What does it take to build an award-winning pet business empire?
The winners of the PETS+ America’s Coolest Contest could tell you!
In this episode, Candace shines a spotlight on three Pet Boss Nation clients who clinched the prestigious title of America’s Coolest pet businesses in the 2024 PETS+ contest. Their inspiring stories prove that with the right strategies and support, your pet business can achieve remarkable success… and get noticed for it!
In this episode, you’ll get inspired by these three pet businesses and learn:
How Alison Schwartz of All Pets Considered transformed a part-time job into a thriving 12,000 square foot pet store with very innovative marketing strategies (and a loyal customer base! They’re celebrating a big anniversary!)
Jessica Schlosser’s, of Lizzi and Rocco’s, creative approach to community engagement, including a unique annual team potluck (complete with products they sell in their store) and fun seasonal enrichment boxes.
Brittany Schlup’s, of Premium Pets- Natural Pet Market, journey to success through lots of strategic planning and creative events (like taking full advantage of the “Christmas in July” theme to boost slower months!)
What ALL of these businesses (and past winners) have in common when it comes to what really makes a pet business standout.
How YOU can turn your pet business into an award-winning enterprise!
There’s something to learn from these well-deserving winners for every stage of pet business ownership! Listen in to discover how you can apply these winning strategies to your own pet business success story, and maybe we’ll see you on next year’s PETS+ America’s Coolest winners list!
Mentioned on the Show
- PETS+ Website
- PETS+ America’s Coolest 2024 Announcement & Winner Profiles
- LISTEN: Podcast Interview with Pamela Mitchell of PETS+
- WATCH: Any of the 46 Interviews with Pet Bosses on YouTube
- READ: Any of the 38 columns Candace has written for PETS+
- All Pets Considered Profile, Greensboro, NC
- LISTEN: Podcast Interview with Alison Schwartz: How to partner with rescues, gain new customers and support your local community
- Lizzi & Rocco’s Natural Pet Market Website, Columbia, MO
- Lizzi & Rocco’s Team Potluck Blog
- Bertha’s Beans – A Cat Cafe by Lizzi & Roccos
- Premium Pets Website, Jefferson City, MO
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