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We Help Retail Stores Thrive in a Digital World
Retail Smart Guys is your strategic partner for modern retail success. We personalize our approach to your business, that will help you streamline operations, boost visibility, and grow confidently in today’s competitive space. You finally have someone you can openly talk to about your business, who care about you.

Meet the Experts Behind Our Success

Dan Jablons
Retail veteran with experience at Walmart, Target, and more.
Dan Jablons worked in retail while attending the Ohio State University. He has worked with retailers such as Walmart, Target, JC Penney, American Apparel, Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan, Jimmy Choo, Charles David, Diesel, Oakley, Tumi, Hollywood Bowl, and many others.
He has worked for a clothing manufacturer where he piloted vendor-managed inventory programs, a leading point-of-sale provider (where he installed systems and provided merchandising help to retailers large and small), and in internet marketing (where he helped retailers establish a presence on the web).

Audrey Watson
Helping retailers for over 15 years with tech and planning tools.
Audrey Watson has been in the business of helping retailers for more than 15 years. Originally from New York, Audrey began her career helping single store and small chains learn how to manage their businesses better by using technology.
As time went on and technology improved, Audrey began to install, train, and consult with more and more retailers, including giants such as American Apparel, Charles David (Guess Shoes), Fendi, and the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Upon learning about Management One’s powerful planning tools and their credos, Audrey immediately seized the opportunity to join Management One so she could continue helping retailers to effect positive change in their business.

Dave Leib
Retail owner turned expert advisor in inventory planning.
Dave Leib has been in retail for more than 15 years as an owner-operator of Siany (www.siany.com), a very successful chain of women’s accessory stores.
For the past eight years, his stores have used the same planning tools that we offer. After seeing how powerful this tool truly was, he was compelled to share his experience, knowledge, and insights with other retailers.
He has lived the true day-to-day experience of a retailer and really understands a retailer’s concerns. David is looking for retailers who have a passion for their business and a desire to grow and generate more cash.

Jay Shore
Sales leader with 30+ years in retail solutions.
Jay Shore has over 30 years of experience in sales. Jay began their career in 1990 as a Sales Consultant at Tri-West Marketing. In 1993, they started working at One Step Retail Solutions as a Sales Consultant. Jay then moved to ONE STEP RETAIL in the same year, where they served as a Senior Sales Consultant.
Jay Shore attended Pierce College, where they studied Business Administration.

Russ Spier
Retail veteran with 30+ years in operations, analytics, and POS deployment.
Russ Spier attended the University of Minnesota and has been involved in the retail industry for over 30 years.
His experience includes retail operations, project management, POS deployments, store setups, inventory control, and data analytics.
He has worked with retail companies ranging from mom-and-pop stores to Fortune 500 companies, including multiple NFL Super Bowls. At Retail Smart Guys, he uses his vast experience to assist retailers across all verticals to stabilize and grow their businesses while increasing cash flow and efficiencies.
Russ is looking for retailers that are ready to take their businesses to the next level and succeed over the long haul.

Jim Malone
Retail expert with 30+ years of experience in buying, planning, and inventory management.
Jim Malone is a merchandise management executive with over 30 years of hands-on experience as a buyer for a major department store.
He also owned his own store and has expertise in planning, supply chain management, and basic stock replenishment.
Jim is now a successful retail management advisor focused on helping retailers with sales and inventory forecasting to achieve maximum cash flow.

Rob Buffo
Retail consultant with 32+ years helping businesses optimize inventory and profitability.
With over 32 years of hands-on retail experience, I specialize in helping businesses optimize their inventory and boost profitability. From national chains to independent shops, I’ve worked across a wide range of retail environments, mastering all areas of store operations. For over 10 years, I’ve served as a Retail Consultant, with 7 years focused on open-to-buy planning and sales forecasting. As a Senior Planner, I bring a practical, data-driven approach and an outside perspective to help clients achieve their goals.

Diana Evangelista
Empowering entrepreneurs and streamlining virtual operations.
For over 18 years, Diana Evangelista has been a beacon for entrepreneurs navigating the world of remote business. She is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs by providing guidance in navigating the complexities of remote business setup.
Her strengths include recruiting top-tier talent, building cohesive teams, and streamlining administrative processes while ensuring efficient daily operations.
Her background in outsourcing and customer support drives her dedication to providing exceptional virtual services.
With a passion for service, she creates job opportunities for Filipinos and delivers exceptional virtual support to businesses globally.