Michigan Retailers Association

Michigan Retailers Association Contact MRA: 800.366.3699 | [email protected] Michigan Retailers is the nation’s largest state retail association.

The Michigan Retailers Association is the unified voice of Michigan’s retail industry and a trusted resource for all types of businesses. Retailers provide more than 870,000 jobs to Michigan workers and are responsible for 20 percent of Michigan’s total economic activity. We serve as a valuable and trusted business resource for 5,000 member businesses and their more than 15,000 stores and websites

across the state. Through its expanding national network of credit card processing referral partners, Michigan Retailers serves businesses of all types in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Membership services range from legislative advocacy and expert credit card processing to business insurances, discount programs and college scholarships. Michigan Retailers also established and operates the popular Buy Nearby campaign, which encourages all consumers to shop at retail businesses in the state to strengthen local communities and Michigan’s economy. MRA’s affiliated corporate entities are: Michigan Retailers Services, Inc.; Retailers Insurance Company; Michigan Retailers Foundation; and Michigan Retailers Association Political Action Committee.

🛍️ Attention Small Business Owners and Retailers:Please submit the Michigan Retail Index survey and include your May sal...
06/01/2026

🛍️ Attention Small Business Owners and Retailers:

Please submit the Michigan Retail Index survey and include your May sales data. Your input helps paint a clearer picture of the status of retail in Michigan.

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Let us remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸
05/25/2026

Let us remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Introducing a new way to save on shipping with your MRA benefits 🚚MRA members now have access to industry-leading parcel...
05/22/2026

Introducing a new way to save on shipping with your MRA benefits 🚚

MRA members now have access to industry-leading parcel rates through our trusted logistics provider, PartnerShip, with shippers typically reducing their costs by an average of 20%.

Start with a quick rate comparison to see your current pricing side-by-side with the discounted rates. The pricing you receive is customized to your needs, ensuring it beats your current rates. You'll also gain access to the PartnerShip shipping platform where you can create labels and see your full costs upfront anytime you ship. https://hubs.ly/Q04hytpq0

05/22/2026
While the April 2026 Michigan Retail Index dipped to 43.7, survey respondents reported they'll be ramping up hiring and ...
05/21/2026

While the April 2026 Michigan Retail Index dipped to 43.7, survey respondents reported they'll be ramping up hiring and planning more promotions and deals in the months ahead.

Read the release:

Michigan's retail sales continue to decline in 2026. Despite challenges, hiring and promotional optimism rise as summer approaches.

Register for the Michigan Downtowns' Summer Workshop in Downtown South Haven on June 3-4.Michigan Retailers Association ...
05/20/2026

Register for the Michigan Downtowns' Summer Workshop in Downtown South Haven on June 3-4.

Michigan Retailers Association VP, Communications will be presenting on how to start "Preparing Retailers for the Holidays (in June)."

Now is the time to get prepared and plan a successful holiday shopping season!

Register: https://www.memberleap.com/members/evr/regmenu.php?orgcode=MDTA&fbclid=IwY2xjawR65W9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJhQ3JUYWVxMmVVbXBJNkN6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjNsbLx4PrOi4T3_yzAacUb0SlFkH7pr22trb9SswpRbG8iQojg_Kn-259eS_aem_TACYrf3IwRbt_SbhQtqevA

Summer Workshop in Downtown South Haven, June 3-4
Workshop Session Highlight

Preparing Retailers for the Holidays (in June)
The holiday season will be here before we know it. The summer months are the best time to get retailers in the mindset of preparing for the holiday season. Learn easy ways to support retailers now and set them up for a successful Q4. We’ll cover the role of eCommerce in downtown businesses, loyalty programs, ways to maximize foot traffic in the holiday season, and the newest Buy Nearby program resources Michigan Retailers Association has for you and your businesses this year. Buy Nearby Register today at https://www.memberleap.com/members/evr/regmenu.php?orgcode=MDTA

How did your April retail sales perform?Submit your anonymous data and help shape the Michigan Retail Index:
05/17/2026

How did your April retail sales perform?

Submit your anonymous data and help shape the Michigan Retail Index:

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

Join us in celebrating Dora as she marks 25 years at MRA! 🎉If you've ever called our office, chances are you've spoken t...
05/14/2026

Join us in celebrating Dora as she marks 25 years at MRA! 🎉

If you've ever called our office, chances are you've spoken to her and she's directed you to who you need to contact. We're so blessed to have her on board. 😊

Congratulations, Dora! 👏

05/12/2026

Open Enrollment for Dental 🦷 and Vision 👁️ Happening Now

The Open Enrollment period for Retailers Insurance Company Dental and VSP-Vision started May 1 and runs through June 15 with an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Eligible employees and dependents have the opportunity to enroll for coverage during this time. To learn more, please contact our office at 📞 800.366.3699, ext. 658.

Our credit card processing program has the product you need for your business' size and scale. MRA members save an avera...
05/09/2026

Our credit card processing program has the product you need for your business' size and scale. MRA members save an average of 36% on processing fees. Explore our suite of solutions and start saving today!

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Address

603 S Washington Avenue
Lansing, MI
48933

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15173725656

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