she does have, though, is perhaps even better: an unyielding passion for everything and anything “home decor,” and a willingness to learn about the latest home-related products and trends. Her store, Golden Fox Home Decor & Beyond, is known for whimsical decor that brings a little magic to your home. It’s all carefully curated by Qian herself. “I try to be in the store most of the business time, and love observing what people are interested in buying, talking about, and questioning,” she says. “Learning from customers’ feedback helps me to build a positive shopping experience as much as I can.” Golden Fox Home Decor & Beyond Facebook: @Goldenfoxhomedecorinc goldenfox.homedecor@gmail.com
stock as many products as possible, so that beginner, novice, and pro chefs alike have all the tools they need to create culinary masterpieces. She also maintains that the term “customer service” is not just a cliché at Kitchens Unlimited. “We strive on a daily basis to give the best service we can, and to show that we care,” she says. “We also think it is the reason many of our customers become like family.” Kitchens Unlimited 902.566.2252 www.kitchensunlimited.ca Facebook: @kitchensunlimitedPEI Meghan Coffin Manager | Manager Island Retail Group Ltd. (Taylor’s Jewellers, Uptown Shoes, Kitchens Unlimited, PEI Co. Store, Kent Street Market, Loto Booth & Cigar Corner and the Clearance Centre) The Confederation Court Mall is a unique shopping destination known for its variety of stores that are locally- owned, explains Meghan Coffin, manager of Island Retail Group Inc. "These are hard-working, dedicated Islanders who want to provide the best products and services they can," she says.
She feels lucky to have a team of dedicated staff that takes pride in the stores they represent. "Some of our staff have been with us since the stores were opened, or shortly thereafter. They are the faces of our company, have built strong relationships with our customer base, and go above and beyond for each one."
Island Retail Group Ltd. 902.894.6042 mcoffin@islandretail.ca
Uptown Shoes Susan Trueman | Manager
Seeing smiles on her customers’ faces— whether they’re a friendly “hello,” or the result of finding that perfect pair of shoes—is why Susan Trueman, manager of Uptown Shoes, loves her job so much. “My goal is to listen to what my customers are asking for, and to deliver and exceed their expectations as the store to shop and ‘get your shoe fix!’” says Trueman. Offering well-known brand names such as Michael Kors, UGG, Clarks, Skechers, and Joules rainwear, Uptown Shoes proves that good shoes speak louder than words.
Ann Chaisson Manager | Kitchens Unlimited
Ann Chaisson believes that the right tools make all the difference when it comes to preparing a meal, whether it’s a five-star feast or a humble casserole. “The best way to accomplish your goal is to have good-quality utensils,” she says. As the manager of Kitchens Unlimited, Chaisson has made it her mission to keep up-to-date on all the latest trends, and to
Uptown Shoes www.uptownshoes.ca Facebook: @UptownShoes
Confederation Court Mall 134 Kent St., Charlottetown 902.894.9505 www.confedcourtmall.com
(L-R) Janet Qian, Meghan Coffin, Ann Chaisson, Mirna Dow (Photo: Evan Ceretti) , Susan Trueman.
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