Main Street Matters by Heart on Main Street

Episode 42: Main Street Monday: Monticello, IL

In today's episode, we explore the historic downtown of Monticello, IL. Despite being a rural community, Monticello has become quite the tourist destination due to its Railway Museum, 14-acre park, and historic downtown. I found myself enamored with the downtown and its retailers, who capitalize on the town's charm to help their businesses grow. I also interviewed the Executive Director of Monticello's Main Street Organization, Shelly Crawford Stock, to learn more about what Monticello is doing to help its Main Street thrive. 

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Episode 41: Shop Talk: Journey of New Retailer Episode 2

In this episode of Shop Talk, we talk with new retail owner Kara Polyner of the Ely Mercantile in Ely, MN, about what she is doing to establish her brand and what she is doing within her store and with the products that she carries to help create repeat customers for her store.

YouTube Link to watch the interview: https://youtu.be/B0vCgxx2rRY
Ely Mercantile: https://elymercantile.com/
Heart on Main Street: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/

Episode 40: Strategies to Help Retailers Boost Customer Purchase Frequency and Maximize Revenue With Nick McHenry of OneShop Retail

Transitioning a customer into a repeat customer is an easy way to secure increased revenue. However, it's also easier said than done. Nick McHenry of OneShop joins the Main Street Matters webinar to talk about how to drive revenue by increasing the frequency at which your customers purchase and tips and tricks on how to do this.

Heart on Main Street Website: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/
Register for Upcoming Webinars: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/upcoming-webinars
Buy Heart on Main Street Merch: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/shop
OneShop Retail: https://oneshopretail.com/
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Episode 39: Main Street Monday: Stillwater, MN

Come explore of the US's premier downtown destinations, Stillwater, MN. Stillwater has everything going for it: gorgeous scenery, tremendous history, passionate communities, and local pride. It's no wonder that this Main Street and its independent retailers are thriving.  

Heart on Main Street Website: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/
Register for Upcoming Webinars: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/upcoming-webinars
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Episode 38: Main Street Monday: Pontiac, IL

Come take a trip down Route 66 to Pontiac, IL. In this episode, Patrick talks about his recent visit to Pontiac and how its history is on display throughout the downtown. Since Route 66 is so integral to the story of Pontiac, we take a little detour to talk about what Route 66 was, what it meant for towns that existed along it, why it's still a cultural icon, and how it plays into the history of Pontiac.

Heart on Main Street Website: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/
Register for Upcoming Webinars: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/upcoming-webinars
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Episode 37: Shop Talk: Journey of a New Retailer Episode 1

Meet Kara Polyner! Kara is opening a new store in Ely, MN, called the Ely Mercantile. She has invited us into her store to get a first-hand account of what it's like to open a retail store. We will follow along month-by-month as Kara develops her concept and grows the Ely Mercantile into a staple of downtown Ely's life. This episode focuses on her background, the town of Ely, and the concept of her store. 

YouTube Link to watch the interview: https://youtu.be/V8ayCyDFbJ4
Ely Mercantile: https://elymercantile.com/
Heart on Main Street: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/
Friends of Main Street Network: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/partnerships

Episode 36: More Traffic Does NOT Mean More Sales with Cathy Donovan Wagner from RETAILMavens

More Traffic Does NOT Mean More Sales with Cathy Donovan Wagner from RETAILMavens

Join Cathy Donovan Wagner from RETAILMavens as she debunks the myth that more people through your door automatically translates to increased sales. You’ll learn why focusing on more profit rather than more traffic is the solution you’ve been looking for. Register now to:

• Escape the chaos of chasing after customers
• Embrace a calmer, more effective retail mindset
• Get the tools to run your store efficiently and profitably. Without sacrificing peace of mind

Join us for an illuminating session that will lift you above the rat race and into the next level of your retail business: Creating lasting success, building wealth, and cultivating personal well-being.

RETAILMavens: https://retailmavens.com/
Heart on Main Street Website: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/
Register for Upcoming Webinars: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/upcoming-webinars
Buy Heart on Main Street Merch: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/shop
EVOLVE Tickets: https://crystalmedia.ontraport.com/t?orid=28857&opid=44

Episode 35: Main Street Monday: Niles, MI and Seymour, IN

We're going on a road trip! Come explore the retailers in the historic downtowns of Niles, MI, and Seymour, IN. Both of these towns are rich in history and culture and have fabulous retailers that are making a difference in their communities. 

Heart on Main Street Website: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/
Register for Upcoming Webinars: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/upcoming-webinars
Buy Heart on Main Street Merch: https://www.heartonmainstreet.org/shop
EVOLVE Tickets: https://crystalmedia.ontraport.com/t?orid=28857&opid=44