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Stories from the River

Stories from the River

By: Broad River Retail
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Stories from the River Podcast explores the personal journeys of our very own Memory Makers. Whether it's interviews or standalone narratives, Stories from the River will bring you closer to what it's like to thrive together, wherever in the company you may be. We'll share personal experiences from our stores, Distribution Centers, Call Centers, and corporate campuses, giving listeners a front row seat to what it's really like to be a Memory Maker furnishing life's best memories every day.2022 Economics
Episodes
  • Driving Sales During a Retail Remodel
    Feb 19 2026

    Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/OT4safn-FKk

    In this spotlight from episode 346, Jeff Willis walks through the challenges and breakthrough moments of the four-month remodel, focusing on the resilience and commitment of the Memory Makers during a period filled with noise, dust, and uncertainty.

    Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.

    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com

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    3 mins
  • Grit, Growth, and the Green Monster: Greenville's Grand Reopening | Stories from the River #346
    Feb 17 2026

    Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/OT4safn-FKk

    It takes vision, resilience, and a committed team to reopen, refresh, and reclaim the top spot.

    In this episode of Stories from the River, Charlie Malouf celebrates the grand reopening of Broad River Retail's Greenville, South Carolina location, known as the Dreamville Green Monster, with General Manager Jeff Willis.

    They reflect on the store's transformation from a dark, dated showroom to a bright Ashley Store and Outlet 7.0 space, and the grit it took for the Greenville Memory Makers to stay energized through months of remodel disruption.

    The conversation highlights Greenville's rise to #1 among Broad River stores, the addition of a new sleep gallery, and the pride Jeff has in his team of high achievers. It's a story of teamwork, gratitude, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

    Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.

    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com

    Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail

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    13 mins
  • Crafting a Winning Presentation: How Forge Became Word of the Year
    Feb 16 2026

    Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/qLwxIaHvTHI

    In this spotlight from episode 345, the team behind Forge digs into how they built their winning presentation. They talk about wanting the new word to be a natural successor to Pioneer, and how Broad River Retail has transformed from a regional company into a national one. The vision accounted for the inevitable heat and pressure of that transformation, as well as the strength and unexpected results that often come from it.

    Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.

    Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com

    Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail

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    3 mins
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