MSA Virtual Talking Shop is a great way to network and learn online with colleagues across the sector—sharing knowledge, experience, and best practices. Virtual Talking Shop is a roundtable discussion group that meets via Zoom and discusses “hot topics” identified by the MSA Education Advisory Group (EAG). Each Zoom meeting covers issues relevant to nonprofit retail and includes discussion points and case studies from group members.
 
Virtual Talking Shop is FREE to all MSA members

See below for past conversations you can order. See the MSA Community Calendar HERE to register for upcoming webinars. 

Click here to select and order your webinars. Note: to receive the discounted member price, active members must be logged in to their member account. After purchase, an email to download a PDF containing the link to the recording will be sent to the purchaser.
 

MAXIMIZE YOUR ECOMMERCE POTENTIAL 
Wednesday, August 30, 2023

This Virtual Talking Shop will discuss the following:

Revenue-Boosting Strategies - Discover actionable takeaways designed to supercharge your online sales in Q4, including bundling and upsells, digital marketing, and the importance of developing a roadmap.
 

HOW MSA VENDORS CAN BEST WORK WITH MSA BUYERS
Wednesday, March 22, 2023

This Virtual Talking Shop will discuss the following:

• How to make the connection
• How to develop the partnership
• How to keep engaged

JUMP-START YOUR 2023 MUSEUM STORE'S SUCCESS!
Friday, December 9, 2022

This Virtual Talking Shop will discuss the following:

• How to use a Holiday Merchandise Matrix.
• Tips and ideas for last-minute holiday visual merchandising and marketing promotions.
• Engage your staff with fun and easy-selling games.

Social Media - What Should I be Doing that I'm Not?
Wednesday, March 16, 2022

•          Best practices for multiple platforms
•          Create your own content
•          How to work with your communications department

#Metoo Museum Stores
Wednesday, October 13, 2021

•          Mindful production selection and thought provoking case studies
•          Is there sexism in your product selection/display/product descriptions?
•          Have you experienced backlash from your community about merchandise in your store/business?

Digital Catalogues - Ready, Set, Go!
Wednesday, August 25, 2021

•          Are you currently, or do you want to, launch a Digital Holiday Catalogue?
•          Case studies, with examples, on multiple platforms
•          Best practices