The National Bridal Market Chicago is excited to announce an exclusive partnership with the Mon Cheri Academy featuring a series of virtual and live in-person MCA Events.
Virtual MCA - January 12
We hope you’ll join us for this month’s Virtual Mon Cheri Academy on Monday, January 12.
This session is all about building a stronger, more motivated staff—including a deep dive into our newly launched healthcare program (FAHA) and other meaningful incentives you can offer your staff to attract, retain, and motivate great employees.
Starting the year with MCA is intentional. January is the perfect time to:
Set clear priorities for your business and your team
Learn about new programs and benefits before the busy season ramps up
Make informed decisions that can positively impact retention, morale, and profitability all year long
This session is designed for discussion, so come prepared to ask questions and jump in.
As we plan our 2026 Virtual MCA schedule, help guide our curriculum by sharing:
Topics you want covered this year
Challenges you’re facing right now
Areas where education would make the biggest impact in your business
After all, we’re building these sessions for you!
We look forward to a great conversation and an informative start to the year!
Annual Live Mon Cheri Academy (in Chicago)
What if just 3 days could transform your business to be much more profitable?
Join us for Live Mon Cheri Academy, happening December 8-10, 2025, at THE MART in Chicago.
You will gain exclusive access to strategies and insights that surge the most profitable retailers ahead of others.
Seats are limited and filling fast. All are welcome, and you do not have to be a Mon Cheri Customer to attend. Don’t miss your chance to gain the edge your business deserves.
You will gain exclusive access to strategies and insights that surge the most profitable retailers ahead of others.
The question to ask is not “Can I afford to attend?”, but rather, “Can I afford NOT to attend?”
Boost Your Profits – Learn the buying and inventory practices that directly increase your bottom line.
Future-Proof Your Business – Gain tools to grow your store’s enterprise value and prepare for long-term success.
Outperform Your Competition – Get insider insights on what separates thriving retailers from those who fall behind.
Win Online & In-Store – Master proven marketing and social media tactics to reach today’s customer where they shop.
Network with the Best – Build connections with fellow store owners and industry leaders who share your drive.
Train Key Staff- Bring your key people and get them trained by experts they will listen to and bring back to others.
Maximum Value – Three full days of training, all sessions, all course materials and meals—just $199.
This isn’t just training—it’s an investment with measurable returns. The strategies you’ll walk away with could pay for themselves in your very next buying season.
“Education is an investment that pays dividends a lifetime"...
Benjamin Franklin
Seats are limited and filling fast. Don’t miss your chance to gain the edge your business deserves.
-- DISCOUNTED HOTEL--
Special discounted rates of $153/ night are available at the Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn-Wolf Point and Voco Chicago Downtown (connected to THE MART via a pedway). EXTENDED Deadline to book discounted rate: Tuesday, December 2nd.
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Virtual Mon Cheri Academy
Nayri Kalayjian and Steve Lang are so excited to invite you to the September 15, 2025 Virtual Mon Cheri Academy!
There is no cost to attend. Please register by clicking the link below:
Our Focus Is On Inventory: The Medicine That Can Cure or Hurt
Learn about refined buying strategies that lead to higher sales and profits.
Take one hour to discover why some stores prosper continually while others miss goals.
We will reveal:
Proven metrics on proper buying to maximize sales and profits.
The best buying practices of the most successful operators.
How to calculate return on inventory investment.
How to define the value of your business called Enterprise Value (EV).
How best inventory practices leads to increased value and a path to selling when you retire.
Think about this: If you were running a stock mutual fund, your performance would depend on you choosing the right stocks with very little room for error.
The same applies to you as a retailer. Attend and become a five-star fund at the top of your game!
