Retail Profiles

Peer Perspective: Rachael Gorney, IGES

Rachael Gorney Attendee Sales Development Specialist, International Gift Exposition in the Smokies (IGES) Toledo, Ohio How long have you been working with IGES and what exactly is your role? I’ve been with IGES for four... more »

Manager’s Corner with Lisa Shroyer of the Space Needle

Lisa Shroyer The Space Needle Seattle When it comes to Seattle-focused retail, Lisa Shroyer is an authority. While in college, Shroyer got a taste of retail by working in the player, staff and family gift... more »

Changing their spots

Jared Bednar had a colorful way to describe the Topeka Zoo’s Leopard Spot gift shop prior to a recent renovation. “One might say plush had vomited all over the gift shop,” said Bednar, the guest... more »

Peer Perspective: Jared Bednar, Topeka Zoo

Jared Bednar Guest Services Manager, Topeka Zoo Topeka, Kansas What’s your background? I have been with FOTZ for two years. Prior to my current position, I spent a year as an intern in the Topeka... more »

The Eminence of Cincinnati Children’s

What began as a small hospital in a rented three-bedroom house in Walnut Hills has grown into a prestigious multi-campus medical center across the greater Cincinnati area. It’s one of the regions first choices for... more »

Peer Perspective: Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, Retail Minded

Nicole Leinbach Reyhle Retail Minded founder and editorial director Denver What drew you to retail? I have always been fascinated with retail and began working retail at the age of 15. My first job was... more »

Manager’s Corner: Yvonne Pedigo, Buckhorn Saloon & Museum

Yvonne Pedigo Buckhorn Saloon & Museum San Antonio Yvonne Pedigo’s past retail stints at the Disney Store and Universal Orlando prepped her well to handle her own store. However, it was a contact from her... more »

Peer Perspective: Lisa Shoyer, Space Needle

Lisa Shroyer Vice President of Retail, Space Needle, LLC Seattle Could you tell us about your job? As the Vice President of Retail, my position is responsible for the entire operation at four brick-and-mortar stores on... more »