Michigan Retailers

The April/May 2026 issue of the Michigan Retailer magazine is now available! Read online: hubs.ly/Q049vgXH0

Retailers May Have Opportunity to Recover Tariff Costs hubs.ly/Q049vPrg0

It's time to complete the Michigan Retail Index survey and provide your sales data from March Take the survey: hubs.ly/Q049tXQ40

Today is the last day to complete an application for our annual scholarship program. Submit your app before the midnight deadline! Login: hubs.ly/Q049jkbT0

Your Capitol Day RSVP includes the Legislative Reception, our evening conclusion of the day, with a delicious spread of hors d'oeuvres, deserts, and cocktails prepared by the grocer industry. Advocate on behalf of your business and save your spot: hubs.ly/Q04957HL0

The Michigan Retailers scholarship applications deadline is days away – but there's still time to start an application and submit before the end of the day on April 1. Don't miss your chance at a $3,500 award! Learn more about eligibility and apply at hubs.ly/Q048WQDV0.

There's still time to RSVP for Capitol Day on April 22! Join us in downtown Lansing for a member-exclusive opportunity to help shape retail policy, discuss key issues, share your story, and network with Michigan’s top policymakers. Learn more and RSVP: hubs.ly/Q048Fb4t0

Time is running out to apply for one of 15 academic scholarships, each worth $3,500! Learn more and start an application: hubs.ly/Q040Xrr90

Retailers remain optimistic about the spring sales season despite the Michigan Retail Index indicating a third month of declining sales. Read the press release: hubs.ly/Q047jlkS0

Michigan Retail Index Finds Declining Sales for Third Consecutive Month hubs.ly/Q047jsLc0

Happening Today - Statewide Voluntary Tornado Drill at 1 p.m. 🌪️ Use this drill as a run-through for your staff and customers. Pay attention to what worked well, and what issues arise and then implement strategies to correct them. #severeweatherawarenessweek

Last chance to add your February retail sales data to the Michigan Retail Index survey. How did your sales perform? hubs.ly/Q046MCT40

Join fellow MI-based retailers, multi-state and national brands, and members of MRA boards of directors as we meet with local legislators on April 22 to discuss retail's top issues and what's impacting your business at a state level in 2026. RSVP: hubs.ly/Q046MRp30

A new Michigan Retailers Association member survey shows nearly 75% of retailers report a negative impact from tariffs since April 2025, and 56% say uncertainty around tariffs is also affecting their business. Take a loot at the surveys results: hubs.ly/Q046ChtH0

Michigan Retailers Report Tariffs and Uncertainty of Tariffs Affect Business hubs.ly/Q046lRHY0

Attention business owners: How did your February sales perform? 📊 Take the Michigan Retail Index survey and help paint a clearer picture of the industry: hubs.ly/Q045BLmr0

Join fellow Michigan-based retailers, multi-state and national brands, members of MRA boards of directors, and staff as we meet with legislators on April 22 to discuss retail's top legislative issues and what's impacting your business. Reserve your spot: hubs.ly/Q045qfrZ0

Happy 10-year workiversary to Mari Aguilar! 🎉 Mari is a joy to work with each and every day and we're so thankful for her dedication to our members over the last decade. Congratulations, Mari! 👏

Only 1 month to go for a chance at a $3,500 award! Those eligible: HS seniors, college freshmen, sophomores, & juniors who are: Dependent children of owners or full-time employees of MRA members or part-time employees of MRA members & full-time students hubs.ly/Q040XlXd0

Join MRA's Burke Sage and Vic Veda on March 25 in downtown Holland and learn how to make it easier for customers to support your business. Register to attend: hubs.ly/Q0452PkG0