We also function as a buying group . This offers us many opportunities for special prices and design exclusives. We have found this to be a very profitable service for our retailers. We are currently buying domestically as well as importing as a group. The Contemporary Design Group retail volume is approximately 100 million dollars.
Membership is offered by trading areas on a totally exclusive basis.
We meet at major markets , and also have an annual conference in San Diego. At the conference, and as time allows at other meetings, we share ideas in advertising, buying, operations, employee relations, and literally all other aspects of running a contemporary retail furniture store. There is an initial cost to join and annual dues, billed quarterly. We have an 800 number for our members, and are currently working on many additional services. By working together, we have all reaped the benefits of a 100 million dollar organization.