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Expertise
Most questions about trends in specialty retail, how customers are changing both in the US and Europe. Demographics for all countries as they relate to retail trends and issues. Store Operations, Buying and Merchandising.
Past/Present Clients
Microsoft, Harley-Davidson, Ritz-Carlton, Hummer, Ace Hardware, Coleman Spas, Aldo, Intel, Dell, Safeway, New Balance, IBM, Kodak, Bata International, Nortel Networks, Honey Baked Ham Co., Man Alive, Highsmith
B.S Chicago State University
M.S. Chicago State University
PhD (abd) Illinois Institute of Technology
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Debra | 01/27/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Mr. Dion, Thank you for your ..... |
| India | 01/26/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I was surprised to get such a ..... |
| Eric | 11/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dr Dion is very responsive (less than ..... |
| sem | 11/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| loren | 11/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Amazing! Mr Dion is clearly an expert ..... |
Recent Answers from James E. Dion
2010-01-26 reaching retailers:
Vivian, There are many 'markets' where bridal is sold to retailers, one is New York, another is Chicago, Dallas is also good as is Atlanta. You can google bridal markets and you will find them. Drop
2010-01-26 Liquidating at Wholesale cost:
India, No, you do not need a formal business structure to sell your furniture. Laws do vary from state to state on what you may owe in taxes on the original purchase which you made under the understanding
2010-01-20 Mark up:
Melanie, No, double cost or a 50% markup for manufacturers is not the norm. As the retailer would need to double the wholesale price it could lead to your product being priced too high. Normally a manufacturer
2010-01-09 Markup Heirarchy:
Jeremy, The markup structure depends on the item, it can vary wildly depending on the product. For example, lets say you are making a woman's sweater and the cost to you from the factory is $20, the first
2009-12-17 department:
Neo Kim Poh, The head of a department should be deeply involved with the selection of a trainee. As the department head is ultimately responsible for all that goes on in their department they also need
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