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Left Brain + Right Brain = The Art of Museum Store Buying

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

3:00 pm ET

Think you have what it takes to be a successful buyer for your museum store? The role of the museum store buyer is more than choosing products within a set budget. It is a harmonious blending of analytics with creativity! This presentation will examine both sets of skills and will provide practical examples. Whether you are new to buying or a seasoned professional, this presentation will provide valuable insight to enhance your role as a museum store buyer. Topics include customizing sales reports to capture the most effective data analysis; working within an annual budget; maximizing the trade show experience; collaborating with institutional exhibits and events; and curating product that supports the organization’s mission while enhancing the customer experience and increasing profits.

Speaker: Kacey Cramer, Retail Manager/Buyer
The North Carolina Arboretum