Podcasts by Boutique Chat
Real life strategy, growth hacks, proven marketing advice, and interviews of top leaders for boutique fashion industry businesses. Join Boutique Hub Founder, Ashley Alderson as she talks with retailers, boutiques, wholesale brands & vendors, industry insiders to bring you the proven, juicy secrets that have helped companies rise to the top, and balance life and business. Join the spirit of Community over Competition, and find the next idea or connection for your business.
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Simplifying Banking and Small Business Loans with Tracey Smiskey, Northwestern Bank from 2023-12-12T13:13
It may be uncomfortable, and you may not like it, but building a good relationship and regularly...
ListenFTV: Tips From a Successful Boutique Owner with Alison Grooms, Jules&James from 2023-12-08T13:10
I was so fortunate to have Alison Grooms, owner of Jules & Jam...
ListenHow to Plan, Buy and Manage Your Inventory in 2024 with Mary Landgrebe, Management One from 2023-12-05T14:17
“You can’t be successful at marketing or sales unless you have a good handle on your inventory.”...
ListenFTV: 6 Steps to the Perfect Purchase, with Bob Negan, Founder of WhizBang! Retail from 2023-12-01T16:06
In case you missed it in Season 1...
ListenDig In and Do the Hard Thing with Anais Almazan, Pretty&Pink Boutique from 2023-11-28T16:01
No one knows the meaning of hard work and perseverance better than my guest today, Anais Almazan...
ListenHow to Make the Most of the Holiday Season: 5 Tips To Close the Year Out Strong from 2023-11-21T14:15
I know this year in retail has been like the gauntlet; it has been a challenge. That’s why making most of the holiday season is more important than ever this year. So, I want t...
ListenFTV: Collaborating with an Influencer with Shaley Ham, West Desperado from 2023-11-17T11:30
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Encouraging Consumers to Shop Small First and Celebrating the 4th Annual Pink Friday from 2023-11-14T14:41
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FTV: 7 Ways to Get More Bang for Your Buck When it Comes to Pricing Your Products from 2023-11-10T11:30
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10 Takeaways from the First 10 Months of 2023 from 2023-11-07T14:50
I’ve rounded up 10 of my favorite lessons, tips and words of wisdom offered by guests this seaso...
ListenFTV: Marketing to Your Audience on a Personal Level with Erica Kelley, Whiskey Darling from 2023-11-03T10:00
Erica Kelley, founder of Whiskey Darling Boutique, joined me i...
ListenAsk Ashley Anything! Listener Questions Part 2 from 2023-10-31T13:33
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FTV: Being a Successful Business Owner Means Knowing Your Customer with Dani Flaming, The Fringed Pineapple from 2023-10-27T13:14
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Trend Report: What's Hot for Fall/Winter and What's Up Next in 2024 from 2023-10-24T12:58
Today we're talking trends! I want to give you a sneak peek at the latest Boutique Hub Trend Rep...
ListenFTV: Buying Strategy&Cash Flow Analysis for Retail Growth with Dan Jablons from 2023-10-20T10:30
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From the Vault: How to Buy Direct in LA with Fashion Buyer Jacqueline Holmes from 2023-10-13T10:00
Every Friday I’m re-releasing o...
ListenPlanning Ahead for 2024 from 2023-10-10T13:58
We can all feel like a hamster on a wheel at times, and as we enter the fourth quarter, it’s not only important to be ready for the busy holiday season but also take time to pl...
ListenUsing Story to Grow Your Business with Lyn Graft, founder of Storytelling for Entrepreneurs from 2023-10-03T13:57
Every great story has the opportunity to not only help you build ...
ListenFrom the Vault: 5 Critical Tips for Holiday Sales from 2023-09-29T13:15
Every Friday I’m re-releasing one of my favorit...
ListenThe Power of Community and Collaboration with Anna Ledebuhr, Coulee Boutique from 2023-09-26T14:01
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From the Vault: Back to the Basics of Pinterest with Kat Ahl, Simple Pin Media from 2023-09-22T13:48
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Retail Science and Systemization with Amy DeFauw, Katsch Boutique from 2023-09-19T14:50
I am so excited to be joined this week by my friend Amy DeFauw, who is a multi-state multi-store...
ListenFrom the Vault: Top 5 Tips for New Boutique Owners from 2023-09-15T13:06
Now every Friday, I’m re-releasing one of my favorite episodes from seasons past to revisit the stories of ou...
ListenHV Anniversary Special! Why to Shop and What's New on Hubventory.com from 2023-09-12T13:55
This week marks another big celebration for us at The Hub — the first anniversary of Hubventory!
For thos...
ListenThe Hardship that Fueled My Fire and Future of The Hub from 2023-09-05T14:09
This is a super personal episode for me. This week as we wrap up our 10th Anniversary...
ListenFinding Traction and Fostering Growth in a Niche Market with Ang Castelli, Roman&Leo from 2023-08-29T16:42
Ang Castelli is another boutique owner celebrating a 10th anniversary this year. She’s also a longtime Hub member and her boutique is unlike any ...
ListenHow to Analyze and Elevate Your Business with Megan Randig, Mezoozah Boutique from 2023-08-15T13:20
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ListenFourth Quarter Planning and Our Fourth Annual Pink Friday from 2023-08-08T14:27
This week I want to talk not only about fourth quarter goals and planning but also our fourth annual Pink Friday!
Pink Friday is a day in November to c...
ListenMastering The Mega Boutique with Leslie Hall, The ZigZag Stripe from 2023-08-01T10:00
Are you curious about what it takes to build a "mega boutique"? In today's episode, I’m excited to bring you a conversation with Leslie Hall, the founder of The Zi...
ListenNavigating Change with Grace with Lindsay Heyneman, Lettie Boutique from 2023-07-25T10:00
Are you ready to learn from a boutique owner who has navigated the evolution of her business with grace and tenacity? Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Linds...
ListenBuilding a Size-Inclusive Boutique with Jessica Throneburg of Little Details Boutique from 2023-07-18T10:00
Get ready for an important conversation that no apparel boutique owner who carries extended and plus sizes will want to miss. Our guest today is Jessica Throneburg...
Listen10th Anniversary Series: 10 Lessons Learned throughout 10 Years from 2023-07-11T13:35
Today I'm kicking off The Boutique Hub's 10th Anniversary Series!
We at The Hub are celebrating our 10th anniversary all month lo...
ListenTips for Tackling the J Months from 2023-06-27T13:14
Everyone has what we like to call J Months, months of the year that are slower than others. Whether or not yours are the traditional J Months — January, June and July — we all ...
ListenCreative Marketing Strategies and Breaking Into Wholesale with Marla Skipper, SVM Boutique and Nash Grey Wholesale from 2023-06-20T14:49
My guest this week is someone I admire as a businesswoman and big thinker, who not only continues to grow her boutique business in Nashville but has also launched her own whole...
ListenCurrent Trends in Home&Gift with Angela Schmook, Road Runners LLC from 2023-06-13T10:00
If you've been around for a while, you no doubt remember when the separation between apparel boutiques and home and gift boutiques was much wider than it is now. S...
ListenLessons Learned In The First Year of Business with Pam Colon from 2023-06-06T10:00
Calling all brand new business owners! This week’s episode is just for you. Pam Colon is the owner and founder of Muted Closet, and we’re diving into the lessons s...
ListenThe Pursuit of Happiness: Prioritizing Mental Well-being in Business and Life with Sara Durcholz from 2023-05-30T10:00
Are you racing towards the ‘next big thing’ or finding genuine joy in your journey? Sara Durcholz is the founder and visionary behind JO+CO, and she has an amazing...
ListenBuilding Connections and Giving Back Through Your Business with Sydney Petersen, Bizzy's Boutique and Bizzy Izzy's from 2023-05-23T19:27
This is such a special episode with such a special person — Sydney Petersen, founder of Bizzy’s Boutique, Bizzy Izzy’s Wholesale and the Love Izz...
ListenProcess, Delegation and The EOS Model with Valerie and Ryan Becker, Wellington Design Co. from 2023-05-16T14:07
It’s Kids Week on Hubventory.com! And to celebrate, today I’m talking Children’s with Valerie and Ryan Becker, owners and founders of Wellington ...
ListenAsk Ashley Anything! Listener Questions from 2023-05-09T13:12
This week I answer all of your burning questions!
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Themes and Takeaways from our Mastermind in Nashville with Ashley Alderson from 2023-05-02T13:28
I hope you have a notebook ready for this episode. I have so much information to share with you this week, as well as some dates to mark on your ...
ListenLessons from the West with Kristyn DeBord Durbin from 2023-04-25T13:49
Kristyn DeBord Durbin paved her way in the family business as a sales representative and designer for Double J Saddlery — a collection of tack, saddles, bags and o...
ListenBuilding a Successful Personal Brand and Business with Emily McCarthy from 2023-04-18T10:00
Are you looking for inspiration to build your own personal brand and business? Emily McCarthy is a successful entrepreneur who has built an impressive personal bra...
ListenRevolutionizing the Boutique Game with Jeff Fenn from 2023-04-11T10:00
What is a better way to celebrate a 10-year business anniversary than to burn your whole membership to the ground and re-build it from the ground up? How about lau...
ListenGrowing a Successful Business on Your Own Terms with Laura Horwath, Ferne Boutique from 2023-04-04T10:00
Do you struggle with defining success on your own terms? I am so excited to be joined by Laura Horwath, the owner and founder of Ferne Boutique, a clothing store w...
ListenMaximizing Events and the Customer Experience with Jodi Stevens, Bless Your Heart Boutique from 2023-03-28T13:27
Today I am chatting with an OG member of The Hub and the queen of events Jodi Stevens, owner of Bless Your Heart Boutique!
In addition to taking me thr...
ListenBig News from The Boutique Summit with Ashley Alderson from 2023-03-21T14:48
I’m coming to you from The Boutique Summit in Dallas this week! And I want to give you guys a quick update on how it’s all going, as well as shar...
ListenText Message Marketing Mastery with Jane Kasper, Owner / Founder of Glow Group and Rural Haze Boutique from 2023-03-14T10:00
Do you ever wake up in the middle of the night with fears and worries about your business? Well, you're not alone. Many entrepreneurs experience this, especially w...
ListenScaling With Systems with Denise Albright from 2023-03-07T11:00
We have a lot to talk about in this episode! I’m joined by Denise Albright, a creative entrepreneur who founded her first company in 1999 and has had an entreprene...
ListenBehind the Scenes of The Boutique Summit with Ashley Alderson from 2023-02-28T13:46
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The Keys To Boutique Success with Michiko Seto, Blooming Boutique from 2023-02-21T11:00
Welcome to today's episode! Our guest is Michiko Seto, founder and owner of 11 boutiques in Delaware. Michiko is known for her infectious personality and super sma...
ListenThe Power of Positive Thinking with Gretchen Hilley, Rolling Ranch Boutique from 2023-02-14T11:00
You can have the most successful business in the world, but if you’re not enjoying it, is it really worth it? One of the topics that I find the most joy in talking...
ListenBuilding a Thriving Business With Your Spouse with Amy and Anthony Ekren, Inherit Clothing Co. from 2023-02-07T11:00
In this episode, we're tackling one of the most frequently asked questions from growing boutique owners: how do you work with your spouse? To help us answer this q...
ListenBest of Boutique Chat Season 4 from 2023-01-31T13:33
I’m thrilled to be back for an all-new season of Boutique Chat, and to kick off Season 5, I’m revisiting some of my favorite episodes of the last year!
In this highlight reel you’ll hear ...
ListenThe Six Layers of Retail from 2023-01-03T11:00
Welcome to the last episode of the season! Today, I am joined by Sara Burks, our Director of Partnerships and Education and my partner in crime for this podcast ep...
Listen3 Ways to Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet from 2022-12-27T20:36
This time of year is special for so many reasons. It’s a wonderful opportunity to spend time with loved ones, and experience the joys of the holidays and it is the...
ListenLessons Learned from 2022 from 2022-12-20T11:00
If you’re like me, there’s a different level of excitement that happens toward the end of the year. It’s a great time to gather and look back on the highs and lows...
ListenSetting Yourself Up For Success In The New Year from 2022-12-13T11:00
As we continue through the time of year when many of us are hustling to meet all of the sales goals we set out for ourselves, I wanted to remind you that finishing...
ListenLeaning Into The Power of Traditional Media from 2022-12-06T11:00
Is there anyone listening who doesn’t find traditional social media completely exhausting (at least sometimes!) when it comes to trying to grow your brand and reac...
ListenOptimizing Your Shopify Conversion Rate from 2022-11-29T11:00
Many members of The Boutique Hub are Shopify owners, so today we are digging into the details of enhancing your Shopify store with Josh Orr, the Founder and CEO of...
ListenLessons Learned From a Decade in Business from 2022-11-22T11:00
If there has ever been a boutique that does an amazing job not only understanding their customer but also building a truly amazing brand, it’s Bekah Pollock's Hale...
ListenBuilding Extraordinary Wealth from 2022-11-15T11:00
What if I told you that the “think rich to get rich” philosophy would only get you so far in your quest for financial freedom? My guest today is Candy Valentino, a...
ListenBuilding a Multi-Channel Brand from 2022-11-08T11:00
If you had to choose one person in the whole as your boutique crush, who would it be? Today I am excited to have my own personal boutique crush on the show, Megan ...
ListenFinance 101: How to Build Wealth as a Boutique Owner from 2022-11-01T10:00
We build a great business, we have a consistent and solid revenue stream from our boutique, but then what? Is the plan to sell the business, or to generate enough ...
ListenFrom Brick-and-Mortar To Online from 2022-10-25T10:00
There are two big challenges I hear from traditional brick-and-mortar stores all the time: How do I successfully transition my business online? And how do I captur...
ListenSpreading Happiness Through Handwriting from 2022-10-18T10:00
If I could bundle up this conversation and all its good vibes for you, I 1000% would! Today I’m excited to chat with Maghon Taylor, artist and owner of All She Wro...
ListenThe Lowdown On Los Angeles from 2022-10-11T10:00
I’m fresh off my recent trip from Los Angeles, and I’m answering a couple of quick questions that have been popping up in my Instagram DMs all week! If you’ve been...
ListenQuick Tips for Surviving the Holiday Season from 2022-10-04T10:00
Many of you are getting ready for the holiday season and all of the promotional days that happen during the fourth quarter, and you’re probably starting to think a...
ListenKeys For Successful Boutique Planning from 2022-09-27T10:00
I know this time of year is when most of us are starting to think ahead about planning for the new year, so today I’m giving you quick tips on planning th...
ListenHow To Manage Your Boutique’s Inventory from 2022-09-20T10:00
You know that feeling when you team up with a boutique bestie who just gets it, and you can talk all things industry knowing that they know exactly what you’re tal...
ListenPulling Back The Curtain on Hubventory from 2022-09-13T10:00
We’ve been working on something behind the scenes at The Boutique Hub that has been a long time coming, and today we’re diving into all the juicy details! This mas...
ListenChanging The World Through Fashion from 2022-09-06T10:00
What do you get when you pair a love of fashion with Nigerian culture and a drive to succeed? You get one incredible fashion brand that is changing the world and a...
ListenMaking An Impact With A Product-Based Business from 2022-08-30T10:00
Have you ever wondered how somebody has an idea for a product that solves an actual real-world problem, and then how they’re able to build, scale, manufacture, and...
ListenWhy The Hustle Culture Is Not Serving You from 2022-08-23T10:00
Growing and scaling a business is not easy, and it can be even harder for female entrepreneurs who have been told to hustle hard and grind all day, every day to ma...
ListenBuilding a Sustainable Brand in a Modern World from 2022-08-16T10:00
Calling all manufacturing and wholesale friends, this episode is for you! Today I’m joined by Stephanie McTigue, owner of CoFi Leathers and a busy mom who has buil...
ListenBe The Powerhouse: Overcome Your Fears and Go All In On Your Dreams from 2022-08-09T10:00
Today we are answering a question that I know every single one of us has had to answer at some point in our lives: how do I overcome my fears and go all in on my d...
ListenFrom Humble Beginnings to an International Celebrity Brand from 2022-08-02T10:00
Who doesn’t love a great story about starting from humble beginnings and growing to enormous success? Natalie Mills, aka the Queen of Bling, joins me today to talk...
ListenBuilding a Brand with Your Best Friend from 2022-07-26T10:00
What does it look to build a brand with your best friend? Elina and Ember are the owners of theClothesRak, as well as best friends, and they join the show today to...
ListenTaking Care of Yourself To Show Up As Your Best Self from 2022-07-19T10:00
Have you ever wondered how much easier it would be to run your business if your health was in order? So often we get caught up in the hustle and grind of business ...
ListenStrategies To Recession-Proof Your Small Business from 2022-07-12T10:00
Are you worried about an upcoming recession and wondering how your boutique will fare? If so, we’ve got your back! Joining me today is Stacy Tuschl, host of the Fo...
ListenTips To Juggle Parenthood and Entrepreneurship from 2022-07-05T10:00
Raise your hand if you are a parent and an entrepreneur! This week, I am going solo to talk about one of the hardest juggling acts in the world: how to be a good p...
ListenCultivating Successful Habits For Life and Business from 2022-06-28T10:00
Are you as addicted to journals as I am? I was introduced to Habit Nest through the Boutique Hub and I knew I had to have Lindsay McDermott, Chief Happiness Office...
ListenBuilding A Strong Legal Foundation For Your Business from 2022-06-21T10:00
Today we’re getting into all things legal! Lauren Boyd is the Founder of Guide My Business, a boutique law firm that empowers entrepreneurs by helping them to buil...
ListenMaking TikTok Work For Your Boutique Business from 2022-06-14T10:00
Get ready because we are pulling back the curtain big time on The Boutique Hub today and taking you behind the scenes of our social media presence with our wonderf...
ListenKeep ‘Em Coming: Building a Consumable Brand from 2022-06-07T10:00
What does it take for both wholesale brands and retailers to be successful? That’s what we’re breaking down today with Sammi Hill, co-founder of Mixologie and long...
ListenThe Importance of Multiple Revenue Streams For Your Business from 2022-05-31T10:00
One of the biggest opportunities that boutiques have available to them today is to diversify their revenue streams. Want to know how? In this episode, I’m sitting dow...
ListenHow to Recession Proof Your Business from 2022-05-24T10:00:03
We all know the retail business is not an easy business, so how can we make your business one that is tried and true throughout the times? Today I am going solo to bring up an important topic th...
ListenMaximize Your Instagram Presence from 2022-05-17T10:00
The content queen is back! Shannon Gordon is the Social Media Manager at the Hub and a former boutique owner herself, and I am so excited to have her on the show t...
ListenLearning In The Messy and Speaking Your Dreams Out Loud from 2022-05-10T10:00
Lori Harder is an author of several books, host of the hit podcast Earn Your Happy, and most notably now the founder of Lite Pink, the best tasting low-calorie pre...
ListenWhat Vendors Wish Boutique Owners Knew To Be Successful from 2022-05-03T10:00
Calling all boutique owners and wholesale brands! This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Today we're joined by Molly Wilson, one of the brightest minds in the ...
ListenThe Boutique Hub App Launch from 2022-04-26T10:00:11
We are so excited to announce The Boutique Hub app launch! This has been in progress over the past 2 years and we can't wait for you to experience it. In today's e...
ListenThe Elements of Successful Live Selling from 2022-04-19T10:00
Katrina DiMiele is the founder of The Other Side Tribe Boutique and has over 13 years of experience within the fashion and beauty industries. She is also one of th...
ListenHow To Grow Your eCommerce Store in 2022 from 2022-04-12T10:00
Neil Patel is arguably one of the greatest minds in digital marketing, and if you’ve ever searched online for eCommerce or SEO solutions, chances are you’ve run ac...
ListenChanging the Live Selling Landscape from 2022-04-05T10:00
Is it possible to scale your boutique business using social media alone? CommentSold is a platform that allows retailers the ability to sell using multi-channel an...
ListenFrom Social Media Management To A Swimwear Line from 2022-03-29T10:00
Get ready because you are in for such a treat today! Jessica Anderson, also known as tinytello on TikTok and 93playstreet on Instagram, is a former social media ma...
ListenAnnouncement from Ashley from 2022-03-22T10:00:11
This week is a big week for the Boutique Hub! We will not have a new Boutique Chat episode this week because we will be hosting the Boutique Summit, the world's la...
ListenCultivating Community Over Competition from 2022-03-15T10:00
Jocelyn McClellan is an entrepreneur who has built multiple online businesses, an influencer with over 100,000 followers on YouTube and Instagram, and a true go-ge...
ListenFrom Brick and Mortar to eCommerce from 2022-03-08T11:00
Karli Harris Pennington is the owner, founder, and CEO of Everyday Chic Boutique. She is an absolute magnet for other boutique owners because of her willingness to...
ListenFrom The Set of Yellowstone from 2022-03-01T11:00
When we think about the fashion industry, we often get bogged down in the logistics of boutique ownership and going to market. But in order to really be successful...
ListenHow To Grow a Sustainable Business Like an Expert from 2022-02-22T11:00
No business owner enjoys having someone who has never run a successful business themselves tell them what they should do. That’s why today’s guest is very special....
ListenFrom Online to Brick and Mortar During a Pandemic from 2022-02-15T11:00
Tessa Blakney is the founder of Silk N Honey, a boutique that started online and grew into a brick and mortar store in Downtown Memphis, opening in the midst of th...
ListenWhat It Means To Be A Brand New Business Owner In 2022 from 2022-02-08T11:00
What does it mean to be a business owner in the year 2022? Whether this is due to the “great resignation” or the post-pandemic shift, there seems to be a reignitin...
ListenMaking the Most of the Off-Price Show from 2022-02-01T11:00
As a boutique owner, it is incredibly important for you to understand how every part of our industry works. From how patterns or prints come to be to how they move...
ListenGrowth, Diversification&Re-branding Your Boutique Business from 2022-01-25T11:00
Today we are speaking with a boutique owner who not only grew her business, but also gave it a complete re-branding, taking it from one specific niche to another v...
ListenConverting Your Shopify Store into A Sales Powerhouse from 2022-01-18T11:00
Have you ever looked at your analytics and wondered why you’re getting traffic to your website but your store isn’t converting to the sales you should be seeing? O...
ListenThe Power of Pinterest Marketing from 2022-01-11T11:00
There is one social media network that often gets overlooked as a powerful marketing tool for businesses: Pinterest. Pinterest can become a huge source of traffic ...
ListenPredictions for 2022 from 2022-01-04T11:00
As we begin 2022, it’s important to look ahead and prepare our businesses as best we can for the coming year. What might be an issue that boutique owners will have...
ListenMapping Out Your Best Year Yet from 2021-12-28T11:00
Reflection is an essential part of any successful business. By looking back at the past year and acknowledging the things we did right, as well as the learning opp...
ListenAshley's Tip of the Week: Instagram Engagement from 2021-12-21T11:00
Are you consistently posting to Instagram but you aren't getting the engagement you hoped for? In today's quick tip Ashley covers how you can boost your Instagram engagement.
Boutique Cha...
ListenAshley's Tip of the Week: Creating Viral Content from 2021-12-14T11:00
Viral content can be an amazing way to gain exposure for your boutique. But where do you start? In today's quick tip Ashley covers what viral content is and how to create it.
Boutique Cha...
ListenAshley's Tip of the Week: The Secret to Success from 2021-12-07T11:00
Everyone wants to know what the secret sauce to success is. Ashley's answer might not be what you expect...tune in to find out!
Boutique Chat is on a season break, but Ashley won't leave ...
ListenAshley's Tip of the Week: What is the Boutique Hub? from 2021-11-30T11:00
Today's quick tip is all about the Boutique Hub! Ashley covers what resources and tools are inside the Hub and what the community is all about.
Boutique Chat is on a season break, but Ash...
ListenAshley's Tip of the Week: Going to Market from 2021-11-23T11:00
Today's quick tip discusses going to market. Ashley covers how to prepare for market, what you can expect while attending, and the tools needed to keep you organized.
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ListenAshley's Tip of the Week: Hiring from 2021-11-16T15:53:42
Today's quick tip covers what to look for when hiring employees and how to successfully manage your team.
Boutique Chat is on a season break, but Ashley won't leave you hanging during the...
ListenEp #339: Big Announcement and Saying Goodbye to Season 3 from 2021-11-09T11:00
Today is our final episode for season 3 of the Boutique Chat podcast, and I cannot express how much gratitude I have for all of you. Throughout this season, we hav...
ListenEp #338: How To Create Quality Content That Actually Works from 2021-11-02T10:00
Content marketing strategists are constantly telling us that “content is king” and it’s critical for sales. But with so much conflicting information out there, how...
ListenEp #337: Living Your Life On Purpose from 2021-10-26T10:00
Coming out of some of the hardest years the world has ever had to face has, of course, been challenging. However, for many, it has shed light on how we truly want ...
ListenEp #336: Answering Your Call-In Questions from 2021-10-19T10:00
How do you determine your ideal customer when opening up a shop? What is the best way to navigate these uncertain times as we approach the holiday season? How do y...
ListenEp #335: How to Approach Visual Merchandising Like a Pro with Badeeha Jubeh from 2021-10-12T10:00
Unless you run a brick-and-mortar store, the term “visual merchandising” may make you feel nervous or uneasy. In fact, even if you are a storefront owner, it can s...
Listen#334: Building A Thriving Wholesale Business with Sadie Young from 2021-10-05T10:00
The most popular product being sold in boutiques today may surprise you. Yes, there is a lot of women’s apparel, shoes, and jewelry, but do you know what has made ...
Listen#333: Planning Out Your Year with the Boutique Boss Planner with Sara Burks from 2021-09-28T10:00
Today I am joined by Sara Burks, our Director of Partnerships and Education and we are going to walk you through the Boutique Boss Planner. The only planner built ...
Listen#332: How to Participate in Pink Friday from 2021-09-21T15:19:50
Ashley Alderson, CEO of The Boutique Hub, explains How to Participate in Pink Friday. Listen
#331: Fashion With a Purpose from 2021-09-14T16:14:21
Today Archel Bernard, CEO of Bomchel, joins us for today's podcast Fashion with a Purpose. Listen
#330: Key Principles For Boutique Owner Success from 2021-09-07T14:00:18
Holly McLanahan, CEO of the Vintage Leopard, has years of experience in the retail industry, and today she shares the key principles for boutique owner success. Holly explains what it's like to ...
Listen#329: How Boutiques Can Prepare for the Holidays from 2021-08-31T17:18:12
Today our host Ashley Alderson, CEO of the Boutique Hub, tells us how boutiques can prepare for the holidays. The fourth quarter can be overwhelming, but Ashley is here to give you tips on how c...
Listen#328: What Will the Future of Retail Look Like? from 2021-08-24T16:40:11
Today our host Ashley Alderson, CEO of the Boutique Hub, discusses What Will the Future of Retail Look Like? She addresses a very controversial topic being discussed in the retail industry right...
Listen#327: How to Master Email and Text Marketing from 2021-08-17T16:02:44
Email is still one of the most effective marketing strategies. In today's episode, Jane Kasper goes over how to segment your list, how to increase your open rate, and how to layout your emails. ...
Listen#326: What I Learned in My Entrepreneurial Journey from 2021-08-10T15:29:03
In today's podcast episode Mary Landgrebe interviews our host Ashley Alderson at the August Atlanta Apparel Market. Ashley shares how the Boutique Hub started, boutique owner success stories wit...
Listen#325: Buying Wholesale at the Vegas Tradeshows from 2021-08-03T10:00
Today on the Boutique Chat podcast team members from the Boutique Hub discuss buying wholesale at the Vegas tradeshows. Ashley, Sara, and Beth go over all of the tradeshows you need to stop at i...
Listen#324: The Mindset Shift that Will Change Your Life from 2021-07-27T14:20:46
What is your biggest enemy? What is keeping you from being the best at what you do? Today Bo Eason explains the mindset shift that will change your life. He covers topics including the best prac...
Listen#324: The Mindset Shift that Will Change Your Life from 2021-07-27T14:20:46
What is your biggest enemy? What is keeping you from being the best at what you do? Today Bo Eason explains the mindset shift that will change your life. He covers topics including the best prac...
Listen#323: You Must Evolve to Thrive from 2021-07-20T14:37:44
Keiauna was ahead of the game starting her mobile boutique in 2014. She now also runs a brick and motor and online boutique. Keiauna goes over how you must evolve to thrive in your business. Thi...
Listen#322: How Servant Leadership Can Transform Your Business from 2021-07-13T14:35:48
Brandi Brown was a former salon owner and now a full-time Boutique Owner at the Exchange Boutique. Brandi tells us how servant leadership can transform your business no matter the type of indust...
Listen#321: Tips to Boost Sales During Summer Slowdowns from 2021-07-06T11:30
Are you making the proper plans to prepare for the busy months ahead? Ashley discusses tips to boost sales during summer slowdowns so you aren't stuck with summer apparel in November. She also g...
Listen#320: How to Drive Traffic to Your Online Store from 2021-06-29T14:55:23
Erik Huberman is CEO of Hawk Media, the fastest-growing marketing consultancy in the United States. Today he shares his expertise on how to drive traffic to your online store. He will cover topi...
Listen#319: SEO Strategy for Boutiques from 2021-06-22T11:00
Learn how to boost traffic to your boutique organically with this SEO strategy for boutiques. Jeff goes over backlinks, keywords, and how to not get ripped off by ad agencies. Get ready to take ...
Listen#318: Working With Your Spouse from 2021-06-15T11:00
Working with your spouse can bring on challenges but it can also be so rewarding! Today Ashley and Eric Alderson give their insight and advice on being married and working together. This candid ...
Listen#317: Creating a Profitable Boutique in 8 Months from 2021-06-08T13:57:32
How do you market your boutique in 2021? Morgan Phillips created a Profitable Boutique in 8 Months. Today she discusses how her business thrived so quickly, marketing on Tiktok, and how to creat...
Listen#316: What Keeps Entrepreneurs From Growing from 2021-06-01T20:24:03
Many entrepreneurs can feel like it's impossible to get ahead. They are working too many hours, team problems can arise, and they aren't planning for the future of business. Today Kelly goes ove...
Listen#315: Balance is Bogus from 2021-05-27T16:08:38
Is it a challenge to set boundaries between work and family life? Today Nicole Walters discusses why balance is bogus and how one can have a more successful and fulfilling career, all while havi...
Listen#314: How to Achieve Freedom in Your Business from 2021-05-18T11:00
Today Faith discusses the systems and processes she implemented in her 3 storefronts so can she can have the freedom to live in Costa Rica part-time. You'll learn that not only are SOPs importan...
Listen#313: Retail Inventory Management from 2021-05-11T11:30
Are you confused about how much you should buy and how often? Do you want to know what the future of retail entails? Today Paul covers all things retail inventory management.
Join Paul, ...
Listen#312: Lessons from Scaling a Mega Boutique from 2021-05-04T14:00:23
Need advice on starting a boutique? Want to learn how to scale your already growing boutique? This episode is for every boutique owner- no matter what stage you are at! NanaMacs started in a sin...
Listen#311: Self Love: The Secret to Success from 2021-04-27T11:00
Are you hustling for your worth? Are you a high-achieving woman that feels like you are on the hamster wheel, you always are on to the next goal, and you struggle to put yourself before your bus...
Listen#310: Ecommerce Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses from 2021-04-20T15:51:01
What are quick and easy tips that can get you on the road to eCommerce success? In today's episode, Jessica gives us all the details on how to make it happen. She covers topics like email market...
Listen#309: How to Build a Successful Team from 2021-04-13T15:49:48
Many entrepreneurs are scaling their business and find themselves scrambling to hire an employee. Or there wasn't time to create the proper procedures and protocol when hiring and onboarding the...
Listen#308: Should I Sell My Business? from 2021-04-06T17:21:33
Have you made plans for the future of your business? When will be the right time to sell your business? Lorinda has years of experience in owning and selling multiple successful businesses, incl...
Listen#307: How to Maximize the Viral Potential of Your Content from 2021-03-30T15:40:35
Have you had a product that is on the verge of going viral? Do you want to know how to keep the buzz going? Well, Angela has experience in having her products go viral, and in this episode, she ...
Listen#306: Simple Strategies for Business Success from 2021-03-23T13:32:38
After over 11 years of owning a Boutique, Nicole explains how sometimes going back to the basics can transform your business. She goes over how she pivoted during the pandemic, the importance of...
Listen#305: How to Use Data to Grow Your Boutique&Advice on Selling Shoes from 2021-03-16T16:24:45
Ashley has been in business for over 13 years and she is known for her expertise in selling shoes. She goes over the reports she uses for inventory decisions, managing purchase orders, and lesso...
Listen#304: Building a Wholesale Brand that Caters to Small Businesses from 2021-03-09T11:00
Crazy Train Clothing was a major disrupter in the wholesale industry! They came into the market ready to serve those with small businesses. Jentry, CEO of Crazy Train, goes over why she has chos...
Listen#303: How to Simultaneously Grow Your Boutique&Personal Brand from 2021-03-02T17:06:10
Mallory Fitzsimmons, a former influencer turned boutique owner, goes over influencer marketing and the systems and roles your team needs to scale to 7 figures. She also goes over topics such as ...
Listen#302: How to Grow Your Instagram Account from 2021-02-23T16:23:19
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Shannon Gordon, the Social Media Manager at the Boutique Hub, joins us for How...
Listen#301: Building Meaningful Relationships with Your Customers from 2021-02-16T16:49:55
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Ashley McPherson, CEO of Macoma Boutique, joins us for Building Meaningful Rel...
Listen#301: Building Meaningful Relationships with Your Customers from 2021-02-16T16:49:55
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Ashley McPherson, CEO of Macoma Boutique, joins us for Building Meaningful Rel...
Listen#300: 7 Ways to Grow in 2021 from 2021-02-09T11:00
We are back and better than ever! It's time to start season 3 with a bang, and that's why our host Ashley Alderson is here to go over Listen
#300: 7 Ways to Grow in 2021 from 2021-02-09T11:00
We are back and better than ever! It's time to start season 3 with a bang, and that's why our host Ashley Alderson is here to go over Listen
Update on the New Season of the Boutique Chat Podcast from 2021-01-06T03:43:01
Are you ready for another incredible season of the Boutique Chat Podcast?! We know we are and we can't wait to share all the new and exciting things coming in 2021. Today our host Ashley Alderso...
Listen#290: How to Plan Effectively with Kristy Gayton, CEO of Start Planner from 2020-12-22T19:54:13
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Kristy Gayton, CEO of Start Planner, joins us for How to Plan Effectively Listen
#289: 7 Things You Must Do Before The End Of The Year with Ashley Alderson, CEO of The Boutique Hub from 2020-12-15T22:06:29
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast our host Ashley Alderson, CEO of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on 7 T...
Listen#288: TikTok Tips for Small Businesses with Brittany Tayvinsky, Owner of 80 Sq Ft Boutique from 2020-12-08T21:26:34
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Brittany Tayvinsky, Owner of 80 Sq Ft Boutique, joins us for TikTok Tips for Small Businesses. Brittany is known as the traveling boutique owner who h...
Listen#287: How to Serve Your Ideal Customer with Jasmene Bowdry, CEO of SHIFT StyleHouse&The Boutique Teacher from 2020-12-01T19:21:11
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Jasmene Bowdry, CEO of SHIFT StyleHouse & The Boutique Teacher, joins us for How to Serve Your Ideal Customer. Jasmene is a fashion and retail leader ...
Listen#286: Legal Tips for Small Businesses with Andrea Sager, Founder of Andrea Sager Law from 2020-11-24T16:45
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast Andrea Sager, Founder of Andrea Sager Law, joins us for Legal Tips for Small B...
Listen#285: Tips From a Successful Boutique Owner with Alison Grooms, Owner of Jules&James Boutique from 2020-11-17T21:39:02
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast Alison Grooms, Owner of Jules & James Boutique, joins us for Tips From a Succe...
Listen#284: 6 Ways to Celebrate Pink Friday with Our Host Ashley Alderson, CEO of The Boutique Hub from 2020-11-10T16:46:25
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast our host Ashley Alderson, CEO of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on 6 Wa...
Listen#283: How to Fashion Forecast with Shane Holman, Ariat Senior Director of Global Western Trend and Market Development from 2020-11-03T14:37:41
Today on #BoutiqueChat Podcast Shane Holman, Ariat Senior Director of Global Western Trend and Market Development, joins us for How to Fashion Forecast. Not only does Shane work for Ari...
Listen#282: How to be More Productive with Our Host Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2020-10-27T20:07:28
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast our host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on How to be More Productive. November's theme at the Boutique Hub is how, ...
Listen#281: Business Success Depends on Knowing Your Numbers with Allen Williams from Heartland Retail from 2020-10-21T02:22:07
Today on the #BoutiqueChat podcast Allen Williams from Heartland Retail joins us for Business Success Depends on ...
Listen#280: Holiday Marketing Tips that will Increase Sales with Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2020-10-13T20:34:07
Today on the #BoutiqueChat podcast our host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on Listen
#279: How to Successfully Manage Multiple Storefronts with Jennafer King&Jessica Divine, Founders of The Red Racoon Boutique from 2020-10-06T19:41:33
Today on the #BoutiqueChat podcast Jennafer King & Jessica Divine, founders of The Red Racoon Boutique, join us for Listen
#278: How to Run a Successful Plus Size Boutique with Letitia Young, Owner of Honey's Child Boutique from 2020-09-30T01:37:15
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast Letitia Young, Owner of Honey's Child Boutique, joins us for How to Run a Successful Plus Size Boutique. Letitia was one of the only major plus-size b...
Listen#277: Photography Tips for Boutique Owners with Janzen Tew, Founder of Denim and Velvet from 2020-09-22T16:37:53
Today on the #BoutiqueChat Podcast Janzen Tew, Founder of Denim and Velvet, joins us for Photography Tips for Boutique Owners. Denim and Velvet is a one-stop-shop for web design, print ...
Listen#276: Strategies for Sustaining Growth with Andrea Glenn, Owner of the Rusty Rose Boutique from 2020-09-15T19:45:42
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Andrea Glenn, Owner of the Rusty Rose Boutique, joins us for Strategies for Su...
Listen#275: The Power Of Vision Boards with Lucinda Cross, Entrepreneur and Author from 2020-09-09T01:36:38
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Lucinda Cross, entrepreneur and author, joins us for The Power Of Vision Board...
Listen#274: MAGIC Goes Digital with Kelly Helfman, President of MAGIC from 2020-09-01T14:59:40
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Kelly Helfman, President of MAGIC, joins us for MAGIC Goes Digital. Kelly is here to give us all the details on MAGIC's Digital Trade Event. She goes ...
Listen#273: How To Get Media Coverage For Your Business with Christina Nicholson, Founder of Media Maven from 2020-08-25T17:05:43
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Christina Nicholson, founder of Media Maven, joins us for How To Get Media Cov...
Listen#272: How to Pivot Your Business During the COVID-19 Pandemic with Caitlin Lucian, Owner of Strength&Grace Boutique from 2020-08-18T17:00:56
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast Caitlin Lucian, Owner of Strength & Grace Boutique, joins us for How to Pivot ...
Listen#271: Overcome Your Fear of Video Marketing with Molly Mahoney, Founder of The Prepared Performer from 2020-08-11T21:37:36
Today Molly Mahoney, founder of The Prepared Performer, joins us for today's Boutique Chat episode Overcome Your ...
Listen#270: How to Develop a Success-Oriented Mindset with Justin Prince, Entrepreneur, Speaker,&Author from 2020-08-04T13:35:35
On today's Boutique Chat episode Justin Prince, entrepreneur, speaker, & author, joins us for How to Develop a Su...
Listen#269: The Power of Scent with Julie Tassy, Founder of Ella B Candles from 2020-07-28T22:12:43
Today Julie Tassy, Founder of Ella B Candles, joins us for today's podcast episode The Power of Scent. Listen
#268:How to Create a Customer-Centric E-Commerce Experience with Josh Orr, Founder of Streamline Retail from 2020-07-21T18:53:46
Today on the podcast Josh Orr, the founder of Streamline Retail, joins us for How to Create a Customer-Centric E-...
Listen#267: Diversity In Retail with DeAnna McIntosh, Founder and Global Retail + E-commerce Consultant at The Affinity Group International from 2020-07-14T17:54:58
Today on the Boutique Chat Podcast DeAnna McIntosh, Founder and Global Retail + E-commerce Consultant at The Affinity Group International, joins us for Diversity in Retail. Aside from b...
Listen#266: Scaling from Entrepreneur to CEO with Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2020-07-07T21:21:14
Today Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on Scaling from Entrepreneur to CEO. Ashley goes over the significant differences between an entrepreneur and a C...
Listen#265: How to Run a Successful Business with Your Significant Other with Brooke and Brandon Riley, Owners of Re-Fabbed Boutique from 2020-06-30T16:00:56
Today Brooke and Brandon Riley, Owners of Re-Fabbed Boutique, join us for How to Run a Successful Business with Your Significant Other. Brooke and Brandon are a true example of a power ...
ListenA short message from Ashley Alderson, regarding the 2020 Virtual Retail Summit! from 2020-06-23T13:01:08
There's no new episode this week, but you aren't missing out if you're attending the 2020 Virtual Retail Summit! Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, presents us with a short message to...
Listen#264: Ecommerce Marketing Strategies to Increase Sales with Ezra Firestone, CEO of Smart Marketer from 2020-06-16T13:01:48
Today Ezra Firestone, CEO of Smart Marketer, joins us for Ecommerce Marketing Strategies to Increase Sales. Ezra has years of experience building multiple businesses that bring in $20+ ...
Listen#263: 4 Reasons Why Your Brand Is Not Engaging with Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2020-06-09T11:30
Today our host Ashley Alderson, Founder of the Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on 4 Reasons Why Your Brand Is Not Engaging. Ashley has been listening to your questions and is here to ...
Listen#262: Creating a Customer Loyalty Program with Elizabeth Presher, Founder of Grit and Grace Digital Marketing from 2020-06-02T16:11:21
Today Elizabeth Presher, Founder of Grit and Grace Digital Marketing, joins us for Creating a Customer Loyalty Program. Beth was a former boutique owner and then ...
Listen#261: The Importance of Finding Your Why with Jess Ekstrom, Founder of Headbands of Hope and Author from 2020-05-26T14:06:02
Today Jess Ekstrom, Founder of Headbands of Hope and Author, joins us for The Importance of Finding Your Why. Jess's journey in becoming an entrepreneur will inspire and motivate you in...
Listen#260: Adapting to the New Normal in Retail with Heather Orscheln, Founder of Revel Boutique from 2020-05-19T15:48:26
Today Heather Orscheln, Founder of Revel Boutique, joins us for Adapting to the New Normal in Retail. Heather is a true example of practicing adaption and seeing ...
Listen#259: Knowing Your Numbers with Christyne Gray, Founder of She Profits Now from 2020-05-12T15:28:32
Today Christyne Gray, Founder of She Profits Now, joins us for Knowing Your NumbersListen
#258: How To Build A Memorable Brand with Dr. J.J. Peterson, Chief of Teaching and Facilitation at StoryBrand from 2020-05-05T15:13:50
Today Dr. J.J. Peterson, Chief of Teaching and Facilitation at StoryBrand, joins us for How To Build A Memorable Brand....
Listen#257: Tips to Create a Profitable Ecommerce Business from 2020-04-28T15:37:07
Today Erin Hooley, founder of Bailey’s Blossoms, joins us for Tips to Create a Profitable Ecommerce Business. Erin is a living example of being more successful by knowing her numbers. S...
Listen#256: Managing COVID-19 and Your Retail Business with Sara Burks, Director of Education and Partnerships at The Boutique Hub from 2020-04-21T15:03:55
Today Sara Burks, Director of Education and Partnerships at the Boutique Hub and Ashley Alderson, founder of the Boutique Hub, go over how you can be <...
Listen#255: How to Create Successful Content for Boutique with Tamie Old, Founder of The House of Gentry Boutique from 2020-04-14T15:07:10
Today Tamie Old, Founder of The House of Gentry Boutique, joins us for How to Create Successful Content for Boutique Listen
#254: How to Succeed as an Entrepreneur with Gigi Butler, founder of Gigi’s Cupcakes from 2020-04-07T16:39:03
Today Gigi Butler, founder of Gigi’s Cupcakes, joins us for How to Succeed as an Entrepreneur. Listen
#253: Save Your Retail Business From Extinction with Dan Holman, founder of the Wealthy Retailer from 2020-03-31T14:15:51
Today Dan Holman, founder of the Wealthy Retailer, joins us for how to Save Your Retail Business From Extinction. Listen
#252 Growing Your Business During the Coronavirus with Our Host Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2020-03-26T22:43:04
Today our host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, goes over how you can continue Growing Your Business Durin...
Listen#251: Things I Wish I Would’ve Known Before Starting a Boutique with Amanda Christopherson, Owner of Beautique, and Somer Pickard, Owner of Sparkle and Sass from 2020-03-17T21:30:51
Amanda Christopherson, Owner of Beautique, and Somer Pickard, Owner of Sparkle and Sass, join us for today’s episode “...
Listen#250: How to Prepare Your Boutique for COVID-19 Coronavirus and It's Impacts on Your Retail Business. from 2020-03-12T16:37:17
How can you prepare your business for the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic and prepare your boutique for any economic downturn? The threat to our economy and small business today is real, today As...
Listen#249: Managing Social Media with Tailwind with Melissa Megginson Community Manager at Tailwind from 2020-03-10T11:00
Today Melissa Megginson, Community Manager at Tailwind, joins us for Managing Social Media with Tailwind. ...
Listen#248: The 2020 Boutique Summit with Beth Leahy, Chief of Operations at The Boutique Hub from 2020-03-03T15:21:12
Today Beth Leahy, Cheif of Operations at The Boutique Hub, and Ashley Alderson, Ceo of The Boutique Hub, give is the rundown on the Listen
#247: My Experience with Starting a Boutique with Baylee Cordero, Owner of Baylee Rose Boutique from 2020-02-25T17:30:42
Today Baylee Cordero, Owner of Baylee Rose Boutique, joins us for My Experience with Starting a Boutique. ...
Listen#246: Strategies for Social Media Success with Shannon Gordon, Social Media Manager at The Boutique Hub from 2020-02-18T15:58:04
Today Shannon Gordon, Social Media Manager at the Boutique Hub and former boutique owner, joins us for Strategies for Social Media Success. Shannon gives us her back story on becoming a...
Listen#245: The Power of a Gen Z and Gen X Team with Vanessa LeVan and Wren LeVan, from Blush Out West Boutique from 2020-02-11T14:46:50
Today Vanessa LeVan and Wren LeVan from Blush Out West Boutique join us for The Power of a Gen Z and Gen X Team. Blush Out West started out with two friends who wanted more than just a ...
Listen#244: Key Tips for Creating a Successful Online Boutique with Alana Stohr, Owner of Eleven Oaks Boutique from 2020-02-05T00:36:46
Today Alana Stohr, Owner of Eleven Oaks Boutique, joins us for Key Tips for Creating a Successful Online Boutique. Alana had spoken at the Boutique Summit and she...
Listen#243: Dos and Don’ts of Text Message Marketing with Bobby Angilella Co-Founder of Slick Text from 2020-01-28T23:09:55
Today Bobby Angilella, co-founder of Slick Text, joins us for the Dos and Don’ts of Text Message Marketing. He goes over all the guidelines of text message marketing and how you can cre...
Listen#242: Off-Price Buying with Tricia Barglof, Executive Director of the OFFPRICE Trade Show from 2020-01-21T15:21:55
Today Tricia Barglof, executive director of the OFF PRICE Trade Show, joins us for...
Listen#241: 12 Crucial Tips for Boutique Owner Success with Sara Burks and Ashley Alderson from 2020-01-14T20:00:53
Today Sara Burks and Ashley Alderson will go over the 12 Crucial Tips for Boutique Owner Success. These 12 focus areas are apart of this year's Retail Bootcamp course. Retail Bootcamp i...
Listen#240: 20 New Year’s Resolutions for Business Owners with Ashley Alderson, Founder of the Boutique Hub from 2020-01-08T01:00
Today our host Ashley Alderson, founder of the Boutique Hub, goes over the top 20 New Year’s Resolutions for Business O...
Listen#239: Building Your Business with Gratitude with Our Host Ashley Alderson, Founder of the Boutique Hub from 2019-12-31T13:31:16
Today our host Ashley Alderson, founder of the Boutique Hub, releases a solo episode on Building Your Business with Gratitude. As we end this year and look forward to the year to come, ...
Listen#238: 3 Ways to Maximize Your Day Planner with Our Host Ashley Alderson from 2019-12-24T13:00
Today our host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, does a Solo episode on 3 Ways to Maximize Your Day Planner...
Listen#237: Cutting Your Shipping Losses with Kyle Rooney, Partnerships Manager at Route from 2019-12-17T15:15:49
Today Kyle Rooney, partnerships manager at Route, joins us for today’s episode Cutting Your Package Losses<...
Listen#236: Finishing the Year Strong with Our Host Ashley Alderson from 2019-12-10T12:00
Today our host Ashley Alderson does a Solo episode on Finishing the Year Strong. Listen
#236: Finishing the Year Strong with Our Host Ashley Alderson from 2019-12-10T12:00
Today our host Ashley Alderson does a Solo episode on Finishing the Year Strong. Listen
Episode #235: Starting Your Own Business and Foundation with Julie Allen, Owner of Mary Rose Boutique and Mary Rose Foundation from 2019-12-03T18:26:54
Today Julie Allen, owner of Mary Rose Boutique and Mary Rose Foundation, joins us for Starting Your Own Business and Fo...
ListenNo Episode this Week, It's Black Friday Prep Time! from 2019-11-26T18:22:18
No episode this week but Ashley reaches out to all with some encouraging words for your busy week ahead!
ListenEpisode #234 All Things #BoutiqueStyle with Nikki Casey Director of Style at The Boutique Hub from 2019-11-19T16:07:15
Today one of our favorite ladies Nikki Casey, Director of Style at The Boutique Hub, joins us for All Things #BoutiqueStyle. As you all might know, The Boutique H...
ListenEpisode #233 Collaborating with an Influencer with Shaley Ham, Creator of West Desperado from 2019-11-14T21:21:45
Shaley Ham joins us for today’s episode, Collaborating with an Influencer. Shaley starts by giving us background on how she grew to become an Instagram influencer...
ListenEpisode #232 Evolving as a Business Owner and as a Person with Randa Carrabba, Entrepreneur Extraordinaire from 2019-11-05T15:11:36
Today Randa Carrabba, Entrepreneur extraordinaire, joins us for Evolving as a Business Owner and as a Person. Listen
Episode #231: All Things Sezzle with Charlie Youakim, Cofounder of Sezzle from 2019-10-30T13:20:21
Today Charlie Youakim, cofounder of Sezzle, joins us for All things Sezzle. Listen
Episode #230: 5 Ways to Maximize Small Business Saturday with Your Host Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2019-10-22T21:44:15
Today our host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode on 5 Ways to Maximize Small Business S...
ListenEpisode #229: Creating a Business with Impact with Ashley LeMieux from 2019-10-15T13:38:32
Ashley LeMieux, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, joins us for Listen
Episode #229: Creating a Business with Impact with Ashley LeMieux from 2019-10-15T13:38:32
Ashley LeMieux, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, joins us for Listen
Episode #228: How To Maximize Your Market Experience with Amy Harper, Vice President of Marketing, Apparel&Accessories at DMC from 2019-10-08T14:06:59
Today Amy Harper, vice president of marketing, apparel & accessories at DMC, joins us for How to Maximize Your Market E...
ListenEpisode #227: Being a Successful Business Owner Means Knowing Your Customer, Dani Flaming, Owner of the Fringed Pineapple from 2019-10-01T23:06
Today Dani Flaming, owner of the Fringed Pineapple, joins us for Being a Successful Business Owner Means Knowing Your ...
ListenEpisode #226: 5 Boutique Owner Myths Debunked with Our Host Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2019-09-24T13:54:03
Today we are going over 5 Boutique Owner Myths Debunked with our host Ashle...
ListenEpisode #225: Being Business Owner and Coping with Mental Illness with Marie Earthman, Boutique Owner and Mother from 2019-09-17T12:58:23
Today Marie Earthman, boutique owner and mom, joins us for Being Business Owner and Coping with Mental Illness....
ListenEpisode # 224: Demystifying Facebook Messenger with Ben Parr, Author&Entrepreneur from 2019-09-03T09:30
Today Ben Parr, award winning entrepreneur, author, investor, and journalist, joins us for Demystifying Facebook Messenger. This episode is all about facing your fears! We are going dee...
ListenEpisode #223: 7 Ways to Get More Bang for Your Buck When it Comes to Pricing Your Products with Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub from 2019-08-20T13:34:01
Ashley does a solo episode today on 7 Ways to Get More Bang for Your Buck When it Comes to Pricing Your Products. Listen
Episode #222: Why You Need Both Your Right And Left Brain While Running a Business with Krisee and Whitney, Founders of Hayloft Boutique from 2019-07-30T09:30
Krisee and Whitney, founder’s of Hayloft Boutique, join us for today’s episode Why You Need Both Your Right And Left Br...
ListenEpisode #221: Growing Your Business As a Team with Brittany and Vannessa, Founders of Simple Blessings Boutique from 2019-07-23T13:28:54
Brittany and Vannessa, founders of Simple Blessings Boutique, join us on today's episode Growing Your Business As a Tea...
ListenEpisode #220: Marketing to Your Audience On a Personal Level with Erica Kelley, Founder of Whisky Darling Boutique from 2019-07-16T09:30
Erica Kelley, founder of Whiskey Darling, joins us for today's episode Marketing to Your Audience On a Personal Level. Erica’s mission is empowering women of every shape and size to be ...
ListenEpisode #219: Marketing to Millennials with Taylor Jones, founder of The Tiny Closet from 2019-07-09T13:48:56
Taylor Jones, founder of The Tiny Closet, joins us on today's episode Marketing to Millennials. Listen
Episode #218: Building a Brand from Scratch with Michelle Manningham, founder of Texi Boots from 2019-07-02T13:39:30
Today Michelle Manningham, founder of Texi Boots, joins us to talk about Building a Brand from Scratch. Michelle tells us how her vision of becoming a designer went from dream to realit...
ListenEpisode #217: Boutique Owner Myths Debunked with Ashley Alderson and Sara Burks from 2019-06-25T14:23:33
Today Our Host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub and Sara Burks, director of partnerships and education at The Boutique Hub, go over Boutique Owner Myths Debunked. No matter ...
ListenEPISODE #215: 7 Keys to Productivity with Our Host Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub from 2019-06-18T13:40:56
Our host Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode this week on the 7 Keys to Productivity. Ashley goes over topics such as managing your calendar & to-do list, ...
ListenSummit Update, No Show this Week! from 2019-06-11T09:30
Thanks for stopping in! There is no podcast this week because the 2019 Boutique Summit is taking place, Ashley gives us a short update about the event.
ListenEpisode #215: Running Your Business on Profit First with Mike Michalowicz from 2019-06-04T12:48:10
Mike Michalowicz, author, podcaster, speaker, business columnist and TV host, gives us an abundant amount of business tips and his experience in becoming a successful entrepreneur. Todays podcas...
ListenEpisode #214: 10 Things You Need to Know When Starting a Business with Our Host Ashley Alderson from 2019-05-28T12:42:54
Our host Ashley Alderson, Founder of The Boutique Hub, does a solo episode this week explaining the top 10 things you need to know when starting a business. But don’t go to far yet, this isn’t j...
ListenEpisode #213: Creating Engaging Live Sales&Building a Memorable Brand with Allison Albritton of InStyle Auctions&Boutique from 2019-05-21T09:30
Allison Albritton, the Founder of InStyle Auctions & Boutique, tells us how she created a known brand with a staple look that was memorable since 2012. Building into multiple sales channels and ...
ListenEPISODE #212: Maximizing Vendor Events&Pop Ups with Jenifer Burnett of Punchy's from 2019-05-14T09:30
Jenifer Burnett, the owner of Punchy’s, talks about her unique experience in starting her business and the importance of knowing your customers, your numbers and how to maximize new customer acq...
ListenEpisode #211: Starting a Wholesale Business as Your True, Authentic Self with Megan DiVincenzo founder of The Sis Kiss from 2019-05-07T09:00
Megan DiVincenzo, the founder of Sis Kiss and a former defense attorney, explains how her business began by finding a problem in a product and solving it. From there, her business grew from word...
ListenEpisode #210: WOW Customer Service&Leaving a Legacy with Dana Spinola founder of Fab'rik from 2019-04-30T09:00
Dana Spinola, the founder of Fab’rik gives your host Ashley Alderson shares what it's really like building a boutique brand across nearly 50 stores, even through a recession. Using her WOW custo...
ListenEpisode #209: Balancing a Large, Growing Business and Being a Mom with Tori Gerbig from 2019-04-23T09:30
Tori Gerbig from Pink Lily Boutique talks to your host Ashley Alderson about her story and what’s happening inside of the Pink Lily including their amazing growth...
ListenEpisode #208- 5 Essentials For Your Website with Angela Froschl, Hot Mess Consulting from 2019-04-16T09:00
Is your e-commerce site maximizing these 5 key areas? Today on the show we are joined by Hot Mess Consulting Founder, Angela Froschl. She brings incredible insight as a boutique owner, website d...
ListenEpisode #207: Five Business Essentials Every Boutique Must Know with Sara Burks&Ashley Alderson from 2019-04-09T09:00
Sara Burks, the Director of Partnerships and Education at The Boutique Hub, joins your host Ashley Alderson to talk about the 5 ESSENTIALS to growing a successful boutique business and their Ret...
Listen#206: How to Shop Apparel Markets with Atlanta Apparel's Caron Stover and Morgan Ramage from 2019-04-02T14:21:56
Caron Stover, Vice President of Atlanta Apparel and Morgan Ramage, Fashion Creative Director at Atlanta Apparel join us to talk about how to shop apparel markets, uncover trends for fall, and hi...
Listen#205 How to Sell Shoes&Build Profitable Vendor Relationships with Sarah Resnick from 2019-03-26T16:00
Sarah Resnick, Account Executive at Chinese Laundry, shares her vast experience in the wholesale business. Sarah gives us some background on how she got started in the fashion industry at the ag...
Listen#204 Merging Motherhood and Business with Stacy Gnewkowski and Leslie Plank from 2019-03-19T09:00
Leslie Plank and Stacy Gnewkowski, Owners of Hawthorne Collection Boutique, are two best friends that are mothers of children with special needs. They have come t...
Listen#202: What Does it Take to Work With an Influencer With Jessie Jarvis from 2019-03-05T10:00
Jessie Jarvis, Projects Manager at The Boutique Hub and a western fashion influencer, talks about how she became an influencer as a rancher through authenticity a...
Listen#202: What Does it Take to Work With an Influencer With Jessie Jarvis from 2019-03-05T10:00
Jessie Jarvis, Projects Manager at The Boutique Hub and a western fashion influencer, talks about how she became an influencer as a rancher through authenticity a...
Listen#201 Six Reasons Boutiques Fail and How to Avoid Those Pitfalls with Ashley Alderson from 2019-02-26T10:00
Ashley Alderson, founder of The Boutique Hub and host of the Boutique Chat Podcast, Listen
#41 Finishing the Year Strong and Starting 2019 with a Bang from 2018-12-14T00:27:02
We’re not just talking about finishing the year strong in your business, it’s your entire life. That last week of holiday sales is a tough one, but preparing your...
Listen#40 How to truly serve your customers&your staff, with Jason Stoker, co-owner of Deep South Marketing, Deep South Pout, Love Poppy Jewels and Social Shop from 2018-11-27T10:00
Our guest today owns four businesses that serve the retail industry. Jason knows every side of the boutique world, so get your pen ready! Jason’s wife Shannon sta...
Listen#40 Protecting Original Work with Trademarks, Copyrights&Licencing Agreements, plus working with high-level influencers, with Mike Satterfield of RBR Wholesale and The Gentleman Racer from 2018-11-13T14:33:04
Get ready to take notes. Copyrights, trademarks, and licensing agreements. Four words that might send chills down your spine. But today we’re breaking them down w...
Listen#39 Five Critical Tips for Holiday Sales, with Ashley Alderson, The Boutique Hub from 2018-11-06T11:30
Do you know where Black Friday got its name? Well traditionally, retailers were in the red financially all year, but when the holiday shopping season hit they mov...
Listen#38 Looking at the Evolution of Wholesale, with FashionGo CEO, Daniel Lee from 2018-10-23T21:07:51
That’s right, Ashley chatted with FashionGo’s CEO Daniel Lee. They breakdown where the wholesale industry has been, what it’s doing now, and what’s on the horizon...
Listen#37 Back to the Basics of Pinterest with Kate Ahl, Simple Pin Media from 2018-10-16T10:00
Pinterest isn’t for short-term strategy, it’s for dreamers. Dreaming what outfit they’ll wear to the rehearsal dinner at their wedding, what house they’ll live in...
Listen#36 6 Steps to the Perfect Purchase, with Bob Negan, Founder of WhizBang! Retail from 2018-10-09T16:39:37
Early on in Bob’s retail career, he realized that making the customer happy is the most important thing in sales. Not just accepting returns with no receipt or se...
Listen#35 Meet a New Wholesale Marketplace, Fashion Domino from 2018-10-02T13:23:04
Finding new, fresh, and trendy pieces for your store is one of the key priorities as a boutique owner. Going to market is necessary and the sales reps you’ll find...
Listen#34: How to Buy Direct in LA, with Fashion Buyer, Jacqueline Holmes. from 2018-09-25T09:00
Buying smarter means understanding your product lifecycle and getting the best quality and pricing for what you’re bringing in. Going to LA on a regular basis isn...
Listen#33 YouTube&Beyond, How Two Sisters Grew a following of 2 million on YouTube&Won 2018 Global Boutique of the Year. from 2018-09-18T14:01:31
These two sisters are creating waves in the shop small movement carrying the title of fashion influencer and boutique owner. Tracy and Stefanie’s love of fashion ...
Listen#32 Advanced Strategy + Promoted Pins with Pinterest’s McKayla Amundsen from 2018-09-11T09:00
If you are not using Pinterest in your business you are missing a huge opportunity. Did you know women’s fashion is the number one most pinned category? We chatte...
Listen#31 Why Text Message Marketing Can Change your Business, with Bo Cain VP of Sales at Sentext Solutions from 2018-09-05T17:06:39
You don’t own your Facebook page, Instagram, or Snapchat. So what will you do the next time an algorithm takes a nosedive? How will you reach your customers? Tha...
Listen#30 How Can Emerging Designers us Community to Compete with Fast Fashion? With Hillary France, CEO of Brand Assembly from 2018-08-21T09:00
Brand Assembly was created with one purpose in mind: to help emerging fashion brands grow their business by creating a community that leverages resources and prov...
Listen#29 How to Build a Brand that Empowers Others and Forges Good in the World, with Missy Robertson, Laminin Designs and Duck Dynasty from 2018-08-14T13:50:51
One of the most important missions to Missy Robertson and her family has been to work selflessly to help others find faith and inner joy through charity. Missy ha...
Listen#28 Changing the Experience and Preparing for Markets with Desiree Hanson, VP of Fashion Events at WWIN. from 2018-08-08T17:02:10
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...
Listen#27 Breaking Down Point of Sale System Data and How to Use it, with Lightspeed Retail from 2018-08-07T14:05:28
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 manag...
Listen#26 Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 2) from 2018-08-02T09:00
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 yea...
Listen#25: WWDMagic: Spring 19 Trends, Business Tips&Life in Fashion, with Kelly Helfman, Brand Director at WWDMagic from 2018-07-31T09:00
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 Directo...
Listen#24 Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 1) from 2018-07-25T14:09:41
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 ...
Listen#23 Embracing Failure&Surviving. 2017 Global Boutique of the Year, The Lace Cactus owner Kelsey Darby from 2018-07-18T00:49:25
We know, we’re a day late, but..
*que the bells and whistles*
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#22 How to Succeed at Vendor Shows with Ruffles&Rust Expo, Camey Maldonado from 2018-07-10T11:00
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 go...
Listen#21 Maximizing Facebook Live and Plus Size Selling for your Boutique with Mindy Switzer from 2018-07-03T11:00
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 h...
Listen#20 Top 5 Tips for New Boutique Owners with Ashley Alderson from 2018-06-26T11:00
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.
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Listen#19 Denim Forecast with Judy Blue Creative Director, Christina Choi. from 2018-06-19T11:00
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? ...
Listen#18 Are you a Clothes Flipper or a Brand Builder? The Art of Being Authentic with Ali Dee from 2018-06-12T17:14:12
This episode covers almost everything because our guest Ali Dee dabbles in a little bit of everything. From fashion influencers, Instagram, and working for Mark C...
Listen#17 What 20+ Years in a Successful Boutique Teaches you About Retail + Basketball, with Sara Burks, The Boutique Hub from 2018-05-29T11:00
MaCandis Boutique was open for more than 67 years, where Sara Burks, Director of Partnerships & Education at The Boutique Hub, started working in high school. Ski...
Listen#16 How to innovate in a crowded market, with Grayson DiFonzo, Founder Buddy Love Clothing from 2018-05-22T11:00
Creating your own clothing line isn’t for the faint of heart. BuddyLove founder Grayson DiFonzo has worked in fashion for years and even owned her own showroom re...
Listen#15 Becoming a Retail Scientist Using Data, with Geoff Tease the VP of Client Success at RICS Software from 2018-05-15T11:00
Repeat after me, “I NEED to analyze data for my boutique.” There is a huge difference today in tracking data and analyzing the right data. Today, without having ...
Listen#14 Breaking into Established Markets and Scaling with a Great Brand Story, with Amanda Kimes&Lindsay Perraton of Kimes Ranch. from 2018-05-08T12:08:05
Matt and Amanda Kimes changed the face of denim in the western world in what seemed like an overnight success story. But it took years of work, finding a manufact...
Listen#13 Scaling a Million Dollar Brand from your Kitchen Table, with Meredith Jurica, Founder of Makeup Junkie Bags from 2018-05-01T11:00
It’s rare to hit $1 million in sales in your first year with a product you sewed at your kitchen table. Meredith Jurica did it and she continues to speed down the...
Listen#12 Mastering Facebook Ads&Retargeting: The Secret to Success for Boutique Retail, with Reza Khadjavi of Shoelace from 2018-04-24T11:00
Holy cow, grab a pencil before you listen to this episode. Reza & Ashley break down the nitty gritty details of Facebook Ads, from conversion rates, sales funnels...
Listen#11 Why Story Matters: Learn from an icon who has helped build multiple iconic western brands. With Keith Mundee, President of American Hat Company from 2018-04-17T11:00
Keith Mundee is an icon in the western apparel industry, not only for the brands he has helped to build but for the man that he is. Once you meet Keith, you’ll h...
Listen#10 Creating a Magnetic Wholesale Line Customers Love, with Chad Riggins owner of Texas True Threads from 2018-04-10T11:00
Have you ever wondered how some wholesale brands seem to take off? Is it the product? The terms? Or is it the team behind it all? Well, today we are answering yo...
Listen#09 Top 10 Mistakes Happening in Retail Business Today - Solo Episode with Ashley Alderson from 2018-04-03T11:00
The world of retail is ever changing, and on today’s show we dive into the top 10 mistakes both retailers and wholesale brands may making, and significantly holdi...
Listen#08 Why You Shouldn't Put All of Your Eggs into the Facebook Basket, with Liz Ross, Founder of Southern Fried Chics from 2018-03-27T11:00
From the beginning of social media, there were only a handful of ‘Facebook Boutiques’ that started, and went big right away. For southern women who loved both dre...
Listen#07 Creating a Strategic Marketing Plan for Your Business, with Brand Expert, Drustew. from 2018-03-20T11:00
What does it mean to sit down and create a strategic marketing plan for your business? This week we are visiting with our friend Dru Stewart, marketing and brand...
Listen#05 How to Harness the Power of Social Selling, Amanda and Brandon Kruse, Discount Divas&Comment Sold from 2018-03-05T22:52:29
Can you build a multi-million dollar business on social media alone? This week’s guests prove that when you build a tribe of loyal women, anything is possible. A...
Listen#4: Fashion Truck Or Brick&Mortar? How To Give Your Customers A Great Experience Through Specialty Products! from 2018-02-25T19:42:18
What is the ROI for a Fashion Truck? How can you maximize your prom or specialty retail boutique to provide the best customer experiences? What is a North Dakota accent?
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Listen#03 Buying Strategy&Cash Flow Analysis for Retail Growth from 2018-02-23T20:07:54
How can retailers make smarter buying and inventory management decisions to make more money? This episode is PACKED with information about the flow of inventory, data analysis, point of sale sys...
Listen#02 Growing a Mega Boutique with Facebook Ads&Authenticity, Laura Benson, CEO Filly Flair Boutique from 2018-02-22T18:13:21
How do you know when to turn up your Facebook Ads? What does it mean for an e-commerce store to build an authentic connection? How can a business owner also find balance to be a wife and mother?...
Listen#01 Show Intro: 3 Keys to Boutique Industry Success&Meet Ashley&The Boutique Hub from 2018-02-21T23:57:58
Get ready for insider secrets, growth hacks, proven strategies, inspiring stories and the latest in industry tips, trends and news for boutique owners, wholesale brands and manufacturers, blogge...
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