10 Merchandising Strategies for the Retailer Who Hates Merchandising

Not every retailer loves visual merchandising…and that’s okay. But even if designing displays or planning store layouts isn’t your passion, it’s still critical to sales success. In this engaging and relatable session, Nicole Leinbach Hoffman breaks down ten approachable merchandising strategies that make a big impact without requiring a big creative streak (or a big budget).

This session is designed for busy store owners, managers, and retail professionals who want their spaces to sell more without spending endless hours tweaking displays. Attendees will walk away with simplified, realistic approaches that keep product presentation fresh, purposeful, and profitable.

Participants can expect to explore ideas such as:

• “Done-for-you” display formulas that make merchandising faster and more consistent—no artistic skills required.

• Customer-first layouts that guide traffic flow naturally and encourage higher purchase frequency.

• Easy seasonal refresh strategies to keep your store looking current without starting from scratch each time.

Full of humor, honesty, and practical inspiration, this session helps every retailer—yes, even the merchandising-averse—feel confident about turning their store space into a silent salesperson that drives results.