independent Retail Speaker

Empowering Retailers to Flourish: Book Kathy Cruz to Inspire, Educate, and Transform

Kathy Cruz inspires and equips store owners to work smarter, profit more, and grow their businesses with confidence. Through engaging talks packed with actionable strategies, she shares her proven methods for streamlining operations, boosting profits, and growing in retail.

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 run their businesses with passion without overworking, leaving time for what they love.

Profit

Store owners can overcome their fear of math, formulas and their financials with simple, approachable lessons.

Growth

Store owners can achieve meaningful growth when they focus on the right strategies for their business stage.

flexible speaking options

In-Person or Virtual

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.

  • Speaking Options

    Keynotes
    Big-picture inspiration for independent retailers who want more freedom and profit.
    Examples: “Indie Retail Isn’t Dying—It’s Misdiagnosed,” “The Retail Roadmap™: From Survival to Freedom.”
    Breakout Sessions
    Actionable, strategy-driven talks that turn ideas into next steps.
    Examples: “The Well-Oiled Retail Machine,” “Foot Traffic Formula,” “The Financial Fix.”
    Workshops
    Hands-on, tool-based sessions designed for implementation.
    Examples: “The Profit Finder,” “Metrics that Matter”

    Each session is customized to your audience and event goals—available in person, virtually, or hybrid.

WHERE KATHY HAS MADE AN IMPACT

Get in touch to book Kathy

Whether you’re hosting a trade show, retail conference, Main Street event, association meeting, or private training, Kathy brings her data-driven yet down-to-earth approach to audiences across the country.

She delivers engaging virtual sessions for groups who prefer to connect online and travels globally for in-person events, offering keynotes, breakout sessions, and workshops e.

To get the conversation started, complete the form with your event details—such as title, dates, location, format, budget, and the topics you’re most interested in.

Once we receive your message, we’ll reach out to schedule a quick call to talk through your goals and customize the perfect session for your audience.

If you’d like Kathy’s full list of presentations or her speaker sheet, just mention it in your message and we’ll send it your way.

Kathy Cruz, Independent Retail Speaker

Your Go-To Speaker for Retail Success

Kathy’s Popular Podcast episodes

April 2022 – Episode 120

My Personal Thoughts on Store Growth & Expansion