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Everyday Art: SNIFTY
SNIFTY is a division of Rotuba, a family-run plastics manufacturer in business since 1946, that holds a patent on a scented polymer called Auracell, a... more » -
Discovery Deep Dive: Seattle Aquarium
The Seattle Aquarium first opened its doors on May 20, 1997, with the mission of “inspiring conservation of our marine environment” in Washington.... more » -
Educating Through Art: The Unemployed Philosophers Guild
The Unemployed Philosophers Guild was founded in the 1990s with the idea that learning, humor and good design should be part of everyday life. Inspire... more » -
Gateway to the Southwest: The National Parks Store
The National Parks Store has evolved into a cultural crossroads for Arizona’s national parks. Represented by Western National Parks (WNP), the Tucso... more »
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Rock Star Employees
As the new year is under way, the challenge of managing employees still lingers. All too often, retail employees lack motivation and desire to deliver the type of work performance most managers crave. The good... more »
Barry Levenson
Founder & Curator Barry LevensonNational Mustard MuseumMiddleton, Wisconsin MM: What do you enjoy most about your job? I love to see people laughing with us, enjoying themselves in an improbable museum that doesn't take itself... more »
Shawne Sheldon
Retail Manager Shawne SheldonWashington Park ZooMichigan City, Indiana Q: What's the most unusual question a customer has ever asked? We are not strangers to unusual questions. One that comes to mind is if we could... more »
Laura Firestone
Manager/Buyer Laura FirestoneAkron Art MuseumAkron, Ohio Q: What is your retail background? I’ve been the Shop Manager/Buyer at the Akron Art Museum Shop since 2007. Q: What was the draw of working in a museum... more »
Industry Profile: Best of…
What is the best retail advice you've ever received or could offer? Sallie Stutz, Brooklyn Museum in New York City Look to develop beneficial partnerships in every way. For example, working with the American Fine... more »Social Connections
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