Independent College Bookstore Association

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $1M-$4M
2020-04-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-04-30 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the updates on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT.

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $4M-$7M
2020-04-01 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the updates on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 4 PM ET / 3 PM CT / 2 PM MT / 1 PM PT

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $7M-$10M
2020-04-02 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the updates on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT / 10 AM MT / 9 AM PT

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $10M-$20M
2020-04-02 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the updates on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales Over $20M
2020-04-02 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToMeeting

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Apparel/Gift Buyers, Total Store Sales Up to $4M
2020-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls on April 15 & 16. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
This call for Apparel/Gift Buyers at stores with total store sales up to $4M will take place on Wednesday, April 15 at 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT / 10 AM MT / 9 AM PT. ICBA Members received an email with a link to register, but you can also access this message on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Technology Buyers
2020-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls on April 15 & 16. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
This call for Technology Buyers will take place on Wednesday, April 15 at 2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT. ICBA Members received an email with a link to register, but you can also access this message on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Supply Buyers
2020-04-15 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls on April 15 & 16. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
This call for Supply Buyers will take place on Wednesday, April 15 at 4 PM ET / 3 PM CT / 2 PM MT / 1 PM PT. ICBA Members received an email with a link to register, but you can also access this message on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Course Materials Buyers, Total Store Sales Up to $4M
2020-04-16 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls on April 15 & 16. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
This call for Course Materials Buyers at stores with total store sales up to $4M will take place on Thursday, April 16 at 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT / 10 AM MT / 9 AM PT. ICBA Members received an email with a link to register, but you can also access this message on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Apparel/Gifts Buyers, Total Store Sales Over $4M
2020-04-16 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls on April 15 & 16. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
This call for Apparel/Gift Buyers at stores with total store sales over $4M will take place on Thursday, April 16 at 2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT. ICBA Members received an email with a link to register, but you can also access this message on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Course Materials Buyers, Total Store Sales Over $4M
2020-04-16 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls on April 15 & 16. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
This call for Course Materials Buyers at stores with total store sales over $4M will take place on Thursday, April 16 at 4 PM ET / 3 PM CT / 2 PM MT / 1 PM PT. ICBA Members received an email with a link to register, but you can also access this message on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Forging Ahead: Data-Driven Strategies to Navigate Uncertain Times
2020-04-23 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
ICBA Members: Join Verba | VitalSource for "Supporting Student Learning in Uncertain Times." The recent measures to slow the spread of COVID-19 have abruptly launched students and institutions into a remote learning environment, creating an urgency to review traditional course materials processes. Digital course materials and ecommerce solutions offer a quick solution to help campus stores navigate this challenging time. The Verba | VitalSource team will share tips and tools to help you quickly implement a digital strategy to ensure your business meets the needs of your campus community.
Members, log in to your Member Dashboard and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section for a link to register.

ICBA Spring Trend Chat Webinar: Supplies
2020-04-28 14:00 - 15:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing you Paula Haerr's popular Trend Chat session virtually! Normally presented at the Service Wholesale and Pens, Etc. shows, this session will be focused on the latest trends with supplies.
ICBA Members: To register, log in to your Member Dashboard and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section.

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales Over $20M
2020-04-29 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the Important Info & Reminders section on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT / 10 AM MT / 9 AM PT

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $10M-$20M
2020-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the Important Info & Reminders section on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $7M-$10M
2020-04-29 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the updates on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 4 PM ET / 3 PM CT / 2 PM MT / 1 PM PT.

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales $4M-$7M
2020-04-30 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToMeeting
We're holding a special series of networking calls to give ICBA store leadership a chance to connect and share how they are responding to the recent closures and move to online learning as a result of COVID-19. Calls are organized by store size. ICBA Members, log in and view the Important Info & Reminders section on your dashboard to register.
This call will begin at: 12 PM ET / 11 AM CT / 10 AM MT / 9 AM PT.

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales Up to $1M
2020-04-30 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToMeeting

Collegiate Gaming 2.0: Pathways to Engaging Gamers on Campus
2020-05-04 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
May the 4th be with you and all of us as we come together for our Collegiate Gaming 2.0: Pathways to Engaging Gamers on Campus webinar. Join ICBA, the AVGL (American Video Gaming League), and CDW for an update on eSports at both the collegiate and high school level. In this FREE webinar for ICBA Member Stores, you’ll learn about the competitive world of collegiate gaming, how eSport spectator events are being impacted by COVID-19, and how you can build long-term relationships with the gaming community on campus. Join us on “Star Wars Day” for this informative webinar!

Government & Legislative Update: What You Need To Know
2020-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
ICBA Members: Rich Hershman, NACS Vice President of Government Relations, will share his insights as to how recent and upcoming legislative initiatives may impact the higher ed market and college stores. The critical information that Rich shares will be incredibly valuable as you make long-term strategic decisions. A special thank you to Ed Schlichenmayer and NACS for being fully supportive of Rich sharing his expertise with ICBA Members!
Members, log in to your Member Dashboard and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section for a link to register.

ICBA Online Institute - Social Media & Email Marketing: Strategies for Success Year-Round & in Times of Uncertainty, Session 1
2020-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
ICBA Members, join us for our Spring 2020 Online Institute, a three-part webinar series! Read descriptions of all three sessions and get more info about ICBA Online Institutes here.
Session 1:
The Social Refresh | The Latest Tips & Tactics in an Ever-Changing Landscape
The social media landscape is a moving target. Just when you’ve mastered the algorithm and other ‘on trend’ tactics, something changes again. Now, in today’s world of social distancing, the challenge is even greater.
We are trying to stay present in our business all while learning new business models and changing technologies. In response to these times, new tools are coming out to help us, but we must learn those things as we are adapting to new ways of doing business.
In this webinar, we’ll cut through the hype to master the important tactics and best practices that will help you implement your social media strategy with success.

ICBA Online Institute - Social Media & Email Marketing: Strategies for Success Year-Round & in Times of Uncertainty, Session 2
2020-05-20 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
ICBA Members, join us for our Spring 2020 Online Institute, a three-part webinar series! Read descriptions of all three sessions and get more info about ICBA Online Institutes here.
Session 2:
Email Marketing that Creates Engagement: Connection, Community, and Revenue
Your store is so much more than a place to grab and go. As students look for ways to stay engaged and connected to their schools, your team has the opportunity to lead with heart, keep the school spirit alive and encourage sales throughout the whole school year. Marie Hale, sales and marketing leader from @revenue, is going to walk you through the transformations that are needed for your current email marketing program.
What you will take away:

How to speak to your customer's pain and fears in a responsible way
What calls to action and offers are engaging right now
What can we expect in the future and how can you recognize pivot points in your messaging

ICBA Online Institute - Social Media & Email Marketing: Strategies for Success Year-Round & in Times of Uncertainty, Session 3
2020-05-27 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
ICBA Members, join us for our Spring 2020 Online Institute, a three-part webinar series! Read descriptions of all three sessions and get more info about ICBA Online Institutes here.
Session 3:
Metrics that Matter - Determining Success in Social Media & Email Marketing
Likes, follows, clicks, shares, reactions; what do they all mean? Unless you’re looking at the right social stats and using them wisely, they don’t mean much.
Used wisely, your metrics become powerful tools that boost your bottom line. If you don’t dig deeper and leverage those numbers, you’re leaving money on the table.
This session delivers insights necessary to deepen your understanding of the numbers that drive social media and email marketing success. We'll also review the consideration of current times, which are causing businesses to see a greater decline in reach and traffic and a lot of competition in the newsfeed.
We'll discuss what this means in the context of benchmarks and potential advertising budgets.
Takeaways:

What to look for depending on your phase of strategy (brand awareness, community & loyalty, and conversion).
A glossary of terms because each channel may look at things differently.
A template you can use to simplify your data gathering and analysis.

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Supplies
2020-06-16 11:00 - 14:00, 2020-06-17 11:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar
We're bringing together buyers from ICBA Member Stores for a series of “open-forum” conference calls the week of June 15. The purpose of these calls is to provide a forum for buyers to share the strategies and tactics they're using to maintain operations, adapt to the current environment, and serve customers and stakeholders.
ICBA Members received an email with a link to register for these sessions, but you can also access registration details on your Member Dashboard. Log in here and check the "Important Info & Reminders" section. Please note that due to the popularity of these calls, some product categories have multiple time slots available. Select the time that works best for you. If all sessions are full, please email us at Office@ICBAinc.com.
While ICBA will be coordinating and facilitating the calls, ICBA Members will drive the discussions—these calls are about you! Each institution and store is unique, but there are clearly common challenges due to COVID-19 that all ICBA Members are currently facing. Don’t go it alone, let your independent store colleagues help you and, in turn, you will be helping them!

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Apparel/Gifts
2020-06-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-06-17 13:00 - 14:00 | GoToWebinar

Buyer2Buyer Networking Call: Course Materials
2020-06-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2020-06-17 15:00 - 16:00 | GoToWebinar
