The Influence of The Instagram Farmer & Gardener in Retail
Interest in farming, survival, outdoor sports and gardening were on the rise before the pandemic hit. Overnight, becoming more self reliant and living in rural areas became some of the fastest growing trends across the country. So we decided to take a look at what the...3 Ways Retailers Stayed In Business During COVID-19
In February, I hit the road to talk to retailers in Washington, Oregon, and California in order to understand what was happening in their businesses, as well as get a look how their stores were changing. In a 10-day trip, I found that one third of the retailers’...Supply Chain Shortages to Blame for Retail Sales Woes
Supply Chain and Manufacturing Shortages Continue to Impact Retailers and Manufacturers Alike Amazon, just like other businesses, has seen a change in operations since the pandemic struck. The out of stock notices, higher prices, and extended delivery dates have...2021: The Year of the Road Trip
2021 is set to be the Year of the Great American Road Trip. Last year, many of us hit the road to shelter in place with family members. Later that summer, we took to exploring local areas and attractions once the cabin fever set in. As summer approaches, many...
