Lets Help Out New Rinks

Good morning everyone. It is a very clear sunny day here in Atlanta Georgia. So clear in fact that I can make out the Mercedes Benz Stadium from the office through the skinny trees that line the Southeastern Skate Supply property. I believe this is one of the last places that you can see the Atlanta skyline without being in a expensive condo or a large million dollar house. Hopefully developers stay away from Veterans Memorial Highway.

Anyway, it got me thinking about how blessed I am to be apart of the roller skating community, and how I would like to help and support the next generation of rink owners. I don't mean by selling them our skates, although that would be nice, but by giving them tools to run a successful business. Now I know what you're thinking. Jacob doesn't run a rink what qualifies him to give new rink owners advice? The answer to that is I'm not qualified. However, you are and I need your help. I have had the opportunity to speak to many people who are looking to build their own rinks, and all of them have been extremely excited. What kind of advice would you give to the next generation of rink owners? Please let me know in the comments bellow!

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Time

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