Hello URA Member,

May is one of those months that reminds us why this industry matters.

We’re celebrating the nurses who keep our communities moving, kicking off the excitement around URA Awards, sharing scholarship opportunities with the next generation, and building momentum toward our 20th Annual Trade Show in Las Vegas.

It’s a lot—but it all comes back to one thing: independent uniform retailers matter.

You show up for healthcare workers every day. URA is here to show up for you.

Jennifer Clegg

Executive Director

📞 (614) 721-0777

✉️ URA@UniformRetailers.org

Retail Tip of the Month:
The 10-Second Add-On Trick

Before ringing up a sale, train your team to ask one simple follow-up:

👉 “What are you pairing this with?”

This works especially well with:

Scrubs → underscrubs, jackets
Shoes → compression socks
Gifts → badge reels, accessories

It’s natural, not pushy — and it helps customers complete the look or solve a problem they didn’t think about.

Why it works:

Customers don’t always know what they need — but you do.

💙 National Nurses Week: May 6–12, 2026

This is your moment. You’ve been planning, preparing, and getting ready to celebrate the nurses who walk through your doors every day.

Now it’s time to bring it to life — in your store, in your community, and across your social channels. However you choose to celebrate, make it meaningful, make it fun, and most importantly, make your nurses feel seen and appreciated.

Good luck — and enjoy the week!

🏆 URA Awards: Vote & Nominate

The URA 20th Annual Awards are a chance to recognize the manufacturers and retailers making a real impact in our industry.

Retailers have the opportunity to vote for manufacturer awards, and manufacturers can vote for or nominate retailers. Award winners will be recognized during the 20th Annual URA Trade Show in Las Vegas.