10:00 a.m. MST

AI and The Quilting Industry

Receiving Orders / Marketing / Quilt Pattern generation

 

Description: AI is more than just a hot topic! Many quilt retailers are leveraging AI to simplify operations and quickly get the skills and manpower they need.

Hear from our AI Expert, Eric Thornton on how Like Sew is leveraging AI to supercharge thousands of quilters, as well as some practical areas you should be looking into at your store.

Hosted by: Eric Thornton from Like Sew

11:00 a.m. MST

Customer Engagement and Loyalty

Consideration of industry trends, including Joann’s store closures 

 

Description: With the recent closure of JoAnn Fabrics, it’s more important than ever for quilt stores to serve their communities and local sew and quilt enthusiasts. Hear the owner of Hen & Chicks Studio and Retreat Center, Heidi Kaisand discuss how she’s leaning into customer engagement and loyalty to create strong relationships, boost return shoppers, and maximize the latest trends in the industry.

Hosted by: Heidi Kaisand from Hen & Chicks Studio and Retreat Center

12:00 p.m. MST

Tips & Tricks for hosting classes

How to set up classes, courses, workshops and how to market

Description:  Tired of sparse class attendance? Learn from a panel of experts on how you can fill seats for your classes, retreats, and workshops. Learn how to promote effectively and connect with your community using channels your local quilters love.

Expert Panel Discussion

1:00 p.m. MST

The Features Top Quilt Stores are Using

Description: Curious how the best quilt stores are making it all work? We’ll share the top features our most successful retailers are leveraging and show you exactly how to use them at your business!

Hosted by: Spencer Wright & Andy Wheeler from Like Sew