NARMS CERTIFY U. – WHERE IT IS ALL ABOUT U!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 5, 2009

Stevens Point, WI….. NARMS International has announced another member program that can benefit member companies through workforce training that build on industry standards to improve the quality of workforce at the retailing level. Called NARMScertifyU, this program will continue to be developed over the coming months as a benefit to both member companies and individuals seeking work in the at-retail service industry.

NARMScertifyU is an online learning center that adds credibility and quality to retail marketing organizations by offering training to their workforce on industry standards essential to building a higher quality workforce at the retail level. The NARMScertifyU program is sponsored by NARMS International and is the official NARMS learning center for member companies and their field representatives.

The site is based on a Learning Management System, offering online learning modules and testing using Adult Learning Principles, with administrative performance management and measurement features. Certificates of completion are awarded for each area of study completed. Social media is integrated into the users experience with discussion forums, bulletin boards and chats to create an extended learning experience and community.

Members’ reps who receive certificates of completion can get higher visibility for job postings, enhance their skill set for career growth and gain broader retail knowledge. NARMS member companies can build top-quality people and services, improve productivity, reduce turnover and have one centralized resource for information exchange and continuing education. More information about NARMScertifyU is available from Larry Dorr (office 949.472.6700 x1216 or cell phone 949.303.8492). Additional information can also be sourced at NARMS Virtual Conference; available at: http://www.virtualbeginnings.com/start/narms.

NARMS’ nearly 500 member companies perform well over $3 billion in merchandising services, sales marketing, event marketing, demonstration and other retail services annually. The international trade association serves as a “central gathering point” for the retailing industry; promoting and establishing industry standards; providing critical industry research studies and educational information about the industry while acting as a voice for its diverse membership of service providers, manufacturers, retailers and associates. NARMS represents all classes of trade including: grocery, drug, mass, department, home & building centers, computer & office supply, electronic, value retailers, specialty and convenience retailers. Additional NARMS information is available at www.narms.com, including information about the 15th NARMS Spring Conference & Exposition at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, FL on April 17-20, 2010.

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