Turning Excess Inventory into Cash Flow: Smart Strategies for Footwear Retailers with Melodie van der Baan

In this episode, Melodie van der Baan, co-founder of MaxRetail, dives deep into one of retail’s most persistent challenges: excess inventory.

Rather than starting with her background, Pete will immediately lead with a thought-provoking question to set the stage for a conversation packed with actionable insights.

Listeners will walk away with:
✅ A better understanding of how excess inventory impacts their business.
✅ Practical strategies to efficiently manage and liquidate stock.
✅ Clear insights into how platforms like MaxRetail can help streamline inventory challenges.

Learn more about Max Retail:
 Website: https://www.maxretail.com
Connect with Melodie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodie-van-der-baan/

Connect with Host Pete Mohr:
 Website: https://simplifyingentrepreneurship.com
Podcast: https://www.thefootwearretailer.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermohr/

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This episode of The Footwear Retailer is proudly sponsored by the National Shoe Retailers Association.

NSRA supports independent footwear retailers with tools, connections, education, and resources to help you run a stronger business. 

To learn more about the benefits of membership or to sign up, visit:
https://www.nsra.org/page/benefits

Pete Mohr is a longtime footwear retailer, business coach, and owner of two Shoetopia stores in Ontario, Canada, helping business owners build stronger companies that support a better life. 

To learn more about Pete's programs and coaching or to book a free initial chat about your business goals, visit:
https://pete-mohr.com/