Two Truths and a Lie
It’s April Fool’s Day, friends! JGL is known to go above and beyond for our clients. To that end, we have found ourselves in some scary, funny and downright embarrassing
Smaller Groups, Larger Returns
For cultural institutions that earn commissions on catered events, there has definitely been a change in earned income due to the pandemic. Many organizations have seen a dramatic
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
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
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
Looking Back at 2021
It’s always exciting to look back on a full year and take a moment to revel in all that was accomplished. Team JGL was very busy in 2021! See some of this year’s company highli
Finding the Right Vendor is a Big Piece of the Puzzle
There’s an art to developing a bidders list for both food service and retail RFP’s. Developing the perfect bid list starts with getting to know the client’s organization and
5 Pro Tips for Increasing Museum Retail Sales During the Holidays…
The holiday season is the single most important revenue period for most museum shops — but many institutions arrive at it without a clear strategy. What are the five practices th
Hire a Consulting Firm with the Right Experience
Not all food service consulting firms are the same — and choosing the wrong one for an RFP, assessment, or contract negotiation can cost an institution far more than the consulti
Four Points to Keep in Mind When Forming a Selection Committee
An RFP process is a serious commitment. When an institution or organization decides to invest in selecting a new food service or retail operator, having the right people on the int