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How a Local Camera Store Built a Film Revival Membership
Episode 77 of Small Business Success with Fexingo tells the story of Portland's Vintage View Camera, a 60-year-old independent camera shop that was on life support in 2022. Then owner Marie Chen noticed a surprising trend: young photographers were asking about film. Instead of just stocking a few rolls, she launched a 'Film Club' membership — $30 a month for film, processing, and a community darkroom. Within 18 months, the club had 400 members, and the store's revenue doubled. But it wasn't just about film. Marie used the membership to cross-sell vintage cameras…
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