RETAILER ASK THE WHAT ASPECT OF YOUR BUSINESS ARE YOU LOOKING TO IMPROVE UPON MOST IN 2025?
“We’re in the process of start- ing a community band. Our city doesn’t have anything like it, and it would be a great asset to our community. Plus, it can help our outreach in the area!” Mike & Barb Nemeth, Owners Music151 Fairfax, Iowa
“We’ll focus on enhancing the cus- tomer experience by expanding our product range and improving in- ventory availability. Following our merger with Haight Ashbury Music Center, we’re modernizing our store layout to create a more inviting and organized shopping environment. We’ll grow our lesson
“Solich Piano plans to fundamentally accelerate its digi- tal transformation. While most chain businesses have a unified, connected approach throughout their POS, inven- tory management, web catalog, accounting and marketing platforms, I now witness the piano industry at large lagging far behind even our MI counterparts. The years 2023–2024 showed us how much more direct work and culture en- hancement we need to undergo if we’re to sustain and grow in an ever-evolving customer and web continuum. I have realized these past two years that no one else inside or outside Solich Piano is going to kick off our unified digital transformation. I must throw the first pitch and lead our this digital transformation around the bases.” Thomas Solich, President Solich Piano Columbus, Ohio
programs and host more in-store events. Our repair services will be upgraded with faster turnaround times and improved customer communication. Lastly, we’ll strengthen our online presence with better e- commerce options and engaging content to connect with local and national audiences.” Don Frank, General Manager Gelb Music Redwood City, California
“We’re aiming to enhance the overall customer experience — both in-store and online. Over our 11 years in business, we’ve been fortunate to receive incred- ible support from our customers, and we’re excited to give back by focusing on areas that meet their needs. Our priorities include expanding educational resources for musicians of all levels, building on the exceptional reputation of our workshop services to accommodate growing demand and streamlining our e-commerce platform to better serve local and global customers.” Ethan Morency, Owner Violin Shop Tampa Tampa, Florida
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