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Sessions (83)

New Buyer Orientation (Room N245)

30 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Learn the A-B-C's of ASD Market Week. Shop like a pro, find the best margin-making merchandise and get the 4-1-1 on all the fun, too! Hosted by ASD... More...

Welcome to the Independent Retailer Conference (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Join Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender and learn what you can expect from the Independent Retailer Conference at ASD, as well as ways you can maximiz... More...

Amazon 101: The Basics for Selling On Amazon (Room N245)

30 Jul 17
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: IMA

Have you been looking to start selling on Amazon.com? Travis breaks out how to get started selling on Amazon. From some of the basic rules of the p... More...

What We Can Learn From Amazon's 13.7 Billion Dollar Acquisition of Whole Foods (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

Retail is undoubtedly changing but that shouldn't mean you should be scared. Instead, discover how the future of retail may look and what you can d... More...

The 3 Locations You Need for Small Business Inventory (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Discover the importance of multiple locations for your small business inventory when selling on different marketplaces. Gain insight and resources ... More...

Dispelling Millennial Myths: What the New Generation of Shoppers Actually Wants from You (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

Millennials are transforming the relationship between retailer and consumer in search of a seamless experience from online to in-store, but nobody ... More...

Wholesale 101: Buying Wholesale for Amazon From Two Very Different Business Models (Room N245)

30 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: IMA

Robyn Johnson and Eddie Levine will take you through 2 different methods of how to find wholesale sources at a trade show and analying them to fin... More...

Understanding How to Sell Online and How to Automate Your Business (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

The Buy Box is where most Amazon sales happen. Learn why it is important, how to win the Buy Box and key metrics for the Buy Box Algorithm. Getting... More...

The Crackle Factor™:Taking Your Store Off Auto-Pilot! (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

It’s time to turn off the auto-pilot and make your sales floor crackle again! Join Kizer & Bender and learn what successful retailers do to create ... More...

Diversification - New Marketplace Opportunity - Jet.com (Room N245)

30 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Tracks: IMA

Amazon is a great marketplace to sell your products and grow your brand. However, relying only Amazon is risky. Learn about how you can diversify ... More...

The Secret To Moving More Inventory Faster Than Ever (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

There is one secret to moving out the most inventory ever AND putting the most cash in your pocket. You have never been taught this before, and you... More...

How to Shop the Show: Buyers Intro Guide to SourceDirect (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

30 Jul 17
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

New to SourceDirect? Learn the ins and outs of navigating the show floor and discover the tools and educational sessions available to ensure you ha... More...

Flight Club and Their Strength Among Consumers: What You Can Learn From Them (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Amidst the potentially devastating landscape there are retailers rising above, proving the future isn't bleak but instead hopeful. These retailers ... More...

Inventory Optimization 101 (Room N245)

30 Jul 17
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Tracks: IMA

How to effectively manage your small business inventory. More...

Is Your Inventory Enjoying Birthday Celebrations? (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

If you’re holding inventory, it’s costing you big time. The question is: How much? This presentation will cover the following terms: inventory ho... More...

A Panel Discussion: Lessons Learned from Shark Tank Fame, Retail Success & More (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Speaker(s): Daniel Fogelson ; David Levich ; Nicole Leinbach Reyhle ; Pat Crowley
Hear from Shark Tank alum Sun-Staches, Chapul and Three Jerks Jerky about how to gain retail success based on their own Shark Tank experiences and ... More...

Building the backbone of a multi-million dollar wholesale business (Room N245)

30 Jul 17
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: IMA

Changes on the e-commerce marketplaces including new brand restrictions, category approval requirements, and product authenticity concerns have sel... More...

Reducing Small Parcel and Freight Costs (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Transportation impacts your business on a daily basis.  Learn how to reduce costs of small parcel and LTL freight.  Shipping LTL is not scary, let ... More...

The China Factor

30 Jul 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

The China Factor" outlines competitive strategy and solutions to the many challenges that Western businesses face today with emerging competitors. More...

Hurricane Pop-Tarts: Weather's Astounding Impact on Your Store (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Did you know that almost nine out of every ten in-store dollars you make above or below your average is due to the weather? We’ll share stories of ... More...

Tips to Avoid Bookkeeping Errors That Will Cost You In The Long Run (Room Central Lobby)

30 Jul 17
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

If bookkeeping doesn't top your list of favorite things to do, this is a session you won't want to miss. Discover the common faults people make whe... More...

New Buyer Orientation (Room N245)

31 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Learn the A-B-C's of ASD Market Week. Shop like a pro, find the best margin-making merchandise and get the 4-1-1 on all the fun, too! Hosted by ASD... More...

How to Shop the Show: Buyers Intro Guide to SourceDirect (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

31 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Source Direct

New to SourceDirect? Learn the ins and outs of navigating the show floor and discover the tools and educational sessions available to ensure you ha... More...

Today at the Independent Retailer Conference (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Join Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender and learn what you can expect from the Independent Retailer Conference at ASD, as well as ways you can maximiz... More...

Diversifying Your Business Off Amazon – Why You Need Your Own Online Store To Grown Your Brand and Protect Your Business (Room N245)

31 Jul 17
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: IMA

Amazon is a great marketplace to sell your products and grow your brand. However, growing your business solely on Amazon can come with a lot of ris... More...

Embracing Technology and Winning With It: A Look at Sephora (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

Speaker(s): Nick Stagge
Amidst the potentially devastating landscape there are retailers rising above, proving the future isn't bleak but instead hopeful. These retailers ... More...

How to Optimize Your Listings on the 3 Major Marketplaces (Room N243)

31 Jul 17
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: IRC

Discover expert advice on making the most of your listings on Amazon, Ebay, and Walmart – ecommerce’s 3 major marketplaces that you need to know ab... More...

How to Use Bookkeeping to Grow Your Business (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Bookkeeping is an essential part of any strong business and in this session you'll discover the benefits of keeping good financial records, ways to... More...

Reducing FedEx & UPS Costs (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

Did you know that each year UPS and FedEx rates rise? In this quick, 15-minute session we will share some tips on lowering your costs without sacri... More...

Sourcing 101: Finding New Suppliers and How to Negotiate a Contract (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

31 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

Speaker(s): Amy Karam ; Jim Ullum ; Kelly Raia ; Mercedes Gonzalez ; Nathan Resnick
This session will cover the fundamentals of sourcing your products from overseas. The panel will share their varied expertise covering the process ... More...

Why Your Products Aren't Selling: How to use reviews and competitor data to create better listings (Room N245)

31 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: IMA

When your sales are not reaching your full potential on Amazon many sellers scratch their head and are lost. Before you can fix your problem you h... More...

5 Keys to Building Store Strength with Video Getting past video myths to find effective strategies (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Video is a powerful tool that can increase both store traffic and overall dollars spent at your store. But, for retailers to take advantage of vide... More...

The Secret to High-Converting Facebook Ads (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Facebook Ads can be an incredible customer acquisition tool for almost any business — IF you know what you're doing. "Set-it-and-forget-it" just do... More...

The Elements of Sourcing-Contract, Logistics, and QC (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

31 Jul 17
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

This session will cover the fundamentals to help aid you through the sourcing process. The panel will discuss in-depth the quality control process,... More...

Building a 7 Figure Private Label Brand on Amazon (Room N245)

31 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Tracks: IMA

Topic 1 - We will go over the 5 Steps it takes to find, list,rank and build a Private label brand on Amazon. Topic 2 would be, Our process of findi... More...

Mia Secret! Presents: European Nail Trends 2017 (Room N237)

31 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Discover European Nail Trends, Gel Paint and Nude Collection More...

Dispelling Millennial Myths: What the New Generation of Shoppers Actually Wants from You (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Millennials are transforming the relationship between retailer and consumer in search of a seamless experience from online to in-store, but nobody ... More...

Stop Giving Away Your Store:  End the Cash Drain and Know Your Numbers for Ultimate Profit (Room N243)

31 Jul 17
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Want to increase your cash flow? This seminar will help you do just that! You’ll learn how to be more successful and profitable in your business - ... More...

Where Oh Where Is My Inventory? (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

To cycle count or not to cycle count, that is the question! Why should a retailer do inventory cycle counts? What does it mean in terms of commitme... More...

5 Best Practices for Buying in China (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

31 Jul 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

In order to be successful buying in China there are some key practices that are critical to drive good purchasing decisions. With a highly develope... More...

E-Commerce Insurance: What you need and what you can live without! (Room N245)

31 Jul 17
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Ashlin Hadden of Voldico Insurance guides you through the necessities of insurance and how your insurance covers you as an Ecommerce professional. More...

Understanding How to Sell Online and How to Automate Your Business (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

The Buy Box is where most Amazon sales happen. Learn why it is important, how to win the Buy Box and key metrics for the Buy Box Algorithm. Getting... More...

Across the Generations: A Panel Discussion About Women Shoppers (Room Generation Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Speaker(s): Georganne Bender ; Meaghan Brophy ; Nicole Leinbach Reyhle
Looking to understand your target audience better? Join Nicole Reyhle, Founder of Retail Minded, as she leads a discussion about women consumers an... More...

Bookkeeping Roundtable: An Hour Discussion on Streamlining Your Bookkeeping, Back Office & More (Room N243)

31 Jul 17
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Come join Bench for a discussion around how to streamline your back office, bookkeeping and more! We'll go over bookkeeping options and best practi... More...

"Man in the Middle” - How to create value for the end customer in a digital B2B2C world. (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

31 Jul 17
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

This session will describe the pressures on each constituent in the commerce and content value chain. Whether an exporter, importer, distributor, ... More...

What We Can Learn From Amazon's 13.7 Billion Dollar Acquisition of Whole Foods (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Retail is undoubtedly changing but that shouldn't mean you should be scared. Instead, discover how the future of retail may look and what you can d... More...

Double Your Brick & Mortar Foot Traffic (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Learn the exact steps to take to double your foot traffic - without putting anything on sale!  This is about selling full price goods.   Using the ... More...

Stop Playing Hide and Seek With Your Inventory (Room Central Lobby)

31 Jul 17
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Ever feel like you’re playing hide and seek with your inventory? During this session discover how to layout and name your inventory locations to he... More...

"Man in the Middle” - How to create value for the end customer in a digital B2B2C world. (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

01 Aug 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Source Direct

This session will describe the pressures on each constituent in the commerce and content value chain. Whether an exporter, importer, distributor, ... More...

Today at the Independent Retailer Conference (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Join Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender and learn what you can expect from the Independent Retailer Conference at ASD, as well as ways you can maximiz... More...

Facebook and Funnels For eCommerce Sellers (Room N245)

01 Aug 17
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: IMA

Everyone knows the incredible power of Facebook Advertising and we all keep hearing about Sales Funnels. Bryan Bowman going to share the strategies... More...

The 2 Bad Habits You Need to Eliminate in Your Inventory Organization (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

Organizing your inventory locations for ease of use and accuracy is important in running a successful business. During this quick, 15-minute sessio... More...

Brick and Mortar: The Point of Experience (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Tracks: IRC

Want to strengthen your in-store experience? This session will reveal how Skullcandy is turning brick and mortar locations into a meaningful point ... More...

Why All Brick and Mortar Stores Should Love – not Fear – Amazon (Room N243)

01 Aug 17
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: IRC

If you think Amazon is stealing your business, you've got lots of company.  They're a behemoth that has completely changed how consumers think abou... More...

Addressing rights owner, cease and desist, and IP complaints as an Amazon seller (Room N245)

01 Aug 17
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
In the current Amazon marketplace, the importance of protecting your IP and descending your Amazon account against fraud is at the fore front of ev... More...

Sourcing 101: Ask the Experts (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

01 Aug 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

Speaker(s): Derek Newbold ; Greg Buhyoff ; Jim Ullum ; Kelly Raia ; Nathan Resnick
This interactive Q&A allows attendees to ask the panelists questions pertaining to sourcing and importing. Experts will address questions from the ... More...

Understanding How to Sell Online and How to Automate Your Business (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: IRC

The Buy Box is where most Amazon sales happen. Learn why it is important, how to win the Buy Box and key metrics for the Buy Box Algorithm. Getting... More...

How to Increase Store Traffic and Make it Convert (Room N243)

01 Aug 17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

We'll workshop quick and easy ways to increase foot traffic to your store that you can get started with right away. It's not enough to get people t... More...

How to Increase Your Retail Sales on Social Media in Less Than 1 Hour a Day (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Social Media is where your buyers are. Learn how to quickly and easily reach your niche targeted audience with Social Media so you are not wasting ... More...

The China Factor

01 Aug 17
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

The China Factor" outlines competitive strategy and solutions to the many challenges that Western businesses face today with emerging competitors. More...

Meet the Online Sellers – Experienced Ecommerce Sellers (Room N245)

01 Aug 17
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Speaker(s): Doyle Carver ; Eddie Levine ; Kim Coghlan ; Liran Hirschkorn ; Robyn Johnson
Whats better than learning from the experts? How about learning from five of them! With 45+ years of combined experience, these ecommerce sellers &... More...

Mia Secret! Presents: European Nail Trends 2017 (Room N237)

01 Aug 17
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Discover European Nail Trends, Gel Paint and Nude Collection More...

Shipping Contract Negotiation: What You Need to Know (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Have you ever gone into a negotiation and wished you had the same information at your fingertips that FedEx or UPS brings to the table? This sessio... More...

Selling Online:When is it right for YOU? (Room N243)

01 Aug 17
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Everyone these days seems to be selling online. Should you? There are questions to be considered before creating an online shopping experience. For... More...

Targeting Gen Z (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Want to reach the Gen Z audience? This 15-minute presentation will reveal how independent retailers can target Gen Z shoppers by breaking down who ... More...

Increasing Profitability for Your Ecommerce Business: 7 Steps to Higher Profits (Room N245)

01 Aug 17
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Tracks: IMA

Robyn Johnson of Best From The Nest will be giving you actionable steps so that you can increase your profitability in your business. More...

The Elements of Sourcing-Contract, Logistics, and QC (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

01 Aug 17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

This session will cover the fundamentals to help aid you through the sourcing process. The panel will discuss in-depth the quality control process,... More...

5 Keys to Building Store Strength with Video Getting past video myths to find effective strategies (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Video is a powerful tool that can increase both store traffic and overall dollars spent at your store. But, for retailers to take advantage of vide... More...

A New Dynamic: The Consumers Path to Purchase (Room N243)

01 Aug 17
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

The consumers path to purchase is rapidly evolving. With an infinite amount of options and opinions consumers no longer know who to trust for advic... More...

A Panel Discussion: From Small Parcel to Freight, Discover Ways to Save Money & Ship More Efficiently (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Speaker(s): Brian Gibbs ; Kim Wren ; Nicole Leinbach Reyhle
Join industry shipping experts as they share a stage to reveal the best tips, tricks and techniques to help streamline and support all of your ship... More...

Global Free Trade and its Effect on Sustained Economic Development (Room Source Direct Seminar Stage)

01 Aug 17
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Source Direct

From large manufacturers to individuals, any size importer or exporter can take advantage of a foreign-trade zone (FTZ). However, many companies ar... More...

Technology for the retailer, Why should I care? (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

There's a lot to learn - and a lot to shuffle through - when it comes to retail technology. This session provides an overview of the choices availa... More...

Tips to Avoid Bookkeeping Errors That Will Cost You In The Long Run (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

If bookkeeping doesn't top your list of favorite things to do, this is a session you won't want to miss. Discover the common faults people make whe... More...

The 3 Numbers To Change Your Cash Flow Forever (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

What numbers do I have to pay attention to get more cash? How can I make it easier to make it better?  Cash flow is often a struggle.  Once you kno... More...

Hurricane Pop-Tarts: Weather's Astounding Impact on Your Store (Room Central Lobby)

01 Aug 17
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

Did you know that almost nine out of every ten in-store dollars you make above or below your average is due to the weather? We’ll share stories of ... More...

Today at the Independent Retailer Conference (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Join Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender and learn what you can expect from the Independent Retailer Conference at ASD, as well as ways you can maximiz... More...

Is Your Inventory Enjoying Birthday Celebrations? (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

If you’re holding inventory, it’s costing you big time. The question is: How much? This presentation will cover the following terms: inventory ho... More...

Reducing Small Parcel and Freight Costs (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: IRC

Transportation impacts your business on a daily basis.  Learn how to reduce costs of small parcel and LTL freight.  Shipping LTL is not scary, let ... More...

The 3 Locations You Need for Small Business Inventory (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: IRC

Discover the importance of multiple locations for your small business inventory when selling on different marketplaces. Gain insight and resources ... More...

The Science of Shopping: How to Set Your Sales Floor to Sell! (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

One of the most challenging aspects of retailing is choosing the layout that’s right for your store’s unique configuration; another is to combine i... More...

Understanding How to Sell Online and How to Automate Your Business (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

The Buy Box is where most Amazon sales happen. Learn why it is important, how to win the Buy Box and key metrics for the Buy Box Algorithm. Getting... More...

How to Use Bookkeeping to Grow Your Business (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: IRC

Bookkeeping is an essential part of any strong business and in this session you'll discover the benefits of keeping good financial records, ways to... More...

The Secret To Moving More Inventory Faster Than Ever (Room Central Lobby)

02 Aug 17
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: IRC

There is one secret to moving out the most inventory ever AND putting the most cash in your pocket. You have never been taught this before, and you... More...