Career Stories in Illinois Retail
Explore individual career trajectories within retail, the journey of employees through different roles, the benefits provided to staff, and the strategies for recruitment, training, and retention through the following videos.
ENJOY Urban General Store | Chicago
Little Luxuries | Taylorville
ENJOY Urban General Store | Chicago
Jimmy John’s | Myles Santi
Jimmy John’s | Myles Santi
Cheese & Crackers | Champaign
Brandy Engles | Walmart
Oscar Isberian Rugs | Chicago
Heel To Toe | Urbana
Brandy Engles | Walmart
The Little Traveler | Taylorville
Business Foundations & Operations
Learn fundamental aspects of establishing and operating a retail business, including selecting a business model, managing supply chains, inventory, and vendor relationships, as well as navigating regulatory environments through the following videos.
Bloomington Spice Works | Bloomington
Country Village Meats | Geneva & Sublette
Goodies Etc. | Highland Park
The Joyful Gourmet | Libertyville
Cheese & Crackers | Champaign
Jimmy John’s | Myles Santi
Customer Engagement & Sales Growth
Learn strategies for attracting and retaining customers, including branding, promotions, loyalty programs, and creating positive customer interactions to drive sales and enhance the overall customer experience through the following videos.
Legendary Small Town Trading Co. | Taylorville
Collective Dance Fitness | Chicago
Oscar Isberian Rugs | Chicago
Texture Home | Champaign
Boost Your Customer Engagement
Quincy Street Distillery | Chicago
Digital Retail & Technology Integration
Explore the creation and management of online stores, the use of technology to enhance business efficiency, and the integration of digital tools, such as AI, for various retail functions through the following videos.
Merz Apothecary | Chicago
Midwest Nice | Chicago
Froth | Chicago
Froth | Chicago
Strategic Adaptations & Ethical Practices
These videos encompass a retail business’s commitment to sustainability, ethical sourcing, environmental impact, and strategic continuous learning or innovation to adapt to market changes and competitive pressures.
Kone Ranger | Chicago
Pyar & Co.| Chicago