Hello URA Member,


🌸Spring always brings a sense of renewal — flowers bloom, trees wake up, and everything starts fresh again.


Retail can feel the same way this time of year. After the busy winter season, spring is the perfect moment to refresh your store, reconnect with customers, and try something new.


At URA, we’re also embracing that spirit of renewal - bringing fresh ideas, stronger connections, and new opportunities to our independent retailers.


🎉 URA Turns 20 This Year!

We’re planning a special anniversary celebration at the 2026 Trade Show. The hotel block is now open — details below!


Jennifer Clegg

Executive Director

📞 (614) 721-0777

✉️ URA@UniformRetailers.org


🌱 Spring Reset: Small Store Changes That Work

March is a natural time for a quick store refresh as customers start thinking about warmer weather and new work routines.


Simple ideas that retailers are using this season:

• Move lighter-weight scrubs to the front of the store

• Highlight breathable fabrics and stretch materials

• Refresh front displays with bright or pastel scrub colors

• Create a small “Spring Favorites” feature table


Even small seasonal adjustments can make regular customers feel like there’s something new to discover.


💡 Retail Tip of the Month: Re-Introduce Your Store

Early spring is a great time to reconnect with your customer base.


Many retailers are seeing success with simple outreach like:

• A “New Arrivals for Spring” social media post

• Emailing customers when new colors or collections arrive

• Posting short try-on videos or product highlights


Retailers who actively remind customers they exist tend to see stronger foot traffic going into April.


🩺 Community Moment: 
 National Doctors’ Day — March 30

Doctors’ Day is a great opportunity to strengthen local relationships.


Retailers might consider:

• Dropping off coffee or snacks to a nearby clinic

• Offering a small in-store appreciation promotion

• Posting a social media thank-you to local providers

• Highlighting practical gift ideas for healthcare teams


Independent retailers thrive because of their connection to the healthcare community.


👟 Trend Watch: 
 Footwear Is Becoming a Bigger Decision

Footwear continues to grow as an important category for healthcare professionals.


Retailers report customers increasingly asking about:

• All-day comfort and cushioning

• Slip-resistant soles for safety

• Lightweight designs for long shifts

• Athletic-style work shoes


Many stores are finding success by displaying footwear alongside scrubs, helping customers visualize a complete work outfit.


📈 What Retailers Are Watching Right Now

Several product categories continue to gain momentum in uniform stores:


Growing demand for:

• Performance stretch scrubs

• Sustainable or recycled fabric collections

• Compression socks with style options

• Underscrub layers for temperature control


Healthcare professionals are increasingly choosing apparel that balances performance, comfort, and durability.


🎉 A Sneak Peek: URA’s 20th Anniversary Celebration

Plans are already underway for a very special milestone — the 20th Anniversary of the URA Trade Show. This year’s event will be more than just a conference; it will be a celebration of the incredible community of independent retailers and manufacturers that have supported URA over the past two decades.


We are excited to welcome retailers from across the country and around the world as we celebrate 20 years of connection, education, and growth together.


🏨 The hotel block is now open!

Secure your room early and stay right at the host property.

Reserve your room here:

https://associationdatabase.com/aws/URA/pt/sp/conference_hotel


We’ll be sharing the full agenda and some exciting special events soon, so keep an eye out for upcoming announcements.


We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with all of you!

Uniform Retailers Association

Phone: (866) 775-0080 or (614) 721-0777

Email: URA@UniformRetailers.org  www.UniformRetailers.org

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