More than 100 retailers, entrepreneurs, and business owners filled a room in Ford, NJ, for the Retailer Networking Event hosted by National Retail Solutions (NRS) in partnership with Renascent Media. The evening provided the independent retail community with a place to connect, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.
Independent business owners spend most of their days heads-down in their stores. An evening like this one gave them room to step back, compare notes on shared challenges, and talk through the strategies that keep their businesses growing. Attendees spent the night networking, swapping stories, and finding common ground with people who understand the work.
Independent business owners spend most of their days heads-down in their stores. An evening like this one gave them room to step back, compare notes on shared challenges, and talk through the strategies that keep their businesses growing.
The evening featured remarks from Elie Y. Katz, President & CEO of NRS; attorney Sandeep Chandi of Pasricha & Patel LLC; and H.R. Shah, Chairman of TV Asia.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and events like this remind us why,” said Elie Y. Katz, President & CEO of NRS. “When business owners connect, share ideas, and learn from one another, everyone grows stronger. Success isn’t only about competition—it’s about collaboration, innovation, and building the relationships that help us all move forward.”
“Renascent Media was built on the belief that marketing isn’t just about promoting businesses—it’s about creating opportunities for businesses to thrive. The Retailers Networking Meetup reflects that vision. Seeing hundreds of industry professionals exchange ideas, build partnerships, and support one another reminds us why this initiative matters,” said Tanvi Prenita Chandra, Founder & President of Renascent Media. “We’re committed to continuing this journey and creating platforms that strengthen the retail community, encourage innovation, and contribute to economic growth. After all, one conversation truly can change a business.”
About National Retail Solutions (NRS)
National Retail Solutions (NRS), a subsidiary of IDT Corporation (NYSE: IDT), operates the leading point-of-sale (POS) system and NRS Pay payment processing services for thousands of independent retailers in the United States and Canada. NRS provides small and mid-sized business owners with robust, revenue-generating store management and checkout systems, including EBT/eWIC acceptance, e-commerce solutions, payroll services, business cash advances, and other merchant services. NRS serves diverse retail segments through specialized solutions, such as NRS Petro for gas stations and convenience stores. For more information on NRS, visit www.nrsplus.com.
About Renascent Media
Renascent Media is a woman-owned, full-service advertising, marketing, media, and event management company specializing in connecting brands with South Asian and multicultural audiences across North America. With over 20 years of industry experience, the agency provides strategic marketing solutions, including media planning and buying, public relations, influencer marketing, content creation, television and radio production, experiential activations, sponsorship management, and community engagement initiatives. For more information, visit www.renascententerprises.com.
