independent retailers
The New You Miracle Band Launches Initiative to Support Independent Retailers
Florida-based The New You Miracle Band (TNYMB), a brand of New You Naturals LLC, announced a new initiative to recognize and support independent natural retailers. In what is believed to be a first-of-its-kind initiative, TNYMB launched a Retailer Appreciation Giveaway across three major industry events—the 2026 MAHO Expo, the 2026 SOHO Expo and the 2027 ...
Michael’s Health Launches Naturopathic Wellness Center
Michael Schwartz, founder of Texas-based Michael’s Health, launched a new national initiative to support independent health food stores. Called the “Naturopathic Wellness Center” National Advertising Campaign, this project is designed to celebrate and support independent retailers who keep the spirit of national wellness alive, according to the company. About 100 stores have already joined. “I’ve ...
New Speakers and Educational Updates Announced for Naturally Independent Expo
Bluebonnet Nutrition will sponsor a free breakfast and educational lecture by Carl Germano, CNS, CDN, at the upcoming Naturally Independent Expo (NIE) in Palm Springs, CA. The annual conference and trade show for West Coast independent health food retailers takes place Nov. 14-15 at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Germano, a long-time fixture on the ...
An Independent Retailer’s Guide to Unreasonable Hospitality
How often do we find ourselves thinking, “Service just isn’t what it used to be,” as we go about our daily lives? As technology has advanced, the hospitality industry has made certain concessions. Human-to-human personalization has increasingly been replaced by personalization through technology. Yet the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, is often quoted as saying, ...
Independent Retail Expo to be Held in Palm Springs This November
The Positively Natural Network (PNN), a not-for-profit trade association for independent natural products retailers, manufacturers, brokers and related businesses, has announced new dates for its annual Naturally Independent Expo (NIE). The event will now be held Nov. 14-15 at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Palm Springs, CA. “We strongly feel that these new Expo ...
Wooden Spoon Herbs Expands Into Sprouts Farmers Market
Wooden Spoon Herbs (Chattanooga, TN), an herbal wellness brand, officially launched nationwide in all Sprouts Farmers Market locations through the retailer’s Innovative Center program. The launch features five herbalist-formulated items including the exclusive debut of Magic Magnesium Tart Cherry, a fruit-forward blend of magnesium glycinate, organic tart cherry and plant-based melatonin designed to support sleep, ...
Brian Mosser Becomes New Owner of Get Healthy
Get Healthy Vitamins and Natural Foods, an independent natural retailer located in Brooksville and Spring Hill, FL, announced Brian Mosser purchased the business from founders Karen Greenway and Laura DeWitt, becoming the new owner. Mosser started working at Get Healthy nearly 20 years ago where he started as a store clerk. Through hard work, passion ...
Positively Natural Independent Expo Offers New Perks for Retailers and Industry Members
As the premier event for West Coast independent natural product retailers and suppliers, the Positively Natural Network (PNN) and the Naturally Independent Expo plans to offer enhanced opportunities for exhibitors, retailers, and industry professionals. In a commitment to supporting independent retailers, the 2025 Naturally Independent Expo, to be held Oct. 17-18 at the Palm Springs ...
A Spark Everlasting: Celebrating an Industry Champion, Renee Southard
“To grow older doesn’t mean to grow old,” Renee Southard once told me with a knowing smile. That philosophy, rooted in her boundless energy and passion for life, guided everything she did—as a mother, a friend, a SENPA leader, and the owner of Organic Marketplace in Gastonia, NC. Renee was a force of nature, blending ...
In Memoriam: Renee Southard, Owner of Organic Marketplace and Former SENPA President
Renee Carpenter Southard, owner of Organic Marketplace in Gastonia, NC, and former president of SENPA, died on Jan. 17, at age 68. “It is with broken hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of the heart of Organic Marketplace Renee Carpenter Southard. We are understandably reeling as a family at our sudden loss ...
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