Showcasing the retailers who power the Illinois retail industry.
Whether you’re starting your retail career or looking to grow your business, our mission is to support and celebrate your journey to success in Illinois retail.
We Are Retail is dedicated to empowering and celebrating Illinois’ diverse retail community. From local shops to thriving small businesses, we’re here to shape, connect, and grow the future of retail in Illinois.
I think the coolest part about being a retailer is that we are able to play into the things that are actively happening in the world and adjust our stock, adjust our mindsets, adjust our messaging and merchandising accordingly.
DanielleSemicolon Books
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Retail, I do think, can be a career that you actively want to pursue, and I don't think it is this secondhand, less valuable work in any capacity. It's honestly, I think, more valuable than a lot of corporate jobs available.
BethWolfbait and B-Girls
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Retail taught me that the hard work we put into building a supportive, family-like team environment comes back tenfold in the culture and energy of the store.
LeahEmbers + Apothecary Co.
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We've seen the neighborhood around us blossom. Being part of that transformation and knowing we’ve contributed to it is incredibly rewarding.
