Retail associations and organizations intended to advocate for, or advance the retail industries, are listed in this category.
Regular Websites
American Booksellers Association
Represents an industry group for those who sell books in the United States. The site's most useful feature is the "Find a Local Independent Bookstore," that helps you find a small book business in your community. The site also has forums where book sellers can share ideas. - American Booksellers Association
http://www.bookweb.org
Association for Christian Retail
CBA is a membership association of Christian retailers, primarily owners of Christian bookstores throughout the United States. Its site offers membership details, resources, and schedules of shows and events. - Association for Christian Retail
http://www.cbaonline.org/
Mystery Shopping Providers Association (MSPA)
Trade organization for retailers and other businesses who employ mystery shoppers exhibits information about the association, careers, upcoming events, and how to avoid scams and fraud. - Mystery Shopping Providers Association (MSPA)
http://www.mysteryshop.org
The NRF is a retail trade association made up of all retail formats and channels of distribution, charged with advancing and protecting the interests of the retail industry and to help retailers achieve excellence in all areas of their business. Its site offers industry information, news and reports. - National Retail Federation
http://www.nrf.com/