Rooted in Retail Crystal Vilkaitis
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Running a store can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be lonely! Rooted in Retail is a show dedicated to helping independent retailers thrive in today's ever-evolving retail landscape. This show is made for Main Street retailers like gift shops, jewelers, pet stores, boutiques, florists, home decor and furnitures stores, hardware stores, toy stores, craft, quilting and sewing shops; tea and coffee shops, specialty retailers and more. Join your host Crystal Vilkaitis weekly, as she explores topics that are vital to the success of your store. From marketing to mindset, money to merchandising, sales to leadership, she'll cover it all. Each episode features interviews with industry experts and accomplished retailers who share their real-life insights and actionable advice. Get ready for a great conversation on how to build your dream business with Rooted in Retail. This show is produced by Crystal Media, a company that helps indie retailers shine online through social media. Visit www.rootedinretail.com to learn more.
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Navigating Instagram's Latest Updates with Steph Bechard
Holy guacamole, Instagram has made some updates that retailers need to know about!Steph Bechard from Crystal Media is joining me today to break it all down for you. We are going to tell you what these updates are, why you need to know, and what it means for you as a retailer. And it's good news for you as a small business. So yay! If you are marketing on Instagram and you're looking for ways to connect with your customers, drive foot traffic, drive website traffic, incre...
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Advice from the Retail Pros - Live Panel from EVOLVE 2024
Today, I'm thrilled to share with you a live panel discussion from our EVOLVE conference in April 2024. The energy was incredible, and my panelists brought amazing insights. If you love hearing a mix of perspectives and stories from retail experts, you’re going to love this episode!We dive into the biggest challenges independent retailers are facing right now and practical strategies to overcome them. You’ll hear a success story from one of the panelists about a client who achieved great resu...
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Embracing Fun to Build Community in Retail (After the Show)
Welcome back to After the Show where we’re diving into the impact of adding more fun in your business. In our latest episode, I had a great conversation with Aimee Pelletier and Carly Stipe from Darn Knit Anyway, a store that’s redefining community connection and fun in retail.Aimee and Carly have really brought a playful energy to their store, and you can see the results everywhere. From Instagram reels that are getting millions of views to building real connections with customers right ther...
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Crafting Community Through Classes with Darn Knit Anyway
Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to cousins Aimee Pelletier and Carly Stipe, the team behind Darn Knit Anyway. Their yarn store offers everything from a thriving e-commerce platform to a makers' lounge, and various classes and events.This episode is all about community: how to build it, connect with it, and nurture it in meaningful ways. Aimee and Carly have a lot to share about their journey and the amazing community they've cultivated through their store. Their story is full of lessons ...
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EVOLVE 2024: Winning Strategies for Retail Success
We did it, we really did it! EVOLVE 2024 is now officially in the books, and what a ride it was. Today, I'm thrilled to take you behind the scenes of EVOLVE. In this episode, I'll be sharing some of the most memorable highlights that made this year's event truly special.EVOLVE isn't just an event—it's the result of months of planning and a commitment to providing high-value content and networking opportunities. Our goal is to empower independent retailers with the tools and strategies they ne...
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The Power of Creating FOMO in Pop-Ups
We’re back for another After The Show to dive deep into the exciting world of pop-ups and pop-ins. In our latest episode, I was thrilled to host Allison Yee from Popping Up Next, where we explored all the nuances, logistics, and success stories surrounding these experiential retail strategies.Today, I'm excited to share with you my top takeaways and key insights from that discussion. From creating FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) to partnering with the right vendors, we'll explore how pop-ups can b...
Customer Reviews
Favorite Retail Podcast
I love listening to Rooted in Retail every week! Crystal asks questions to every guest that are well thought out and provide immense value for the listener. I’ve learned so much through each episode. This is hands down the best retail podcast available (and I listen to a lot of podcasts)!!
go-to marketing podcast & more!
I have learned so much about marketing our small indi-retail gift shop in Pittsburgh, PA from Crystal. So much so we are headed to Evolve in April to meet her in person!
Dig the info
Crystal does a great job asking great questions with polish and passion on the topic of retail. There are so many pitfalls to avoid while running your business- pay attention to Crystal and her guests…. They have a ton of knowledge. Dig in.