART 2) 59:03

25d ago59:03

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Jazmin Montalvo is the passionate own…

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EP 165: BLENDING CREATIVITY AND CULTURE WITH JAZMIN MONTALVO (PART I) 54:18

1M ago54:18

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Jazmin Montalvo is the passionate own…

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EP 164: HOW A SIMPLE GIFT BECAME AN EMBROIDERY BUSINESS WITH MICHELLE GALLETTA 47:53

1M ago47:53

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 163: EMPOWERING THE RETAIL INDUSTRY WITH KATE DUFF 58:48

2M ago58:48

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Kate Duff is the Founder and Wholesal…

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EP 162: A HOME DÉCOR DREAMLAND WITH TIM BABCOCK AND JAY ANTHONY 1:16:56

2M ago1:16:56

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Since 1987, Tim Babcock and Jay Anthony from Twigs Candles have been providing customers with the finest home décor with the best quality, selection and price. When you …

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EP 161: GROWING AN ENAMELWARE EMPIRE WITH CARA BARDE 47:50

2M ago47:50

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This episode is brought to you by Keena and Co., a premier gift and home agency covering all of the of the western United States. If you're a buyer and you're looking for beautiful contemporary lines, take a look at Keena's brands. Aside from representing stunningly unique and modern brands, they have a solid team of knowledgeable reps that are rea…

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EP 160: A BOLD TWIST ON CLASSIC WITH KARYN CANTOR 57:25

2M ago57:25

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 159: BALLOONING TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH ASHLEY SODIPO 1:01:23

2M ago1:01:23

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 158: KEEPING THINGS FRESH – JUNE SOLO SHOW WITH MICHELLE 42:37

3M ago42:37

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 157: OUR VERY FIRST RETAIL ROUND UP WITH NATHAN WALDON, BARBARA MOONEY, AND SARA VILLARI 1:12:44

3M ago1:12:44

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Welcome to our very first retail round up! This one features Barbara Mooney from Daisy’s Mercantile, Sara Villari from Occasionette, and Nathan Waldon from Nathan & Co. …

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EP 156: WILDLY IN DEMAND WITH KERRIE FITZGERALD 34:17

3M ago34:17

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Kerrie Fitzgerald is the founder of K…

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EP 155: BAKED WITH LOVE: ONE FANTASTIC FARMSTAND WITH MELANIE SCOFIELD 47:56

3M ago47:56

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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Suzie Kruger: London Fetish Maven 41:47

3M ago41:47

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Suzie Kruger felt like she just fell into the role, but has maintained one of the most impressive careers organizing Adult Parties across London Europe and the rest of the world. Join Mike on a journey with icon, Suzie Kruger as she tells us all about her trials and tribulations at the vibrant center of the UK sex club scene.…

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EP 154: INTERIOR DESIGN MEETS RETAIL WITH SHELLY VAN ROZEBOOM 59:50

3M ago59:50

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 153: EXCITING UPCOMING SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS WITH MICHELLE 31:36

4M ago31:36

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 152: PURCHASE WITH PURPOSE WITH TARA THORN 50:59

4M ago50:59

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 151: BRIDGING THE GAP FOR BRANDS, DESIGNERS, AND CREATIVES WITH MICHELE DOTY 46:45

4M ago46:45

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 150: BRANDING IN A NEW GENERATION WITH ALEC SAMMANN 56:43

4M ago56:43

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Alec Samman is the President and CEO …

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EP 149: A BIG HEART FOR RETAIL WITH PATRICK KEISER 43:38

5M ago43:38

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Patrick Keiser is the Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Heart on Main Street. Following a career as a high school educator, Patrick entered the wholesale i…

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EP 148: ONE POWERFUL PLATTER WITH NORA FLEMING 57:46

5M ago57:46

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Nora’s story began with a pivotal "a-…

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EP 147: A UNIQUE TAKE ON ANTIQUES WITH NATHAN RAPOSO AND SPENCER HOWARD 1:09:23

5M ago1:09:23

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a West Coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. In 2023, Nathan Raposo and Spencer Howard of Nathan Spencer Home acquired the Agoura Antique Mart in Agoura Hills, California, after operating locations in San Diego, La…

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EP 146: DON’T SHUT THE FCK UP WITH JASON MAUSSER 46:33

5M ago46:33

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This week’s episode is sponsored by @salesproducersinc, a progressive business to business company representing Gift, Lifestyle, Fashion, Personal Care, & Kids lines selling to retail stores with a mission to create long lasting, profitable relationships by adding significant value to our Customer, Vendor, and Team partners. For more information, c…

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EP 145: TACKLING STORE FLIPS WITH MICHELLE 43:26

6M ago43:26

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In my monthly solo shows, I’ll be filling you in on what’s been happening in my world, what projects I’m working on, and updates on any exciting news. I’ll also be talking about industry best practices, and in this episode, I’ll share with you how I like to tackle store flips step by step. I also share some of the new projects I’m getting into, inc…

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EP 144: ALL ABOUT THE NOTED+GIFTED EXPO WITH KATE MURRAY 29:30

6M ago29:30

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Kate Murray is the owner of Quick Brown Fox Letterpress, based in the Hudson Valley of New York. Quick Brown Fox makes quirky cards with perfect puns the old-fashioned way: one color at a time, one card at a time, on turn of the century letterpress machines. To pay her dues, Kate worked in two amazing NYC letterpress studios for more than 10 years.…

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EP 143: KEEPING RETAIL IN THE FAMILY WITH CLIONA AND LARAGH STANDÚN 1:04:51

6M ago1:04:51

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This week’s episode is sponsored by @salesproducersinc, a progressive business to business company representing Gift, Lifestyle, Fashion, Personal Care, & Kids lines selling to retail stores with a mission to create long lasting, profitable relationships by adding significant value to our Customer, Vendor, and Team partners. For more information, c…

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EP 142: WINDOWS MATTER WITH AMY MEADOWS 1:01:26

6M ago1:01:26

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. For all of us who are merchandisers, …

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EP 141: ECOMMERCE BADASSERY WITH JESSICA TOTILLO COSTER 1:10:29

7M ago1:10:29

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Jessica Totillo Coster is an eCommerce and email marketing strategist for boutique owners and product entrepreneurs. She uses data and experience to help her clients fig…

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Mohsin Zaidi: The Remarkable Journey of a Gay Muslim 47:57

7M ago47:57

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In this heartening episode, join Mike as he engages with Mohsin Zaidi, a passionate lawyer, LGBTQ activist, and best-selling author of "A Dutiful Boy". Learn about Mohsin's remarkable journey from a poor London neighborhood to his rise as a celebrated lawyer amidst the challenges and triumphs of growing up as a gay Muslim. Gain deeper insights into…

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EP 140: HIGHS AND LOWS OF 2023 WITH MICHELLE 30:25

7M ago30:25

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MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design…

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EP 139: DIVING HEADFIRST INTO RETAIL WITH SONIA MCMORAN 1:04:44

7M ago1:04:44

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This week’s episode is sponsored by @salesproducersinc, a progressive business to business company representing Gift, Lifestyle, Fashion, Personal Care, & Kids lines selling to retail stores with a mission to create long lasting, profitable relationships by adding significant value to our Customer, Vendor, and Team partners. For more information, c…

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EP138: THE UK SPIN ON MERCHANDISING WITH VERITY DOYLE 56:18

7M ago56:18

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Verity Doyle is the owner of Verity G…

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EP137: BEING SOBERISH WITH MEHRNUSH SAADAT 1:01:49

7M ago1:01:49

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Mehrnush Saadat started out in retail at the age of 15 on the floor at Upton's - if anyone remembers that store! From there, she went on to work in other retail organiza…

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EP 136: GET SOCIAL MEDIA SAVVY WITH SUSAN GEORGE 1:07:08

8M ago1:07:08

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This episode is sponsored by Sales Producers Inc., a progressive business to business company representing gift, lifestyle, fashion, personal care, & kids lines selling to retail stores with a mission to create long lasting, profitable relationships by adding significant value to their customer, vendor, and team partners. For more information, chec…

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EP 135: SNARKY GREETING CARDS AND F-BOMBS WITH ANDREW FEGLER 1:11:12

8M ago1:11:12

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This episode is sponsored by MC Design Academy, designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merc…

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EP 134: THE QUEEN OF CROWNS AND HER EMPIRE WITH KEVLYN WALSH 59:09

8M ago59:09

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This episode is sponsored by MC Design Academy, designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merc…

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EP 133: WHERE ART DECO MEETS THE 21ST CENTURY WITH EMMA LEWIS 1:14:36

8M ago1:14:36

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This episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gift, fashion + home lines. Emma Lewis is the owner of Rare Form and The Twentieth, both based in Chicago. Emma works to digitally restore and reinterpret 100-year-old designs to create unique greeting car…

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EP 132: FROM BANKING TO BRANDING WITH LINDSAY DUNCAN 48:49

9M ago48:49

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This episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company. In 2011, Lindsay Duncan was pregnant with twins and at home on bed rest. She was also recently laid off from her job in banking. These circumstances led Lindsay to create Winter Lennon, a women’s apparel and accessories brand. Although she had no background and learned as she went, Lindsay’s efforts p…

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EP 131: FROM ACTOR TO CREATIVE STYLING GURU WITH RONALD CARTER 1:02:59

9M ago1:02:59

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This episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gift, fashion + home lines. Ronald Carter likes to think of creative styling as an art form. It's a masterpiece, carefully crafted by your imagination and passion. You could say Ronald fell into this caree…

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EP 130: GROWING A BUSINESS OF GIFTS GALORE WITH ASHLEY WITHEY 43:56

9M ago43:56

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This week’s episode is sponsored by @salesproducersinc, a progressive business to business company representing Gift, Lifestyle, Fashion, Personal Care, & Kids lines selling to retail stores with a mission to create long lasting, profitable relationships by adding significant value to our customers, vendors, and team partners. For more information,…

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Peter Tatchell: Fearless Human Rights Activist 1:03:21

9M ago1:03:21

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It's an honour to have Peter Tatchell on the podcast, a fearless LGBTQ and human right's activist who's launched social movements the world over including in some of the most politically dangerous countries. He and Mike talk early life, influences and trajectory and his own gay journey both in Australia and in the UK, as well as his work founding O…

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EP 129: THE DOMINO EFFECT WITH JONATHAN COHEN 1:04:16

9M ago1:04:16

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Patrick & Company, a wholesale sales agency proudly representing nationally and internationally branded companies. Located in the Dallas Market Center, for over 30 years they have been the go-to source for retailers helping to discover those unique, sought-after, and stylish brands. Luxe Dominoes is the intersect…

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EP 128: FINDING THE KEYS TO YOUR SUPERPOWERS WITH RENEE DICK 1:17:47

10M ago1:17:47

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This week’s episode is sponsored by MC Design Academy. MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep …

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EP 127: FRAMING UP THE MERCHANDISING VISION WITH MELISSA HESSE 51:21

10M ago51:21

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This week’s episode is sponsored by MC Design Academy. MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep …

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EP 126: ROOTED IN RETAIL WITH CRYSTAL VILKAITIS 1:04:08

10M ago1:04:08

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This week’s episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines. Crystal Vilkaitis is a world-class social media expert and powerful speaker who helps retailers shine online and bring their unique brilliance to the local and global ma…

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EP 125: BUILDING A MERCHANDISING POWERHOUSE WITH ZENGENIUS 1:24:26

10M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

Ready to Zen? Let's go! ZenGenius specializes in providing Visual Merchandising, Creative Direction, and Special Events support to retail brands, businesses, and organizations of all types. Going on 25 years, ZenGenius has been a proud part of the creative and retail design communities across the globe. Michelle and the team kick things off by talk…

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