ART + DESIGN
New ownership came with a new logo, a remodel of the existing space, computerized work orders and a digital point of sale system, which— when combined—improved the overall efficiency and increased their production capacity. “We added three full time staff, boosted annual sales by more than $200,000, modernized operations with a CRM system, new production equipment, innovative workflows, and early testing of AI tools to support the business,” said Nick. For the Blumers, it’s been rewarding to see the hard work put into the business be recognized externally. In his first year of ownership, Nick and his team were awarded the 2022- 2023 Small Retail Business of the Year through the Awards and Personalization Association (APA) .
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