IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) @ILRetail
One of the largest state retail organizations in the U.S., IRMA represents more than 20,000 stores of all sizes and merchandise lines across Illinois. irma.org Springfield, IL Joined February 2015-
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Consumers are expected to spend $33.5 billion — or an average of $254.04 per person — on Mother's Day this year, according to @NRFnews' annual consumer survey. Read more about the top gift categories and celebration plans here: ow.ly/vwNw50Rp8wy.
From customized promotions to exclusive perks, grocers nationwide are launching loyalty programs for the first time or revamping their existing ones. Check out this roundup of the latest loyalty program efforts from @GroceryDive: ow.ly/kzOA50Ro9Yu
It's been a tough few years for retailers. That's why it's so important lawmakers carefully consider policies that will further increase prices, such as a proposed prescription drug affordability board, which would put the state in charge of setting prices for pharmaceuticals.
While consumers are already embracing automation for checkout and payment, a new @SoftwareAdvice survey shows many say automated food preparation is unacceptable for both quick-service and table-service restaurants. Get more insights via @ChainStoreAge: ow.ly/l6oi50RnkTc
Gen Z is proving to be the only generation that would rather save up for an object they will get to keep than an experience that will make a memory, according to new research from @pymnts. Dive into the data here: ow.ly/Xlfx50Rmfq9.
Last chance to register: Business Day, presented with our friends at @IMA_Today, is next week and we can't wait! 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 so reserve your spot now to join us in Springfield on Wednesday, May 1: irma.org/businessday. #ILBizDay2024
Restaurant executives from around the nation gathered in Arizona last week for the Restaurant Leadership Conference. From kiosks to technology integration, @RB_magazine highlights the latest industry trends and key takeaways from the event here: ow.ly/rROs50Rlecv.
Nationwide retail visits have been up year-over-year and increasing, according to @Placer_ai's Q1 2024 Retail & Dining Review. @DrugStoreNews examines the study and takes a look at what's in store for the rest of the year: ow.ly/goP050Rjoyw.
Voice commerce has been slowly gaining traction in the retail industry, but will it maintain its momentum? Explore the trend and how retailers can leverage the technology to differentiate themselves via @retailwire: ow.ly/OHey50Rj8Ur
QSR and fast casual restaurant guests can expect to see more kiosks in stores this year, as well as new mobile apps and voice AI on the phone and at the drive-thrus, according to @qu_pos 's 2024 State of Digital Report. More from @FastCasual: ow.ly/37OG50RaWte.
Business Day 2024 is right around the corner and today is the last day to book your room through IRMA’s reserved block at the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel in Springfield. Don’t miss out out on the largest gathering of employers in the state - register and reserve your room…
Shoppers who buy seafood during a trip to the grocery store spend twice as much on average than those who don’t, according to a recent @fmi report. @GroceryDive examines the growing seafood market & strategies for grocers to maximize on the latest trends: ow.ly/VCt950RaWon.
According to @Placer_ai, mall visits are bouncing back to near pre-pandemic levels thanks to non-traditional experiences, new restaurants and “eatertainment.” Read more about the promising trend and what's driving mall traffic via @ChainStoreAge: ow.ly/LkZu50RaWj2.
From AI-powered shopping carts to drone deliveries, technology continues to revolutionize the grocery shopping experience. Check out this @SN_news article for a roundup of the latest tech innovations in the supermarket space: ow.ly/zp3950RaWfK.
Can strong customer service curb retail theft? While no single tactic can prevent theft, @LPmag examines the vital role customer service plays alongside technology and merchandising displays in a multi-pronged approach to deterring theft: ow.ly/JLvn50RaWa0.
New research from @USFoods shows that restaurant guests spend an average of nine minutes looking through a menu because the array of choices is so extensive. Get more insights into the survey and customers' menu preferences via @RB_magazine: ow.ly/4rTN50RaVY2.
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Can strong customer service curb retail theft? While no single tactic can prevent theft, @LPmag examines the vital role customer service plays alongside technology and merchandising displays in a multi-pronged approach to deterring theft: ow.ly/JLvn50RaWa0.
Join the IMA & @ILRetail for Business Day 2024 on May 1 in Springfield. Experience this unique opportunity to learn about the business climate from IL experts, educate lawmakers on the real impact policy decisions have on our industry: ima-net.org/business-day #ILBizDay2024
Are you registered to join us for the IMA’s 2024 Business Day? Co-hosted with our partners at the @ILRetail, Business Day is the largest gathering of employers in the state. Sponsorship opportunities are available now. Learn more: ima-net.org/business-day/ #ILBizDay2024
I feel like my partner sponsored this report to stop me from constantly wandering off at the store.
Today's shoppers prefer to plan ahead and stock up on grocery runs, but they also want to get in and out of the store quickly, according to @pgrocer's Consumer Expenditures Study. Get more insights into shoppers’ preferences and behaviors here: ow.ly/HIcI50QRSbr
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What's in store for restaurant menus this year? @RB_magazine takes a look at @technomic's annual State of the Menu 2024 to highlight three big trends moving menus and five actions operators can take to stay ahead of the curve. ow.ly/uVAY50QKKRX.
“Running a small business is not easy, every penny counts, & high #creditcard swipes only make it more difficult for ends to meet.” -- Pamela Frazier, All In One Laundry #creditcardCompetitionAct #swipefees @SenatorDurbin @ILRetail @in_laundry @SJRbreaking tinyurl.com/bdd987nh
While some efforts were made to fix many of the underlying problems with the ordinance, the IMA joined a coalition of business groups and small business owners in expressing continued disappointment in the Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance: ima-net.org/chicago-paid-l…
Congrats Ashli 💪🏾💪🏾
Congrats to Ashli Nelson — @McDonalds' Senior Director of U.S. Strategic Franchising, Sourcing and Recruitment — on her election as chair of IRMA’s Board of Directors. We're thrilled to have Ashli onboard, leading IRMA's mission to support & promote Illinois' retail industry!
@ILRetail Alec, this could apply to you. Congratulations!
With crash-and-grab robberies on the rise, this week's guest on the Looped In: Chicago podcast feels that "we're all victims." @jimhanke speaks with @ILRetail CEO Rob Karr about what the organization is doing to help stores of all sizes stay protected. audacy.com/podcast/looped…
With crash-and-grab robberies on the rise, this week's guest on the Looped In: Chicago podcast feels that "we're all victims." @jimhanke speaks with @ILRetail CEO Rob Karr about what the organization is doing to help stores of all sizes stay protected. audacy.com/podcast/looped…
Thrilled to be named 2023 Retailer of the Year by @ILRetail! 🎉 We're proud to support ~72K jobs across the IL economy and our 15.8K associates. RVP Tony Lemma said it best, "This honor is dedicated to every member of The Home Depot team whose hard work made this award possible."
Thank you to the @ILRetail for having me at your 66th Annual Meeting & Luncheon in Chicago, where hundreds of IRMA members, sponsors and supporters gathered to celebrate retail in Illinois. Special Congrats to 2023 Retailer of the Year @HomeDepot !
Honored to join my good friend and colleague @rob_karr at @ILRetail’s 66th Annual Luncheon in Chicago at the @PalmerHouse. Manufacturers appreciate our partnership with retailers who sell our products.
I joined local Chicago businesses today to urge Congress to vote on my bipartisan Credit Card Competition Act to bring competition to the credit card market, and finally give the little guys a fighting chance against the Visa-Mastercard duopoly.