July 11, 2011
OWNER: Robert Pilk
MANAGER: Derek Court
NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 2
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 2
YEAR OPENED: 1984
STORE SIZE (Sq. Ft.): 1,200
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Bristol, TN's Mountain Empire Comics
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Favorite Recent Comic Book: DC Comics' Fables
Products Carried: Comics (New and Back Issues), Graphic Novels, Books (Fiction), Toys (New and Vintage), DVDs, T-Shirts, Models & Statues, Trading Cards (Non-Sport), CCGs, Prints, Posters, Supplies (Comic and Non-Comic) and more.
Special Events: Rob-Con, a yearly comic and toy convention.
Community Involvement: Fundraisers for the Red Cross, and we support animal shelters.
How was your FCBD event? Best ever, a very good crowd.
What aspect of your store makes you the most proud? Our longevity, neatness and large variety.
What do you do that is innovative within your store? Rob-Con. It showcases our stores and local talent.
What has been your best in-store promotion? The $50 box, a small comic box for $50 that customers can fill with anything in the back issue room.
What recent changes have you made in the store? New laptop and Superman sign in the window.
What are your plans for the near future? Promotion with the Bristol Public Library.
How did you choose your store name? It's a nickname for this area.
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