Join Dr. Beckett for an insightful conversation with industry icon Rob Veres, discussing everything from the current costs in the hobby to the strategies for ensuring collectors find their treasured cards. They delve into the differences between high-end and everyday collecting, the challenges of modern card processing, and the evolving business models for sports card sales.
00:59 Rob's Approach to the Hobby
01:48 Website and Global Demand
02:29 Challenges with Flippers and Collectors
05:27 Bulk Buying and Processing
07:38 Team Lots vs. Player Lots
09:00 Transition from eBay to Fanatics Collect
09:51 Fanatics Partnership and Business Strategy
17:40 Retail Space and Product Mix
18:54 Store Experience and Future Plans