Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2021

As social media platforms tinker with their algorithms, marketing experts say one trend is clear: Paid social campaigns are becoming increasingly necessary to cut through the noise and reach customers. Although posting organically is an authentic way to build customer relationships, it requires time and patience to reach marketing goals.

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OCTOBER 1, 2020

For one firm, AeroPay — focused on bringing payment services to underserved markets — the cannabis market is but one that can benefit from the great digital shift for payments done in person or online. Looking Toward Underserved Markets . Banks have been inching into the space; cash still remains a hallmark.

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MAY 3, 2016

This is proving particularly true for more and more cash-strapped states that have spent years staring at soaring traffic for online retailers but little — if any — increases in the taxes reaped from this digital, transcontinental economy. proper to occupy much of the conversation. And South Dakota, for one, has had enough.

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DECEMBER 6, 2018

As those [Toys R Us and Sears] stores close, it’s real market share that’s up for grabs.”. In addition, the retailer expanded curbside pickup to two new markets , California and Colorado. The retailer is already seeing a 10 percent rise in orders with the new service.

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MAY 24, 2017

Location is everything, and PlaceIQ has created a new way for retailers to leverage it. Enter the new LandMark product, which lets clients view and compare analytics from a staggering repertoire of businesses in order to understand, and perhaps revise, their own place in the market. How much foot traffic is their store seeing?

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FEBRUARY 7, 2019

“Last October, Kroger introduced Home Chef retail meal kits, and we’re now expanding to add the easy-to-prepare recipes to hundreds of new locations, providing convenient access to the meal solution at more than 700 stores. .”

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OCTOBER 17, 2018

Massachusetts joins a handful of states, including Colorado, Washington and Maine, that have taken steps to legalize recreational marijuana. GFA joins a small, but steadily growing, group of CUs that are offering financial services to this emerging market. Based on the latest data from the U.S.

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OCTOBER 24, 2018

As those [Toys R Us and Sears] stores close, it’s real market share that’s up for grabs.”. As of now, the retailer gives customers free two-day shipping on orders of $35 or greater on a selection that includes millions of products. The retailer plans to renovate 1,000 of them by the close of the decade.).

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JULY 30, 2019

Our fully compliant solution allows businesses to feature a state-of-the-art retail customer experience for both in-store and delivery, while also providing in-depth business analytics and increased revenues for businesses.”. billion by 2020 — the industry is largely cash-based.

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APRIL 14, 2017

One company that’s looking to capitalize on the cannabis market is startup on-demand delivery company greenRush. PW: The founders have extensive tech and marketing experience from their previous businesses in the event and entertainment space. We are the “Amazon” of Cannabis, the largest online marketplace in the world.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 8, 2019

Brick-and-mortar pharmacy retailers are taking new approaches to delivery in the omnichannel age: CVS Pharmacy , for instance, is doubling down its on-demand offerings with a faster and expanded option. Even so, nearly a third — or 32 percent — of consumers were unaware of a mobile app by that kind of retailer.

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DECEMBER 19, 2018

Retailers are rolling out new ways for consumers to purchase their groceries that allow them to trade the checkout line for a few taps on a smartphone. percent — of shoppers visit a grocery retailer because they can well-coordinate online and in-store shopping. Just under 17 percent — or 16.7 Just under 5 percent — or 4.9

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FEBRUARY 13, 2019

The program was introduced in Columbus, Ohio and will start in 10 markets before a nationwide rollout later in the year. The card is currently available in Columbus and Colorado, and is expected to be available for wide use in the spring. ”

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NOVEMBER 16, 2017

According to the report, Amazon also rolled out a dedicated store for online smart home devices in Canada , where consumers can get access to Amazon Prime Music. retailers, they can now obtain them domestically. 14; and the new Union Station store in Denver, Colorado on Nov. Amazon is also selling the Plus for $169.99

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AUGUST 30, 2018

Apple bought the Colorado-based company for an undisclosed sum. In a retail setting, that would mean virtual information appearing over real products in stores. AR Market Growth. billion of retail annually by 2025, fueled by the shopping habits of some 32 million consumers. The retail chain, working with Perfect Corp.’s

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DECEMBER 8, 2016

Starting off on a positive note, data shows that the online grocery sector saw a huge sales boost during Thanksgiving. While a grocery sales boost is to be expected during the holiday for excessive eating (and subsequent, sleepy regret), it’s the “online” qualifier that’s got grocers intrigued. 11–28 of this year).

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FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Startups in the eCommerce space have long enabled their customers to experience their products in real life (“IRL”) through temporary retail shops, and now, digitally-focused brands belonging to major retailers are taking a similar approach. Fashion retailer Charlotte Russe , which has over 500 stores in the U.S.,

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JANUARY 20, 2020

To that end, at a House Judiciary Committee “field” hearing in Colorado, titled “Online Platforms and Market Power: Competitors in the Digital Economy” a number of smaller tech firms called out Big Tech giants such as Amazon and Google for what they said were unfair business practices. The Internet’s ‘Front Door’.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Physical retail has had its share of problems recently, and consumers are finding it increasingly easy to shop digital and save themselves the trip. Among one of the internet’s weirder fascinations is a trend of photographing the various ghost malls that increasingly dot the retail landscape. The Physical Retail Magic of Chatbots.

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AUGUST 12, 2020

Jewelry store owners are reporting that despite shutdowns and some difficulties getting customers to switch to shopping online (people like to see jewelry in person), things are going surprisingly well. Business is heavy in vacation markets and second-home markets,” Anthony Hitt, CEO of Engel & Völkers Americas, told Fortune.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2019

In the five decades since Red Robin was founded, the Greenwood Village, Colorado-based casual dining chain has seen its share of changes in the food industry. In April of 2017, Red Robin launched its order-ahead feature , which allowed consumers to order online and select a pick-up time at a local location.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2020

He said the pandemic has given his company additional brand awareness, market share and growth opportunities that probably wouldn't have happened otherwise. He said the Colorado-based company’s cost-per-acquisition charges, open rates for email and content engagement expenses are “all moving in the right direction.”.

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AUGUST 12, 2019

She wondered if she could find the book online or somewhere else. Richardson started noodling on the concept of fusing retail with hospitality in some capacity. The sheets, for instance, are from a company in Boulder, Colorado. The Market. Richardson is, in essence, creating a living gallery.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

It was less than a year ago — February, to be precise — that Google appeared as the latest player in an increasingly crowded food delivery market that was intent to make a move on grocery. markets up and into effect in Target’s home market of Minneapolis. That can’t always be other retailers’ business model.”.

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APRIL 12, 2019

Robotics and automation were areas of focus for both retailers this week as they seek to upgrade their operations in an effort to capture more consumer spend. The move comes as cities and states are passing bans on cashless retail establishments, on the argument that such retail discriminates against unbanked consumers.

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APRIL 7, 2017

This week, the two countries were the only markets that landed on the B2B venture capital board, with funding landing at SaaS, Big Data and procurement startups across a range of industries, from corporate social media management to marijuana procurement. B2B FinTechs in the U.S. and India seem to be an unshakable force these days.

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MAY 4, 2019

The drive-thru window, for example, first met the market in 1947 when it was introduced to the world by Sheldon “Red” Chaney, operator of Red’s Giant Hamburg in Springfield, Missouri. and leading the field when it came to introducing mobile order-ahead to the market.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Stuart Appelbaum, president of the Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union, said he believed that they had exited the meeting with a framework in place for creating just such a process. In the meantime, amid growing competition in the subscription market, it is retooling its offerings and business model.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

He sensed the family’s passion and liked their idea of starting with selling milk at farmers’ markets, roadside shops and small grocery stores. In each new market opened in 2021, the community bank found an experienced ag lender who was seeking a new position. First Colorado National Bank. Bunnell listened. Southern Bank.

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APRIL 1, 2020

In recent days, FoodMaven has brought its model to the retail side of commerce. Customers – now numbering several hundred, according to Deda – can order online for delivery or pickup at the company’s warehouse. Some of the firm’s retail clients, after all, may not actually have access to credit cards and need to pay in cash.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Or the need to take market share in a slowest growth region? Acquisition of the Year – Guaranty Bank and Trust Company in Colorado for its acquisition of Home State Bank. A wonderful franchise and team picked up by Guaranty in-market at a decent price. It’s time for banks to focus hard on marketing and the borrower experience.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Or the need to take market share in a slowest growth region? Acquisition of the Year – Guaranty Bank and Trust Company in Colorado for its acquisition of Home State Bank. A wonderful franchise and team picked up by Guaranty in-market at a decent price. It’s time for banks to focus hard on marketing and the borrower experience.

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OCTOBER 8, 2019

The Product and Market. When it comes to their target market, Sims said her product has a broad appeal among people without food restrictions as well as the vegan and gluten-free communities. Today, her plant-based cookie dough is made with pasteurized almond flour and vegan ingredients.

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CB Insights

APRIL 24, 2018

Research BRIEFING: Surviving the Retail Apocalypse. How are brick-and-mortar retailers surviving and adapting in the world of digital commerce? The retail apocalypse has claimed many victims , with almost 7,000 stores closing in the US in 2017. And that’s just since February. TABLE OF CONTENTS.

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CB Insights

MARCH 27, 2018

While the blockchain-related announcements range from the credible to the laughable to the possibly criminal, the analysis overall demonstrates the market’s bullish attitude toward blockchain and crypto. Companies are arranged in descending order of market cap (as of 03/16/18). . Longfin corp. 48-hr stock change: 1,717%.

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Fintech Labs Insights

APRIL 13, 2016

Online & offline real estate broker. Retailer point-of-sale system. Online stock trading game. Global tournement to predict the stock market. Online payment platform. Tags: Consumer, SMB, payments, online, subscription billing, billpay. Ixaris landed $6 million for its prepaid card platform.

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CB Insights

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Store brands from retailers were seen as down-budget choices. Target’s Cat & Jack kids’ line has delivered double-digit results since its 2016 launch, even as traditional retailers struggle to stay afloat. Clothing: how retailers are attempting to escape the industry apocalypse by introducing store brands.

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