Hosted by Crystal Vilkaitis · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 241 episodes
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Running a store can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be lonely! Rooted in Retail is a show dedicated to helping independent retailers thrive in today's ever-evolving retail landscape. This show is made for Main Street retailers like gift shops, jewelers, pet stores, boutiques, florists, home decor and furnitures stores, hardware stores, toy stores, craft, quilting and sewing shops; tea and coffee shops, specialty retailers and more. Join your host Crystal Vilkaitis, The Wolf of Main Street, as she explores topics that are vital to the success of your store. From marketing to mindset, money to merchandising, sales to leadership, she'll cover it all. Each episode features interviews with industry experts and accomplished retailers who share their real-life insights and actionable advice. Get ready for a great conversation on how to build your dream business with Rooted in Retail.
Crystal Vilkaitis hosts Rooted in Retail, a business show with 241 episodes published.
All good things must come to an end, and today marks the final episode of Rooted in Retail. After three incredible years of sharing stories, strategies, and successes, Crystal Vilkaitis is closing this chapter to make ro
Crystal Vilkaitis is joined by the new owners of Indera, Patricia Norins and Michael Brielmann of Blue Butterfly. Together, they discuss the acquisition and the massive vision for the future of independent retail, focusi
In this special bonus episode of Rooted in Retail, host Crystal Vilkaitis shares some major, exciting news: her company, IndERA (formerly Crystal Media), has been acquired by Blue Butterfly. Join Crystal as she introduce
How do you stop being the "easy solution" and start building a team that thinks for themselves? Sarah LoBue, co-owner of Main Street Florist and an industry educator, joins the show to discuss her 15-year evolution from
Are you stocking your store with only the items you like, or are you building a business that people actually want to shop? In this episode, Crystal Vilkaitis sits down with Patrick Retzer, Director of Sales at Streamlin
Is your inventory celebrating a birthday? In this episode, Crystal Vilkaitis is joined by Jessica Rennard, founder of NuSource and "The Fashion Disruptor," to discuss why retailers need to stop being emotional about thei
In this episode of Rooted in Retail, Crystal Vilkaitis sits down with marriage and relationship counselor Kathy Rushing to explore why communication and intentional relationship-building are foundational (not optional) f
Are you tired of feeling like your store is the "best kept secret" in town? In this bonus episode, Crystal Vilkaitis, dives deep into the "hellscape" of Meta Ads Manager to show you why Facebook and Instagram ads are the
Are you chasing trends or building a brand that feels like you? In this episode of Rooted in Retail, Crystal Vilkaitis chats with Tori Dahl, founder of The Dahl Farmhouse, about the power of staying true to your unique v
It’s the beginning of the year, and for independent retailers, knowing what consumers are buying is half the battle. In this episode of Rooted in Retail, Crystal Vilkaitis sits down with Anjarae Hamilton, Head of Retaile
AI is no longer just for big-box retailers with massive budgets. In this episode of Rooted in Retail, Crystal Vilkaitis sits down with AI entrepreneur RJ Talyor to unpack how small and independent retailers can realistic
In this episode of Rooted in Retail, host Crystal Vilkaitis kicks off 2026 by sharing a powerful, systems-based AI prompt designed to help retailers clarify their goals, build smarter systems, and create a realistic road
This is the final episode of Rooted in Retail 2025, where Crystal Vilkaitis, the Wolf of Main Street, reflects on the year and shares exactly what retailers should bring into 2026—and what to leave behind. From elevating
In this episode of Rooted in Retail, host Crystal Vilkaitis breaks down the Market Magic framework—seven must-have elements every independent retailer should check off to stay resilient, profitable, and top-of-mind in 20
How do you build a store customers love coming back to — not just for products, but for the feeling it gives them? Retailer and industry expert Ari Lowenstein, owner of Ari’s Pantry in Dallas, returns to the show to shar
Retail legend Matt Harris is back on Rooted in Retail — and this time, he’s revealing the sales framework he’s used for decades to land jobs, close high-ticket deals, and elevate customer experience. This is real sales t
Ready to make more money this holiday season? In this episode of Rooted in Retail, Crystal sits down with brand strategist and copy consultant Nicole Prince to break down exactly what retailers should be emailing, postin
What better way to kick off the holidays than learning from the master of Christmas cheer himself? In this special throwback episode, Santa Claus joins host Crystal Vilkaitis to share timeless tips for retailers on creat
How do you turn an angry or sad customer into a loyal one? In this solo episode, Crystal Vilkaitis explores the emotional side of retail—how optimism, playfulness, and genuine human connection can transform every interac
What makes a store truly stand out in today’s changing retail landscape? In this inspiring episode of Rooted in Retail, host Crystal Vilkaitis sits down with Jessica Barile, Head of Specialty Sales at DesignWorks Collect
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Rooted in Retail is hosted by Crystal Vilkaitis. The show is categorised under business (entrepreneurship) and has published 241 episodes.
Rooted in Retail has published 241 episodes.
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