Independent Retail Speaker
Helping Store Owners Work Less, Profit More and Grow!

“Kathy Cruz was both engaging and relatable. Someone I could listen to over and over.“
-2022 Preservation on Main Street Conference Attendee

What Kathy Believes In…
Life
Retail business owners can be passionate about running their businesses without working 60+ hour weeks so they can spend time doing other things they enjoy.
Profit
B&M Retailers can beat the stigma around math and numbers. Learning how to set up systems so they can get insight into their business AND understand their P&L is possible!
Growth
When store owners realize they can stop overworking and start focusing on profit, Kathy teaches them how to start implementing growth strategies!

“Kathy’s sessions were amazing!“
-2022 Savvy Shopkeeper Retreat Attendee

What makes Kathy different
Kathy co-owns and continues to run a brick and mortar retail business in Ohio.
Kathy opened a home decor and gift store in 2015 with her sister. Kathy went from a full time career to running two profitable businesses without burning herself out and now teaches other business owners how to create lives they love.
Kathy offers both in-person and virtual:
–keynote speeches
–educational presentations
-interactive workshops
Whether you’re looking for a keynote presentation for a large conference or hands-on workshops with retailers, Kathy’s relatable style creates a relaxed and fun environment for any setting.
Presentation titles have included:
- Courageously Conquer Growth: 8 Ways to Grow Your Retail Business
- The Well Oiled Machine: Create Systems and Processes To Help Your Retail Business Run Efficiently
- Empower Yourself with these 7 Brick & Mortar Retail Business Metrics
- Master Your Mindset: The Power of Visualization for Retail Business Owners
- Work Less: How To Manage Life and Business on Your Terms
Kathy’s Popular Podcast episodes

April 2022 – Episode 120
My Personal Thoughts on Store Growth & Expansion
Featured Here…




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