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January 2022

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January 31, 2022
By Tracy Lawler
Food for Thought

The Importance of Stress Testing

As all JGL clients know, we are big believers in developing pro forma projections for a wide variety of scenarios so our clients are prepared for any outcome. The importance of und

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January 17, 2022
By JGLadmin
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50% of Nothing is Nothing!

Negotiating a higher commission or lower fees isn’t always the best strategy. While earned income is important, there are times when a higher commission can result in lost revenu

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January 3, 2022
By Tracy Lawler
Food for Thought

Do You Have a ‘High Level’ Understanding of Your Zoo or Aquarium’s Food Service Operation? JGL Shares Tricks of the Trade to Do a Self-Assessment!

If you manage food service or retail at a zoo or aquarium, how do you know if the program is actually performing well — or just performing well enough? A structured self-assessme

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JGL Consultants Food Service and Retail Consulting

JGL Consultants is a boutique food service and retail consultancy specializing in cultural institutions, higher education, and corporate dining. For 40+ years we have bridged the gap between institutional clients and the operators that serve them, delivering optimized financial results, stronger vendor relationships, and measurably better guest experiences.

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