Moderators Gregory Matthews Posted May 17, 2019 Moderators Posted May 17, 2019 In an article in the Rocky Mountain News Nuggets the Rocky Mountain Conference has announced the closing of its ABC effective at the end of 2019. * This closing is probably just one example of what is happening. We are likely to see many more such closings. * Speaking from my personal knowledge and experience, this is due in part to poor management of levels of denominational administration above that of the local ABC. * IOW, I am suggesting that this change results from more than just changes taking place in the sale of books in the U.S. . . . Our ABC has been profitable for years because of careful management of expenses and inventory by Suzanne Hafar and her staff. But in 2017, the ABC lost $13,046 and in 2018, it lost $24,555, the result of a continued decrease in sales. Because of this, the Executive Committee voted to close our ABC effective December 31, 2019,”. . . Gail, JoeMo and phkrause 1 2 Quote Gregory
B/W Photodude Posted May 17, 2019 Posted May 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Gregory Matthews said: * Speaking from my personal knowledge and experience, this is due in part to poor management of levels of denominational administration above that of the local ABC. Along with the success of Amazon book sales and other internet sellers. It seems that most of the brick/mortar book stores are going under. I buy many books used and even paying shipping, I can often get a book for pennies over $4 what might cost several times over that at the ABC. And many books I want aren't even in the ABC anymore. Not to mention, my ABC is 200 miles away. They changed the name of the ABC in the Ky-Tn conference to Nourish. This helps with the confusion regarding the "other" ABC …. the Alcoholic Beverage Commission in Tennessee! Gail and phkrause 1 1 Quote >>>Texts in blue type are quotes<<< ***************************************************************************** And therefore as a stranger give it welcome. There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, Than are dreamt of in your philosophy. --Shakespeare from Hamlet ***************************************************************************** Bill Liversidge Seminars The Emergent Church and the Invasion of Spiritualism
JoeMo Posted May 17, 2019 Posted May 17, 2019 It's kinda sad; but with the availability of good healthy organic vegetarian food at places like Sprout's, Natural Foods, and even Kroger's/King Soopers at much cheaper prices than the ABC, it's not surprising. I will miss the turkey loaf at Thanksgiving, though! Most spiritual books I buy from Amazon rather than the ABC for the same reason. I wouldn't be surprised if some of the publishing houses close down or merge to minimize losses as well. phkrause, B/W Photodude and Gail 3 Quote
Moderators Gregory Matthews Posted May 17, 2019 Author Moderators Posted May 17, 2019 Yes, in part due to changing times. Also, in my opinion, due to poor management on levels higher than the ABC. Gail, JoeMo and phkrause 3 Quote Gregory
JoeMo Posted May 17, 2019 Posted May 17, 2019 44 minutes ago, Gregory Matthews said: Yes, in part due to changing times. Also, in my opinion, due to poor management on levels higher than the ABC. A lot of that going on in the denomination now. phkrause and Gail 2 Quote
Moderators Gregory Matthews Posted May 17, 2019 Author Moderators Posted May 17, 2019 NOTE: To be clear: I do not blame the rocky Mountain Conference. phkrause and JoeMo 2 Quote Gregory
Administrators Gail Posted May 17, 2019 Administrators Posted May 17, 2019 The time has gone when an ABC could rely on the loyalty of the typical SDA customer. That just isn't enough. Store owners need creativity to attract customers, especially in these times. phkrause and JoeMo 2 Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
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