Building The Future of Retail
We strategically build and fortify independent retail economies in developed and emerging markets through our training and development program, Revitalize Retail®.
Program Details
We help small businesses get back to business.
These are the core components of our Revitalize Retail® Program for retail entrepreneurs
Who We Serve
We serve indie brands, artisans, and independent boutiques through our Revitalize Retail® Program by partnering with companies like you.

The Future of Retail
Growing the Retail Economy
We work directly with Economic Development Corporations, Small Business Development Agencies, Chambers of Commerce, and Retail Shopping Centers, to implement our program for their retailers. We facilitate the growth of small to medium-sized businesses in the retail sector, equipping them with the same sales-driving strategies as large corporate retailers. These strategies empower entrepreneurs to operate at a higher level in all facets of their operations, providing a pathway for accelerated business growth and expansion. We also develop innovative partnerships and ventures with other businesses to create new opportunities inside the retail economy.
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Meet DeAnna McIntosh

DeAnna McIntosh
Founder, Global Retail Consultant
DeAnna McIntosh leads the team here at The Affinity Group International (TAGI) and also manages our sister company, which consults directly with small businesses, Retailing Evolved®. Her proven success as a Buyer, Strategy Manager, and Merchandise Director inside numerous brands such as Chico’s, Office Depot, and Home Depot, drove her to develop the Revitalize Retail® Program to duplicate these same successes for small retail businesses, both within the US and abroad, especially due to the state of retail as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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