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Hot Trends Spotted at Las Vegas Furniture Market for Summer 2025

See the top trends in both the furniture and bedding categories at this summer’s Las Vegas Furniture Market.

From July 4th to Prime Day: How Retailers Won in 2025

See how retailers performed during Amazon Prime Day and the July 4th promo period for 2025, along with exclusive insights on independent dealers.

Top Reasons Online Shoppers Abandon Cart — and How to Address Them

Learn the top 10 reasons shoppers don’t complete online purchases and 10 ways to increase the likelihood that they will.

Jesse Itzler to Headline Nationwide Marketing Group Mainstage at PrimeTime in Nashville

The serial entrepreneur, author, and endurence athlete is expected to deliver a high-energy, inspirational keynote to independent retailers.

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.

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Are QR Codes the New Barcode?

Are QR Codes the New Barcode?

Global manager of barcode standards, GS1, says QR codes could replace barcodes as early as 2027. But is this feasible across all industries?

How Much is Too Much Personalization?

How Much is Too Much Personalization?

AI makes it easier than ever to personalize marketing automations, but are brands’ tactics making customers feel valued or pushing them away?

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Independent Thinking Podcast

229: NMG’s Nick Burnett on the Power of Pursuing a Passion and Connecting with Your People

229: NMG’s Nick Burnett on the Power of Pursuing a Passion and Connecting with Your People

What’s the saying, if you love what you do you’ll never work a day in your life – right? That’s something Nick Burnett, NMG’s HR Business Partner, has put to practice in recent years, transitioning into a new role in a new business vertical within NMG. His story – an awesome one in and of itself – should resonate on many levels with independent retailers.

228: Recapping Summer Market in Las Vegas with NMG’s Furniture, Bedding & Outdoor Team

228: Recapping Summer Market in Las Vegas with NMG’s Furniture, Bedding & Outdoor Team

Coming off of a steamy week in Las Vegas, we sat down with Jeff Rose and Chad Fischer of NMG’s Furniture, Bedding & Outdoor team to recap their experience at the Summer edition of Las Vegas Market.

227: A Look at How the Home Appliance Industry is Tracking with NMG’s Mike Derro

227: A Look at How the Home Appliance Industry is Tracking with NMG’s Mike Derro

We all know 2024 was going to be one heck of a rollercoaster, but how are things tracking? And what’s the outlook heading into the back half of the year? Mike Derro, SVP of Home Appliance for NMG, shares what he’s seeing and hearing across the channel.

226: The Property Brothers Jump Into the Mattress Industry with Scott Living by Drew & Jonathan

226: The Property Brothers Jump Into the Mattress Industry with Scott Living by Drew & Jonathan

Drew and Jonathan Scott are best known for their work renovating and selling homes across a variety of shows on HGTV. The Property Brothers recently turned their attention to one particular room in the home – the bedroom – with the goal of helping consumers improve their sleep.

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