NCRMA (North Carolina Retail Merchants Association)

08/14/2026

Trust in business owners to build and operate stores for their local neighborhoods!

Thanks to Tim Boyum for talking to NCRMA President Andy Ellen about issues with a proposed toll road operator-subsidized grocery store in Charlotte.

We're always glad to talk about the realities of being a retailer in our state and make sure North Carolinians have the facts about what it takes to run a business that's invested in its community.

Spectrum News 1 North Carolina

08/12/2026

We're proud to be partnering in this work to empower North Carolina's retailers and their customers against fraud!

Through our members' diligence and with these tools from the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts, they help keep shoppers informed of schemes that fraudulently mimic the state court system and could harm the customers they serve.

Find resources on the Justice for All | Access for You campaign page here: https://www.nccourts.gov/about/justice-for-all-access-for-you

The North Carolina Judicial Branch and North Carolina Retail Merchants Association are teaming up to help consumers identify fraudulent court-payment demands and avoid sending funds to scammers. Read more about the awareness campaign and available fraud-prevention materials here: https://buff.ly/Ak88iJ9

08/12/2026

08/03/2026

Congratulations to NCRMA member B & W Hardware, Co. on being recognized by MarketBeat as the 49th Best Locally Owned BBQ Supply Store in the U.S.!

This national recognition is a testament to their commitment to exceptional customer service, quality products, and supporting their local community. We're proud to have B&W Hardware as an NCRMA member and congratulate the entire team on this well-deserved honor!

Discover the 135 best locally owned BBQ supply stores in America, ranked from a survey of 3,009 consumers, plus insights into grilling trends and BBQ spending.

06/24/2026

Let's Congratulate another scholarship winner, Emma Torres with Walgreens! Emma will be going to UNC Chapel Hill next fall to study biology. She is pre-med and hopes to become a dermatologist. Her manager, Eric, is a huge fan and said she is 100% deserving of this scholarship. Nicely Done Emma!

06/22/2026

Congratulations to Alexis Beckelhimer of Wilkesboro on being awarded one of our eleven retail scholarships! Alexis works at Fruit of the Vine Boutique and plans to attend Wake Forest University this fall. Well done Alexis!

06/04/2026

It is time for North Carolina to meet consumers where they are and allow retailers to sell low-alcohol premixed cocktails like 32 other states. These beverages have less alcohol than many items already on retailers’ shelves but because these beverages are spirit based they must be sold at ABC stores.

https://www.carolinajournal.com/opinion/time-to-change-ncs-outdated-ready-to-drink-cocktail-laws/

NC law should not force consumers toward malt-based alternatives simply because those products fit more neatly into older regulatory categories.

05/15/2026

Let’s talk retail.

The North Carolina Retail Merchants Association (NCRMA) is hiring a Director of Communications - and this is not just any comms role.

Retail is one of the most dynamic, fast-moving, and community-rooted industries in North Carolina. From independent Main Street storefronts to national brands with a major footprint in our state, our members are shaping how North Carolinians live, work, and connect every day.

This role sits at the center of it all.

We’re looking for someone who can tell that story - clearly, creatively, and strategically. Someone who can translate advocacy into impact, elevate member voices, build a cohesive brand, and help us show up consistently for our members, prospective members, and the public.

If you’re a communications professional who:
· Loves storytelling and strategy
· Is energized by advocacy and public policy
· And genuinely believes in the power and impact of the retail industry

…we’d love to talk.

📍 Raleigh, NC - In office
📄 Full job description:https://cdn.ymaws.com/ncrma.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/docs/ncrma_director_of_communicat.pdf
📅 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a priority deadline of May 22
📧 To apply, please send a resume and brief cover letter to [email protected]

05/14/2026

This National Police Week, Carolinas Organized Retail Crime Alliance - CORCA and NCRMA proudly recognize and thank the dedicated men and women in law enforcement who work every day to protect our communities and businesses.

Your partnership, sacrifice, and commitment to public safety make a lasting impact, and we are grateful for all you do to support retailers, families, and communities across North Carolina.

Thank you from all of us at CORCA and NCRMA for your service and continued partnership!

05/05/2026

Let’s talk retail.

The North Carolina Retail Merchants Association (NCRMA) is hiring a Director of Communications - and this is not just any comms role.

Retail is one of the most dynamic, fast-moving, and community-rooted industries in North Carolina. From independent Main Street storefronts to national brands with a major footprint in our state, our members are shaping how North Carolinians live, work, and connect every day.

This role sits at the center of it all.

We’re looking for someone who can tell that story - clearly, creatively, and strategically. Someone who can translate advocacy into impact, elevate member voices, build a cohesive brand, and help us show up consistently for our members, prospective members, and the public.

If you’re a communications professional who:
· Loves storytelling and strategy
· Is energized by advocacy and public policy
· And genuinely believes in the power and impact of the retail industry

…we’d love to talk.

📍 Raleigh, NC
📄 Full job description:https://cdn.ymaws.com/ncrma.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/docs/ncrma_director_of_communicat.pdf
📅 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a priority deadline of May 17
📧 To apply, please send a resume and brief cover letter to [email protected]