We want to highlight two DSC vendors, Define and Centon, this month and encourage you to get to know them! Continue reading
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Famous Female Educators
This month, we wanted to highlight female trailblazers in the education space and showcase some of their incredible accomplishments. Read more below! Continue reading
Female Authors to Check Out
In honor of Women’s History Month, we put together a list of female authors of fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs. Check them out for some new reading material! Continue reading
ICBA Recap
ICBA, or the Independent College Bookstore Association, had their annual conference in Denver earlier last month, which included speakers on professional development, high-impact networking events, and programs built to create more success for independent college bookstores. DSC had a great time meeting attendees and building connections during this week. Continue reading
CES 2024 Recap
CES® is the most powerful tech event in the world — the proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This is where brands get business done, meet new partners and where the industry’s sharpest minds take the stage to unveil their latest releases and boldest breakthroughs. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, CES is the only trade show that showcases the entire tech landscape at one event. Here are some new tech announced at the January 2024 show. Continue reading
Black History Month: POC Authors to Check Out This Year
Happy Black History Month! Here are some books from black authors coming out this year that you should check out. Continue reading
Happy Valentines Day – here’s some things we LOVE
This Valentine’s Day, we want to share some NEW products at The Douglas Stewart Company that we are in love with (and think you will be too!). Continue reading
Promoting DEI in Your Store: 8 Tips for Store Owners
Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as a college store owner is not only a responsible business practice but also contributes to a positive and inclusive environment. Here are 8 tips to help you promote DEI in your store: Continue reading
DSC Facts: Retail Resources You Should Check Out
We at the Douglas Stewart Company create many retail publications a year that are made to make our college stores’ owners’ lives easier. Each publication is full of information and products we think would be perfect for each need, from back-to-school shopping to technology restocks. Explore our many publications below! Continue reading
What is Visual Merchandising and Why is it Important?
Visual merchandising is a powerful tool when done right. By combining marketing principles, retail merchandising knowledge, and creative delivery, retailers can effectively leverage the space and layout of their store to present their inventory in an eye-catching way that turns browsers into buyers. Continue reading