Visual Merchandising as a Commercial Tool
Visual Merchandising isn’t just a marketing function...
... it’s a powerful driver of sales and operations.
Think you've seen it all? Or still finding your feet? Either way, you'll be inspired by this innovative take on a critical element of business success. Join Darwin City Retailers Association (DCRA) for an interactive Visual Merchandising Masterclass delivered by Monique Haney, Founder and Director of Mon+Co Agency.
Designed specifically for local small business and retail community, this practical workshop will give you the tools, frameworks and confidence to elevate your business, enhance your customer experience and drive commercial results, regardless of your size or industry.
Participants will also have exclusive access to the Mon+Co Agency online VM course for completion prior to the workshop (see below), PLUS the option for analysis of your business on the day.
What you'll learn
Understanding customer psychology and shopping behaviour
Cross merchandising techniques to increase basket size
Daily and weekly merchandising routines that maintain standards
How to view your business through the customer's eyes
And much more!
What you'll take away
A practical 30 day Store Improvement Plan
Visual Merchandising tools, templates and frameworks
A Store Walk Checklist
And more!
Who should attend?
Retail, boutique and specialty store owners
Hospitality / tourism or any other customer facing, shop front businesses
Market stallholders
Store managers and retail teams
Stop guessing what works. Register now and discover how VM can convert your browsers to buyers!
Date: Monday 26 October 2026
Time: 9am - 12pm
Location: Carpentaria Room, Darwin Innovation Hub, (entrance Knuckey Street by Raintree Park)
Tickets
$50.00 non DCRA members
$25.00 DCRA members (code required)
EXCLUSIVE Mon+Co Agency online pre-attendance VM course
Your Head Start for Success
On completion of registration, you'll get a link for exclusive FREE access to a 2 hour online Visual Merchandising Foundations Course.
This self paced course introduces the core principles, language and concepts of visual merchandising, allowing the in person session to focus on practical application, discussion and real world business challenges.
By completing the online course before the workshop, you'll arrive ready to:
Apply visual merchandising principles to your own business
Participate fully in interactive activities and discussions
Develop a tailored 30 day Store Improvement Plan
Gain greater value from Monique's expertise and coaching
Complete the course. Come prepared. Leave with a plan.
FAQs
- I'm a DCRA member, do I get a discount?
Yes, as a DCRA member you get 50% off the ticket price! When registering, just enter the code provided by DCRA to access this discount.
Not yet a member but want the discount? Become a fully paid member via our website before 20 October 2026 to access the member price, plus get 3 months free membership! A couple of T&Cs apply, email info@dcra.com.au for details.
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