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Can BNPL Impact Credit Scores? A Look at FICO’s New Announcement

FICO recently announced plans to launch a new credit scoring model that will incorporate BNPL loans. Find out what this means for consumers.

4 Powerful Benefits of In-Person Networking

In our increasingly digital world, virtual networking may be the easiest choice, but the benefits of in-person networking are undeniable.

Early Activation and Digital Focus Drive Results in a Cautious Memorial Day Promo Period

NMG’s latest PriMetrix report reveals key shifts in shopping behavior and how Members are adapting with smarter, full-promo strategies 

Nationwide Marketing Group to Unveil New Showroom at Summer Las Vegas Market

New space creates strategic advantage for retailer growth through strong vendor relationships, networking opportunities and exclusive private label brand exposure.

Q&A with J.D. Barksdale of Sherwood Bedding: Encore Effortless, Industry Trends, Consumer Insights, and More

Recently, NMG’s Director of Furniture, Bedding & Outdoor, Jeff Rose, sat down with Tim Riezinger from Sherwood Bedding to talk about the new Encore Effortless mattress, exclusively for Members of Nationwide Marketing Group. LISTEN to the full conversation here. ...

5 Key Takeaways from the 2025 Houzz & Home Study

A review of the 5 insights from the 2025 report for Independent retailers in the appliance or furniture categories, as well as Independent contractors in the residential market.

Nationwide Marketing Group’s 65th PrimeTime Set for Nashville — Registration Open for Members

A strong turnout is expected to boost impact and connection for the independent channel as NMG PrimeTime returns to Nashville in August 2025.

An Update on the ENERGY STAR Program

Reflections on the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence Award and current news on the ENERGY STAR Program as of May 2025.

What Is a Performance Fabric? Trends and Top Considerations for Choosing the Right Performance Features

Learn more about performance fabric, how this topic is trending in Google searches, and 7 considerations for choosing the right performance fabric.

Contactless Payments and Buy Now, Pay Later: Should Your Business Adapt?

Read more about two top payment trends for 2025 and key considerations for incorporating these options into your POS system and e-commerce platform. 

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Member Spotlight: Mattress Land

Member Spotlight: Mattress Land

Through some proprietary technology and massive amounts of experience in the mattress retail industry, the team at Mattress Land has revolutionized the bed buying experience.

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Independent Thinking Podcast

164: How Retailers Can Leverage the ENERGY STAR Message in Their Marketing

164: How Retailers Can Leverage the ENERGY STAR Message in Their Marketing

Kaleb Behm, marketing and project manager at Nationwide, joins the podcast to discuss ways retailers can leverage the ENERGY STAR message in their own marketing. Specifically, ENERGY STAR has a unique program that helps visualize the real-world impact that selling ENERGY STAR Certified product has on the environment.

163: Mattress Retailer Keith Moneymaker Dives Into His Dreams 4 All Foundation

163: Mattress Retailer Keith Moneymaker Dives Into His Dreams 4 All Foundation

Retail has been in Keith Moneymaker’s blood since he was born. But in 2016 he found his calling, as he puts it. That’s the year Moneymaker started the Dreams 4 All Foundation — a nonprofit that takes old mattresses (like the ones his customers are replacing when they purchase a new one from his Sweet Dreams Mattresses & More store), refurbishes them and puts them in the homes of those most in need.

162: No Child Hungry Talks Turkey and Syria Giveback Efforts

162: No Child Hungry Talks Turkey and Syria Giveback Efforts

Ahead of PrimeTime in Dallas, the Nationwide Marketing Group team, on behalf of Members attending the show, offered support for No Child Hungry and their efforts to get critical supplies to earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria. During the show, William Lowry, founder of No Child Hungry, was on hand to continue to raise awareness. 

161: Introducing Oasys Residential Technology Group

161: Introducing Oasys Residential Technology Group

During Nationwide Marketing Group’s PrimeTime show in Dallas, it was announced that our custom integration group was sunsetting its old name (HTSN). The team will move forward as Oasys Residential Technology Group, or Oasys for short. We sat down with Director of Oasys Hank Alexander to talk about the new name, the group’s new strategy and more.

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