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June 21, 2022 I From the Top

From the Top: Larry Morton, Hal Leonard CEO

How do you start your day? I’m an early riser, and I like to exercise first thing, because, if I don’t get it done early, it’s not going to happen. I’m…

May 27, 2022 I Convention

A Show for the Ages

It’s hard to believe, but it’s been two-and-a-half years since the musical instrument industry gathered at a winter NAMM Show. Last year’s Summer NAMM was…

May 17, 2022 I Cover Story, Feature

Selling Smart

In 2016, Frank Pampenella was ready to slow down. A self-proclaimed planner, he knew he didn’t have a succession plan for his B&O dealership PM Music…

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August 29, 2022 I by Mark Anzelc

Combating Inflation

Housing prices are up. Gas prices are up. Grocery bills are up. It’s no surprise that these days, customers are finding themselves with most of their money…

Housing prices are up. Gas prices are up. Grocery bills are up. It’s no surprise that these days, customers are finding themselves with most of their money…

July 25, 2022 I by Drew Holmes

How I Pivoted, Part 2

On a Wednesday morning in early January 2021, I was at The Mayor of Old Town, a popular beer bar in Fort Collins, Colorado, the same town where I run my…

On a Wednesday morning in early January 2021, I was at The Mayor of Old Town, a popular beer bar in Fort Collins, Colorado, the same town where I run my…

July 25, 2022 I by Gennifer Dusold

Overcome Imposter Syndrome

If you are anything like me, you have a slight sense of imposter syndrome. You may feel like you're not the right fit for the job, even when the work you’re…

If you are anything like me, you have a slight sense of imposter syndrome. You may feel like you're not the right fit for the job, even when the work you’re…