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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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Vinyl Is Back On Top

Vinyl Is Back On Top

For the first time in 35 years, consumers purchased more vinyl records than CDs in a given year, according to RIAA data.

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Independent Thinking Podcast

113: An Azione Unlimited Spring Conference Recap

113: An Azione Unlimited Spring Conference Recap

Azione Unlimited is fresh off of its New Dreams in New Orleans event, and Patrick McCarthy, the group’s director of new business and member services, jumps on the Independent Thinking Podcast to recap what went down. We also dive into some of the latest custom integration trends, how the business has evolved and more.

112: Nice North America Shares Simplified Connected Home Vision

112: Nice North America Shares Simplified Connected Home Vision

After their acquisition of Nortek Control in October 2021, Nice North America has big plans to help custom integrators simplify the story around the smart home. Paul Williams, Chief Product Officer for Nice, jumped on the Independent Thinking Podcast to share that vision and talk through the benefits the company can provide to integrators.

111: Snap One’s Greg Simmons on HTSN Partnership, Education Push

111: Snap One’s Greg Simmons on HTSN Partnership, Education Push

Greg Simmons, Vice President of industry partnerships for Snap One, spent the bulk of his career on the custom integration side of the business. He shares what it’s like being on the brand side and more on his push to train and educate inspiring technicians.

110: HTSN is Putting an Emphasis on Education

110: HTSN is Putting an Emphasis on Education

Whether it’s new partnerships like that with Snap One, or upcoming programming with CEDIA Tech Summits and the HTSN CI Summit, education is at the heart of everything Hank Alexander is doing for Nationwide Marketing Group’s network of custom integration dealers.

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