Boutique Chat

Latest Episodes:

#28 Changing the Experience and Preparing for Markets with Desiree Hanson, VP of Fashion Events at WWIN. Aug 08, 2018

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Women's Wear in Nevada has been a premiere show in Las Vegas for decades and Des is on the forefront of changing the experience this show offers. From educational events to recognizing the trends in retailer and consumer buying, get ready for a fresh WWIN.

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#27 Breaking Down Point of Sale System Data and How to Use it, with Lightspeed Retail Aug 07, 2018

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Girl, grab a pen. This podcast answers questions you've been searching for and we go in-depth on what technology is most important for your boutique. Point of sale systems helps you better manage your inventory for e-commerce and brick and mortar stores.

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#BOUTIQUEBOSS BREAKFAST: at WWIN @ 8:00 AM Featuring 4 speakers + Roundtable business topics on buying, data, sales training and Social media engagement. Breakfast will be served! Click here to RSVP

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#26 Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 2) Aug 02, 2018

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Hang with us in this episode we had some technical difficulties, don't worry you'll get a good laugh! If you didn't listen to part 1, The Boutique Hub turns 5 years-old this month and to celebrate we're asking Ashley, the founder, anything and everything from business tips, to how she built the Hub, and the dirty secrets about her obsession with tacos and Will Ferrell. This is part 2 of a 2 part series, so if you missed part one be sure to go back and check it out!

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#25: WWDMagic: Spring 19 Trends, Business Tips & Life in Fashion, with Kelly Helfman, Brand Director at WWDMagic Jul 31, 2018

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Viva Las Vegas! Before we attend one of the season's biggest apparel markets, we are getting you ready to maximize your trip to Las Vegas. WWD Magic Brand Director, Kelly Helfman is breaking down everything you need to know from the shows all week, trend analysis of what's coming for spring, and sharing insider business tips for boutiques. Kelly is a total mom meets fashionista and takes us inside of her career in fashion, after owning a retail store herself. Even if you aren't going to Vegas, this podcast is full of takeaways and strategies you can use right now.

For those of you headed to Vegas, just a heads up that we will be hosting TWO events this season, both on Tuesday, Aug 14th.

#BOUTIQUEBOSS BREAKFAST: at WWINFeaturing 4 speakers + Roundtable business topics on buying, data, sales training and Social media engagement8:30 am - breakfast served!Click here to RSVP

#BOUTIQUEBOSS COCKTAIL PARTY: at WWDMAGICFeaturing MAGIC Show Director Kelly Helfman, breaking down trend analysis for boutiques, and notes on brands and strategies to be looking for, for spring 2019.4:00 - 6:00 pm - cocktails servedClick here to RSVP

AFTERPARTY -- BUS provided by WWD MAGIC to VIP POOL Party at Mandalay Bay to follow!!

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#24 Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 1) Jul 25, 2018

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The Boutique Hub turns 5 years-old this month and to celebrate we're asking Ashley, the founder, anything and everything from business tips, to how she built the Hub, and the dirty secrets about her obsession with tacos and Will Ferrell. This is part 1 of a 2 part series, so come back next week for more! Our followers on social media and member's in our groups submitted these questions, and Ashley shares the good, bad and ugly. Joining Ashley is Jessie Jarvis, Project Manager at The Boutique Hub, and she too isn't holding back!

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#23 Embracing Failure & Surviving. 2017 Global Boutique of the Year, The Lace Cactus owner Kelsey Darby Jul 18, 2018

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We know, we're a day late, but.. *que the bells and whistles* The Hub team was launching The 2018 Boutique Awards!! And holy cow, our boutique members rallied their customers. We've had 100,000+ votes in less than 24 hours.

The timing couldn't be better this week, then to have on the show the reining 2017 Global Boutique of the Year - The Lace Cactus, and founder Kelsey Darby of Hico, Texas. This episode is near and dear to our hearts. Kelsey Darby started as a 19 year old single mom, blew up the boutique world, and hit rock bottom. She went from The top of the world, to wanting to completely give up, selling nearly everything she had, to back again and winning The 2017 Global Boutique in the same year. She is a woman on a mission, and her authenticity speaks for itself. Get the tissues ready, girl. She is speaking to us all.

More about the 2018 Boutique Awards here: http://tbhub.co/tba

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#22 How to Succeed at Vendor Shows with Ruffles & Rust Expo, Camey Maldonado Jul 10, 2018

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In a four-month span, Camey can work with up to 800+ vendors and travel across 6 states by hosting the boutique specific, Ruffles and Rust Expo. She's seen the good, the bad, and the just plain ugly booths, marketing, and customer service. In this episode, she's sharing the tips she's learned along the way to help you step up your game at your next pop up or vendor event!

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#21 Maximizing Facebook Live and Plus Size Selling for your Boutique with Mindy Switzer Jul 03, 2018

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How can you maximize Facebook Live for your boutique AND successfully sell plus sizes? Mindy's truthful, real personality shines in this episode like it does in her successful live videos. From markup strategy, Facebook algorithms, hiring a team, working with family, and organic growth, this episode is chalked full of golden nuggets that can change your business. But more than that, we love how Mindy shares her story of being at the lowest point of her life before starting her business, and how you can build something great with the same mindset she did.

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#20 Top 5 Tips for New Boutique Owners with Ashley Alderson Jun 26, 2018

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Let's cut through the noise of those Google and YouTube searches and get down to 5 tips that will actually help you start your business off right.

While the boutique industry is glamorous, we want you to be prepared for the not so glamorous times too, so prepare yourself for some real talk. From buy-in groups, to hustle and being original, these top tips can't be missed in your business!

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#19 Denim Forecast with Judy Blue Creative Director, Christina Choi. Jun 19, 2018

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How does someone get into manufacturing their own line? How can you stay creative and on top of the game? And better yet, what denim trends are coming for fall? This week, we visit with Christina Choi, the Creative Director at Judy Blue denim, and daughter of Judy, to hear what it took to build a denim line that so many boutiques love today, and how those same boutiques can be prepared for trends in denim for the fall.

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