Instore Magazine is a leading trade magazine for the jewelry industry and a valuable tool for jewelry stores throughout the nation.  Instore has even begun its own annual trade show in Chicago called the Smart Show, where jewelers from around the country gather and conference – providing each other with tips on how to grow and succeed in this business.  There is actually a sense of community at the show, and ideas are shared instead of guarded.  Mark has been a featured speaker at the last two shows – his out of the box thinking isn’t just applied to his designs, but his business as well.   Mark will again be featured at this years Smart Show, and is psyched to head back to Chi-town (his hometown!) and share his knowledge with his peers (and learn from them as well!).

Instore Magazine’s current issue contains a new feature called ‘The Sanity Files’ and Mark Loren is the first jeweler to be highlighted.  This time, Mark is being asked to share how he manages to keep his cool and simultaneously run a business and a family.  Mark has expertise in many areas, and this is another one he’s a master of!  Stress and depression suppress creativity,  and designers are not the only ones who need to be creative to succeed.

When asked about the interview, Mark responded: “It was fun to do and I was glad they asked…Good to take a look from time to time and see what are those things we do to keep our sanity and a balanced sense of self.”

If Mark’s tips don’t work for ya, you can always stop in for some ‘Shopping Therapy’!