MRA designates 99 state legislative candidates as Friends of Retail
This week MRA’s Legislative Committee designated 99 legislative candidates as Friends of Retail; 66 running for the Michigan House of Representative and 33 running for the Michigan Senate. These 99 candidates,
MRA applauds legislative action to curb Organized Retail Crime
Michigan Retailers Association applauds legislators for approving legislation and a budget that include steps to crack down on Organized Retail Crime.
The Michigan Senate unanimously approved the INFORM (Integrity Notification and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces) Act,
MRA reports retailers see rise in month-over-month sales in May
Retail sales increase for first month since February
Michigan Retailers Association today reports that May 2022 sales increase over April. Until May, sales in Michigan have decreased,
Over 133 years, Siegel Jewelers has become a Grand Rapids gem
By: Shandra Martinez
Jim and Joel Siegel understand that what their family has created over the past 133 years holds a special place in many hearts.
Making headway on Organized Retail Crime
Last month, the legislature took steps to crack down on Organized Retail Crime (ORC). The Michigan Senate unanimously passed bills sponsored by Sen. Roger Victory (R-Hudsonville) and Sen. Curtis Hertel (D-East Lansing) that would require online marketplaces verify and disclose the identity of high-volume third-party sellers.
Legally Speaking: Social Media Miscues
The effective use of social media as a marketing tool does not typically fall within the purview of the legal department at the Michigan Retailers Association. However, having sat in enough meetings with our extraordinarily capable marketing team,
Thinking of adopting a pet-friendly workplace policy? Here’s what you need to know:
MRA VP of Operations and General Counsel Tom Clement not only drafted the organization’s pet policy, but he’s testing it out with his dog. He explains what you need to know.
Willson’s Garden Center rooted in Petoskey for a century
Adam Willson once wanted to be a commercial pilot, but he realized that his family’s gardening business was a better fit for the lifestyle he wanted.
From the CEO: Treading the Inflationary Waters
It’s often said that history is the best indicator of future events. I, for one, hope there are some exceptions to the rule. As we wade deeper into the inflationary waters,
