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SimplexDiam rolls out consulting services
The New-York based company now is offering its clients detailed plans to help grow their business or sell it, if that’s what they wish to do.
New York--Liquidation and asset recovery company SimplexDiam Inc. now is offering consulting services to help jewelers maximize their assets through consolidation, store closings, or going-out-of-business, promotional or retirement sales.
The company said whether a client’s goal is to grow their business or sell it, SimplexDiam can help provide a detailed plan of action that includes promotional sales and sales events geared toward increasing sales supervision of staff, inventory adjustments and a detailed marketing plan.
Heading up the new service is Darren Fries, who has more than 20 years of experience in sales promotion.
Having already worked with numerous chain and independent retailers implementing jewelry promotion services, along with experience at financial institutions, Fries will oversee ongoing operations for SimplexDiam’s consulting arm.
For additional information on the new services, contact Fries at 843-471-2435 or darren@simplexdiam.com.
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