Retail is evolving

With our support & expertise, your store could be too! Join the growing number of shop owners choosing a new way forward:

RESILIENT RETAILING

Retail is an integral part of who we are, and so is continuous improvement. As retail consultants with decades of experience in store management and the corporate buying office, we use the knowledge we've gained to give back to the retail community. We help independent shop owners become profitable, resilient retailers by providing eductation, inventory planning, sophisticated analytics, and cutting-edge tools that small businesses rarely have access to.

It's always a remarkable step forward to take the actions that allow you to focus on your passion.

What Would You Like To Improve Today?

CONSISTENT

Cash Flow

It's a Balancing Act

And it is the life of your business. Get the peace of mind that having consistent cash flow provides.

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OVERSTOCK or

Out Of Stock

INVENTORY PLANNING

Let the experts handle the forecasting & analysis and provide the guidance you need. You do what you love!

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Accurate

Open-To-Buy

Having the Right Open-to-Buy

It isn't just about a budget. It starts with an in-depth look at each category of your business.

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ASSORTMENT

Planning

Assortment Planning

Both an art and a science, it all starts with a semiannual by-vendor by-class in-depth analysis. Head to market, knowing exactly how much to spend with each vendor.

Minding

The Shop

It's a Process

Establishing policies, procedures, and having a daily plan may not sound that exciting, but the benefits are endless. Let's tackle this together and help your team share the load.

Marketing &

Promotion

Establishing an Annual Marketing Plan

A plan that weaves together purchasing, presentation, and marketing. Enjoy the relief of having a plan with assigned team tasks.

Payroll

Budgeting

Payroll Budget & Scheduling

Establishing your monthly payroll budget is a great first step toward keeping staff expenses on track. The key is identifying workforce needed.

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Presentation

Telling Inspiring Stories

...through compelling windows and visual statements. Consistently great presentations start with talented buyers and a robust marketing plan.

Your

Team

Your Team

Tips to take your team to the next level: recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, incentivizing, improving performance, and more.

Why Us?

Leveraging our decades of experience in corporate buying and store management, we’ve made it our mission to help independent retailers work smarter, not harder!

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"Doug and Lonnie have been invaluable in keeping our doors open by solving excessive inventory problems and providing guidance in buying the right merchandise at the right time. I really believe we would not have made it without their servicess

"It's been the best decision I could have ever made for my business."

"Lonnie has become absolutely irreplaceable to me! I rely on her opinion before making any important business decision."

"My suggestion for anyone in the $800K + revenue bucket is to listen to these guys and allow them to help develop monthly plans of action. I have become a believer and would never operate without the discipline a proper OTB plan offers