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Halloween: Time to get thrifty, 11/16/2009
Consumers with a blood lust for bargains are descending on thrift shops, where buyers can pounce on such finds as an opulently sequined Mummers jacket and pants for $30, a ghostly shadow of the retail price.
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Tax Breaks Not to be Missed, 4/8/2009
"If you happen to get a refund, you can join the 48 percent of respondents to a CRI survey who say they will use it to pay off debt."

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UF to host business lecture, 2/18/2009
The University of Findlay's College of Business will host a community lecture on entrepreneurship at 12:30 p.m. Thursday in Winebrenner Theological Seminary. “The Ins and Outs of Entrepreneurship: Two Views From the Mallett Family” will be presented by Michael Mallett, UF alumnus and president and CEO of Corporate Research International (CRI), and his father, Jerry Mallett, founder and curator of the Mazza Museum and professor of education at the university.

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Corporate Research International Host Session at Winebrenner Theological Seminary, 2/16/2009
Michael Mallett, president and CEO of Corporate Research International, and his father, Jerry Mallett, founder of the Mazza Museum and a professor of education, will discuss The Ins and Outs of Entrepreneurship: Two Views from the Mallett Family, at 12:30 p.m. Thursday in Winebrenner Theological Seminary on the University of Findlay campus.

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CiCi's Pizza Hosts Restaurant Business Conference March 4-5, 2009, Free of Charge with Keynote Addresses Delivered by Donny Deutsch and Coca-Cola's Scott Young, 2/10/2009
CiCi's Pizza announces that they are sponsoring a Restaurant Business Conference open to include any interested business leaders and entrepreneurs March 4-5, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino.

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CRI Announces Best Customer Service Contest, 1/22/2009
Small Businesses Can Win Free Mystery Shopping Program

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CRI Launches Eye on Your Business Mystery Shopping Tool for Small Business Owners, 1/14/2009
CRI's Customizable, Self-Managed Mystery Shopping Product Helps Small Businesses Evaluate Their Organization

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CiCi's Pizza Picks New POS Partner, 1/13/2009
CiCi's will partner with Revention Inc. to optimize its point-of-sale technology and improve its competitive advantage

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South Jerseyans go on shopping frenzy, 11/29/2008
"Retailers should be pleasantly surprised by the fact that consumers seem willing to put their concerns about the economy behind them and enjoy the holiday season," said Mike Mallett, CEO of Corporate Research International.

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Holiday shopping: Consumer spending, 11/26/2008
The day after Thanksgiving is Black Friday. Will you be among the early bird holiday shoppers?

The survey by Corporate Research International shows that 97 percent of consumers say they'll still be buying holiday gifts for their loved ones.

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Thanksgiving tables will remain full despite higher food costs, 11/18/2008
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CiCi’s Pizza Waives Fee for Proven Franchisees Looking to Expand, 11/7/2008
Recognizing that it’s successful franchisees might need an extra hand to expand in a tough economy, CiCi’s Pizza is waiving the franchise fee on sales of closed stores in viable locations

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Speedway, BP Top Customer Service Survey, 11/7/2008
For the second time in 2008, the Speedway SuperAmerica convenience chain, based here, provided the best customer service during the third quarter in the convenience store category, according to market research firm Corporate Research International’s quarterly RealPeopleRatings.com survey.

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Getting to the Top with Customer Service, 11/1/2008
Achieving high marks in customer service satisfaction is something that needs to come from every level of your organization. It must permeate your business from your training program to associate practices so all employees know what level of service is expected.

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Consumer Report: Stores With Best Customer Service, 10/31/2008
Despite sluggish sales, and a slow economy, many retailers say they're spending more on improving their customer service.

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Chipotle Customers Can Get out of Line by Going Online, 10/28/2008
Online Ordering System Provides Virtual Restaurant Experience, Real Food

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Ace Hardware ‘aces’ customer service survey , 10/27/2008
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Journeys is second in shoe service, 10/27/2008
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Southeast Texans scare up Halloween fun in hard times, 10/27/2008
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Shoppers deck out homes for Halloween amid crunch, 10/26/2008
In a survey released by the customer loyalty firm Corporate Research International, 75 percent of consumers who participate in Halloween activities said they planned to spend about the same amount or more than they did last year.

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Findlay tour to show off downtown recovery, 10/16/2008
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Economic frights don't kill holiday, 10/10/2008
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Consumers, retailers square off on back-to-school shopping, 8/26/2008
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This year, parents spend more carefully on back-to-school items, 8/26/2008
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BP, Shell, Speedway recognized for customer service, 7/24/2008
http://www.csnews.com/csn/news/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003831747
Electronics Retailers Find Service Sells, 7/23/2008
http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/retail/2008-07-22-circuit-city_N.htm
It’s What’s on the Inside That Counts, 7/1/2008
Corporate Research International’s CEO, Mike Mallett, offers mystery shopping best practices to NACS readers.
Businesses Take Aim at Eco-conscious Consumers, 5/26/2008
The results of Corporate Research International’s May survey show that more than 75 percent of consumers have developed energy-conscious habits at home.
Mystery Shopping Changes with the Times, 4/1/2008
Corporate Research International’s CEO, Mike Mallett, showcases the latest technology and innovations in mystery shopping.
Pair Training with Mystery Shopping, 4/1/2008
Corporate Research International’s CEO, Mike Mallett, shares insight into optimizing training programs by using a measurement tool like mystery shopping.
Customer Response Surveys Could Reap Big Benefits, 3/1/2008
Corporate Research International’s CEO, Mike Mallett discusses the many benefits of implementing a customer response survey program.
Multi-housing Communities Use Mystery Shoppers to Evaluate, 4/28/2009
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CORPORATE RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL WARNS OF CHECK CASHING SCAM, 2/13/2009
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MID-SUMMER SURVEY SHOWS CONSUMERS’ PLANS FOR SUMMER TRAVEL REDUCED , 8/1/2008
High fuel prices impact many plans Click here to read more...
Corporate Research International Reveals Best Customer Service, 7/23/2008
Consumer Perceptions Tracked in Quarterly Survey Click here to read more...
CRI EXPANDS EMPLOYEE SURVEY PRODUCT, 5/14/2008
Program helps businesses gauge effectiveness of internal practices Click here to read more...
SURVEY SHOWS CONSUMERS’ PLANS FOR EARTH DAY, ENVIRONMENTAL CAUSES, 4/22/2008
Recycling, saving energy are priorities for many Click here to read more...
Corporate Research International’s Consumer Perception Survey Reveals , 4/15/2008
Real People Rate Customer Service Click here to read more...
SURVEY SHOWS CONSUMERS’ PLANS FOR TAX REFUNDS , 3/1/2008
Paying down debt, saving money are priorities for 2008 Click here to read more...
CONSUMERS WAITING LONGER TO REDEEM GIFT CARDS, 1/8/2008
National survey shows redemption of gift cards could take more than a year Click here to read more...
CORPORATE RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL WARNS , 1/7/2008
Firm Urges: Beware of Quick Cash Offers Click here to read more...
REAL PEOPLE RATE “BEST OF 2007” FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, 12/27/2007
Consumer perception survey reveals best businesses by industry Click here to read more...
STRONG HALLOWEEN SPENDING CONTINUES THIS YEAR, 9/26/2007
Corporate Research International Releases Halloween Spending Survey Results Click here to read more...
REAL PEOPLE RATE CUSTOMER SERVICE, 8/24/2007
Corporate Research International’s Consumer Perception Survey Reveals Quarterly Best-in-Class Click here to read more...
REAL PEOPLE RATE CUSTOMER SERVICE, 6/27/2007
Corporate Research International’s Consumer Perception Survey Reveals Quarterly Best-in-Class Click here to read more...
REAL PEOPLE RATE CUSTOMER SERVICE, 4/17/2007
Corporate Research International’s Consumer Perception Survey Reveals Quarterly Best-in-Class Click here to read more...
MORE SHOPPERS CHOSE GIFT CARDS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON , 1/1/2007
Americans gave 4.5 gift cards on average Click here to read more...
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