2024 – A Year in Review ✨

As the year comes to a close, I can’t help but look back with a full heart at everything we’ve accomplished together in 2024 with this year in review. YOU — our incredible community of retail store owners — have inspired us every step of the way. Let’s take a moment to celebrate some highlights from this amazing year:

More Stores Thriving with RETAILMavens programs: This year, 70+ store owners joined a RETAILMavens program. Whether they’re focusing on growing their foundations (with the RETAILMavens Coaching program), gaining tools and clarity around their store’s finances (through Profit First powered by RETAILMavens and our QuickBooks clean ups and bookkeeping services), growing sales, cash flow and profit through inventory management tools (Profit Club) or transitioning into Life After Retail – they all made the decision to resource up to become a Richer Retailer, and that’s worth celebrating!

Profit Club — The Path to Financial Clarity and Impact: Our Year in Review also revealed that so far this year, Profit Club clients are running significantly ahead of the national trend of 2.5-3.5% sales growth (NRF) – with less inventory than they had last year! RETAILMavens clients are buying less and selling more!

Masterminds Making Waves: We welcomed 4 store owners into our exclusive Mastermind program this year. In April, we hosted the Mastermind Intensive in Scottsdale, where we carved out “Richer Retailer Success” — both personally and professionally. The energy in that room was nothing short of electric.

Millie Awards: Honoring $1M+ Store Owners: At the EXPAND Client Intensive in Toronto this September, we hosted our second annual Millie Awards, celebrating clients who surpassed $1M in sales. Helping women store owners achieve this milestone is our mission, and it’s always an honor to recognize your incredible achievements 🏆.

Embracing Diversity & Sustainability: We’re so proud of our clients who have embraced diversity and sustainability in their stores – a discussion we brought to the table at our client intensive. Store owners in our programs are showing a real willingness to learn and be better for communities and the planet.

Richer Retailer Podcast Launch: 2024 also marked the launch of the Richer Retailer podcast! Through candid conversations and actionable advice, we’re bringing fresh perspectives and motivation straight to your earbuds.

Milestones Worth Celebrating

  • You’re loving videos – Our YouTube channel surpassed 10,000 subscribers – a huge thank you for tuning in and growing with us!
  • Your desire to learn and grow is inspiring – our email and social community grew by almost 9,000 store owners, connecting retail owners like you to share ideas, ask questions, and find support.
  • You’re committed to more profitable inventory -our blog post, Why You Shouldn’t Do a Storewide Sale,” was the most read of the year. If you haven’t checked it out yet, now’s the time!

Giving Back with Heart On Giving Tuesday, we proudly supported Heart on Main Street, an amazing organization which Cathy is a proud board member of, with a donation on behalf of our amazing clients. Together, we’ve helped create a ripple effect of positive change for retailers everywhere.

As we look ahead to 2025, I couldn’t be more excited about the journey we’ll continue together. Whether it’s building stronger systems, mastering your profit strategies, or simply cheering you on as you chase your dreams, we’re here for you every step of the way.

Don’t forget to create your own year in review, and share it with your raving fans!

Here’s to another year of possibility, profit, and purpose!
With so much gratitude,
Cathy & The RETAILMavens Team ❤️