Featured Events
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
The Retail Authority: Mentoring Roundtable Series—Session 30
What They Said
"As a new business owner, having access to knowledgeable individuals with years of experience in the areas in which I am beginning to venture is a tremendous asset. Having the ability to ask those individuals questions specific to the challenges I face in business proves very helpful in helping me run The Cultural Village efficiently. I believe that every business person should have a mentor, I am glad that I have wonderful new contacts from the RMA Mentoring Program!"
Taliah Muhammad, Owner,
The Cultural Village
"The mentoring was so helpful and informative for the Byrd Theatre. We also made a connection with JoMoCo Studio at the mentoring session for brass plates for the replacement Byrd Theatre seats. The association always provides member companies with valuable programs like the mentoring at no cost. Thanks to all the Board mentors for the month that I attended. Every RMA member should attend this session at least once a year."
Jim Gordon, President,
The Byrd Theatre Foundation
One of RMA’s Most Popular Benefits—Face to face, question to answer, with RMA Board members—and there is no charge!
RMA Members only! Limited to first 15 participants!!
Based on the success of roundable after roundtable . . . the Retail Authority Mentoring Series continues! The Retail Authority normally meets 8:00–10:00 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Retail Merchants Association office. Please join us.
- Each roundtable is limited to the first 15 registered attendees.
- Attendees will be invited to submit that one ‘burning’ business question or a statement of what they expect to get out of the session.
- Each session will address a majority of the questions.
- There will be time for additional questions, answers and general conversation.
- Only one representative from a company at each session.
- Because of the popularity of this program, if you have been once, please refrain from signing up again in 2012.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
8:00–10:00 a.m.
Location: Retail Merchants Association
5101 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 662-5500
Directions >>
Contact: If you have questions, please contact Julie Hill (804) 662-5500 or jchill@retailmerchants.com
Other Upcoming Mentoring Roundtables
- March 6, 2012
- April 3, 2012
- May 1, 2012
- June 5, 2012
- August 9, 2012
- September 13, 2012
- October 2, 2012
- November 6, 2012
Got a Miller & Rhoads story? Tell us about it by posting it to the RMA Facebook Page! Videos accepted!
Sponsors
Thursday, February 23
Connect@ Hilton Garden Inn, Richmond Downtown
Take a break from work to network with your RMA friends and reminisce of your shopping and holiday experiences at the legendary Miller & Rhoads downtown location. Plan to play a Miller & Rhoads trivia game and learn about the Hilton Garden Inn’s available retail space, meeting/event ballrooms, and residences. For more information, please visit the Hilton Garden Inn's website. Or be their fan on Facebook!
Virginia Senators, Delegates and their Aides are being invited to this event, courtesy of the Virginia Retail Federation.
Thursday, February 23
5:00–6:30 p.m. or whenever!
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Richmond Downtown
Located in the Historic Miller & Rhoads Building
Event will be located in the Miller & Rhoads Ballroom
501 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Directions >>
Cost: $15—includes one drink ticket and hors d’oeuvres
Parking: On the street or in lot; details to come (parking is not included in ticket price)
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Member Power Hour
A Networking Morning for Members
and Prospective Members
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Join us for coffee, nibbles, conversation, introductions and an overview of RMA
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Find out about Think. Shop. Buy. Local® – and what it can mean for your biz
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Learn how your RMA membership can benefit your business & save money
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Let others know about you and your business
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Just by coming, you could go home with a cool prize!
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See how to take full advantage of other RMA benefits & services
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Bring plenty of business cards to network with your fellow guests
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There is no cost to attend, but reservations are necessary
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Please attend, and feel free to bring a friend, customer, client, or associate!
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Who’s there? New members, existing members who want a ‘refresher,’ business people researching the best organization to help them meet their goals.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
8:15–9:30 a.m.
Location: Retail Merchants Association
Henrico Room
5101 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 662-5500
Directions >>
Cost: There is no cost to attend, but reservations are necessary
Other Upcoming Power Hours
- September 18, 2012
- October 30, 2012
Friday, November 2, 2012
Economic Forecast Panel Breakfast: "Caution: Economics Ahead . . ."
What You Need to Know Now for Your Business Tomorrow
How many times can we say “the more you know & understand, the better you will be prepared to face current and upcoming economic challenges?” That’s why we’ve gathered four highly regarded experts—to speak to you honestly and directly about what our shared future holds. They will offer insight to help you formulate your strategy going forward. Hear the most up-to-date information to help you make the most of the rest of this year, with a hint of what to expect for 2013. Whatever your business, come listen, learn, network with….
Check out photos from
the 2011 Economic
Forecast Breakfast
Panel Moderator Ken Gassman, Luxury Goods Analyst, has been a retail analyst for over 35 years. In the 1980s, he was Senior Retailing Analyst at Wheat First Securities, and in the 1990s, he was Sr. VP and Retail Analyst at Davenport & Company. He worked with national U.S. retailers including Wal-Mart, Lowe’s Companies, Circuit City, and others. In addition, he has worked closely with companies in the jewelry industry. Ken focuses his research and analysis exclusively on the global jewelry and diamond industry, particularly at the consumer level. Ken has been quoted in major publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Business Week, the New York Times and the Washington Post.
Panelist Alan Gayle is Senior Investment Strategist, Director and Portfolio Manager at RidgeWorth Investments, He leads RidgeWorth’s Asset Allocation Committee, convenes the senior management Investment Policy Group, and is responsible for developing and communicating the investment outlook, strategy, and asset allocation. He is portfolio manager for RidgeWorth’s Allocation Strategies which received a Lipper Award. Alan has been with the RidgeWorth and/or its parent organization for over 30 years. He has testified before Congress and is regularly quoted in the financial press, radio and TV as well as a frequent guest on CNBC and Bloomberg.
Check out photos from
the 2011 Economic
Forecast Breakfast
Panelist Ann Battle Macheras joined the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond as VP of the Regional division of the Research Dept. in February 2009. Ann oversees a staff engaged in research and analysis of regional economic conditions, and advises internal Bank leadership in this area as well. She supports regional outreach efforts to share economic analyses and insights across the Fifth Federal Reserve District, which includes NC, SC, VA, WVA, MD, and DC. Prior to joining the Federal Reserve Bank, Ann served as Sr. Economist for the VA Economic Development Partnership, managing the economic research group in analyzing regional economic trends. She also served as Sr. Economist for Chmura Economics & Analytics consulting firm.
Panelist R. Scott Shaheen has been the VP/Regional Manager at Long and Foster since 2004 and served as past President of the Richmond Association of Realtors as well as affiliation with the Virginia Association of Realtors. His extensive knowledge of the real estate industry and hands-on experience at every level has earned him several industry awards and a prominent place in his industry.
Puritan Cleaners will be there collecting coats for kids so be sure to bring any coats that you’d like to donate.
Friday, November 2, 2012
7:45–9:15 a.m.
Location: The Westin Richmond
6631 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
804-282-8444
Directions >>
Cost: Members, $30; Non-members, $35
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To register for any Association programs or for more information, please register online or contact us at 804-662-5500 or send an email to: registration@retailmerchants.com
