Coastal Connection

Conservation Retail: Sea-stainable support
Coastal Connection
Nov. 6, 2024
The Texas State Aquarium’s gift shop offers its own exhibits of themed products...
Conservation Retail: Conservation rules Roost
Coastal Connection
Nov. 6, 2024
At Hobe Sound Nature center, the Owl’s Roost gift shop sources native animal themed...
Conservation Retail: A nest egg for saving sea turtles
Coastal Connection
Nov. 6, 2024
The volunteer-driven and ethically sourced shop at this Surf City sea turtle center...
Pet retail: All paws on deck
Coastal Connection
Aug. 28, 2024
A well-organized shop with red-carpet enticers like seating and treats outdoors encourages...
Pet retail: Fun vibes for the four-legged
Coastal Connection
Aug. 28, 2024
Give managers ownership over helping select products, and maintain a lively environment...
Pet retail: Putting the bark in the harbor
Coastal Connection
Aug. 28, 2024
Stock products customers won’t find at big-box pet outlets.
Lakeside retail: Anchored to Lake Erie
Coastal Connection
July 8, 2024
Offering classic nautical pieces gives customers products they can wear and use through...
Lakeside retail: On bay time
Coastal Connection
July 8, 2024
Combining a bistro and boutique into a festive destination encourages a celebration...
Lakeside retail: Inspired by the outdoors
Coastal Connection
July 8, 2024
Buy smart and consider what guests can find at your shop that is not widely available....
Jewelry Sales: Setting the high bar
Coastal Connection
May 29, 2024
Strive for excellence in displays and customer satisfaction.
Jewelry Sales: A touch of brilliance
Coastal Connection
May 29, 2024
Stay true to yourself. Offer things that people want to buy, but also have that vision...
Jewelry Sales: Finding her sweet spot
Coastal Connection
May 29, 2024
Focusing on bridge jewelry, higher quality pieces at a budget-friendly price point,...
Aquarium retail: Building a lifelong relationship
Coastal Connection
April 17, 2024
Make the retail experience feel like another fun, whimsical exhibit inside the aquarium....
Aquarium retail: The magic of creating a memory
Coastal Connection
April 17, 2024
Offering quality gifts and souvenirs helps differentiate a store from the competition....
Aquarium retail: A new lease on life
Coastal Connection
April 17, 2024
Renovating the retail space can breathe new life into sales.
Coastal Souvenirs: Giving into ‘pier’ pressure
Coastal Connection
Jan. 10, 2024
While T-shirts and sweatshirts are top sellers, fudge brings people in the door.
Coastal Souvenirs: Loved for being local
Coastal Connection
Jan. 10, 2024
Take a simple, straightforward appoach and sell what makes people happy.
Coastal Souvenirs: Picturesque as a postcard
Coastal Connection
Jan. 9, 2024
Customizing gifts to a specific location can set a store apart from larger neighboring...
Cave stores: More than a store
Coastal Connection
Nov. 15, 2023
Displaying the merchandise is just as important as showcasing relics and artifacts that...
Cave stores: Digging for treasures
Coastal Connection
Nov. 15, 2023
Treat your employees well and they will treat your customers well.
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