WhizBang! Retail Training

We're honored to be chosen as an Inc. Magazine #2024PowerPartner in the Small & Mighty category. #SmallAndMighty is classified as "businesses that thrive at powering other businesses, often without the resources of their larger peers or competitors. These are the companies that have done the most with the least." It's exactly who we are AND exactly who we serve. We'll never stop doing our part to lift up the small and mighty businesses everywhere! #IncPowerPartner

Happy #NationalBossesDay to WhizBang! Retail Training Co-Founders, Bob and Susan Negen! How were you introduced to these retail legends? Bob and Susan’s skills and real-world perspective come from over 40 years of combined on-the-floor retail experience. Bob founded the Mackinaw Kite Co., an award winning chain of kite and toy stores, and ran them for 19 years. Susan started her retail career as an executive at Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s, before she joined Bob at the Mackinaw Kite Co. Together they have a knockout one-two punch of sophisticated “big business” skills and street-smart small business experience. Since opening WhizBang! twenty -five years ago, Bob and Susan Negen have been on a mission to equip store owners and managers with the practical skills to grow their businesses. Since then, they’ve helped hundreds of thousands of retailers, led top industry events, created must-have courses, and written a best-selling book on retail marketing.

We're beyond grateful for the 500+ retail rockstars who made Retailpalooza 2 an unforgettable event! If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry, you can catch the replay until October 18th. And here’s the best part, the Retailpalooza 2 special is still on! Save $500 on the Retail Mastery System and score some groovy bonuses to boot! Here’s what fellow store owners are saying about the most exciting retail event of the season: "It was an inspiring, motivating and fun day and the kick I needed to 'begin again.' I will definitely watch the replay to see what I missed. Thanks again for all the great ideas!" "It's been fabulous...Thank you!!" "Been here almost all day - 7 pages of notes! I'll be begging the boss to get the Retail Mastery System asap (but then I'll have to admit that my stellar ideas for holiday have all come from Bob)!"

An event so outta sight we're doing it twice ✌️ There's no cover, but you must be registered to attend: https://lnkd.in/eTxxqQqb For store owners and managers, this FREE full day of retail learning will be better than The Rolling Stones and Taylor Swift combined! Just kidding... but it will be an incredible day to fill your brain with... ✌️Insider ideas and best practices from leading retail store owners, ✌️Important lessons in each of the 11 essential areas retailers need to master, ✌️Live answers to your most important business questions, ✌️Guidance from retail gurus, Bob & Susan Negen, plus groovy guest stars, 🎉AND fun stuff... contests, giveaways, and Retailpalooza swag! #Retailpalooza #WhizBangRetailers

A real highlight of our week was heading to TechTown Detroit, where we had the chance to help local small businesses boost foot traffic and create amazing in-store experiences that build customer loyalty. We love supporting #entrepreneurs in our home state of Michigan and watching their businesses thrive!

That's right! After last year's far-out success, Retailpalooza is back! This year we're bringing even more funky fresh retail ideas and inspiration. Register to join us LIVE on October 9th for 8 hours of funkadelic fun! https://lnkd.in/eTxxqQqb #Retailpalooza #WhizBangRetailers

We're officially in the "ber" months! Paying attention to key sale stats and teaching your staff how to add on is crucial as we head into the busy holiday season. Check out our Add On Master Class on Retail Brilliance! https://lnkd.in/eBbX-y8u

BIG announcement coming your way next week! Can you guess what it is? 👀

You spoke, and we listened! The 2025 #RetailSuccessSummit is going virtual! As a bonus, when you purchase the 2024 Summit recordings, you'll also secure your virtual ticket for 2025. But hurry—this limited-time offer ends Friday, August 30th. https://lnkd.in/grJYGXVR P.S. We know the in-person Summit is a must-attend event, and we'll be back in person for 2026. But if travel has kept you away, this is your perfect chance to join us!

Learning about Adult Development Theory from Arel Moodie was one of the highlights of this year's #RetailSuccessSummit. Understanding how adults grow and evolve over time isn’t just fascinating, it’s key to becoming a better leader. By recognizing where you and your team are in your development journey, you can tailor your approach to maximize growth and performance. #RSS2024