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MARKET PREVIEW
over the next three months and the next
six months. If you haven’t yet, register
right away to receive yours, which will
be shipped via UPS directly to your store.
SmartBooks begin shipping Feb. 13.
If you’d prefer to view your SmartBook
online, you can do so by visiting
and clicking on the “Market
Program” tab. Customized SmartBooks are
available to view online beginning Feb. 6.
Educational Opportunities
The Blish-Mize Buying Markets offer
the perfect opportunity for you to advance
your education in a variety of areas in the
industry. Whether it’s listening to expert
speakers or hearing discussion among
retailers in the seminars, there’s something
for everyone to learn.
At the Buying Market, hear from
speakers who will cover topics such
as product knowledge, training and
succession planning.
Several speakers will host seminars at the Buying Market. Learn from these industry experts about
a variety of hot topics, including succession planning and competing against online businesses.
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