Posts mentioning community, IZZISCON, conventions, clubs, or tournaments.
Imported October 2, 2026. This is a static archive. Posts follow their LinkedIn activity order; publication dates appear only when verified.
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I know I talk about vibe coding a lot. But I think this one might be my best yet. I just built an app that lets any Izzi's Gym customer upload a photo or video directly to share with the Izzi Nation. Here's where it gets interesting. Every…
Read the post →We have three trading card products on our shelves right now — and they couldn't be more different. Let's break them down. 🧵 If you've been curious about what we've been building in this section of the store but weren't sure which product…
Read the post →You already know the name. Here's the full story. 🧵 We've been talking about Kayou for a while now — and a lot of you have been asking questions, grabbing packs, and getting curious. So let's zoom out and talk about why we're so excited a…
Read the post →I just lost $2,500. I got a restock of Pokemon Ascended Heroes ETBs. Market price right now? Over $100 each. I could've sold through every single one in a couple of hours and pocketed $2,500 over MSRP. So what did I do? I hosted an event w…
Read the post →🚨 GRANDMA JANE KIDS CLUB SPECIAL 🚨 We've got Pokémon Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Boxes at MSRP — $50. 🎉 (or $5 packs if you just want to open a few packs) But there's a catch. 😏 You have to come to Kids Club (kids 12 and under) tomor…
Read the post →Today we held the inaugural meeting of the Izzi's Gym Tamagotchi Club and it was SO much fun! 🥚✨ Sassi was absolutely beside herself meeting her very first TAMA. Honestly she might be the club's most enthusiastic member. 🐾 If you missed…
Read the post →I met someone today who changed how I think about Cookie Run. 🍪 His name is Ritchie. And I'm officially declaring him the biggest Cookie Run superfan in the world. Talking to Ritchie reminded me why this hobby matters. The games are great…
Read the post →Your boy is being wined and dined by TCGPlayer on a rooftop in Louisville and I am NOT complaining. 🥂 Izzi’s Gym is out here rubbing elbows with the best in the business at GAMA Expo — and the view isn’t bad either. Big things coming for…
Read the post →One thing I've learned running Izzi's Gym: kids light up when they feel like they belong somewhere. Not every kid in South Dakota lives near a card shop. But almost every community has a library. So I've been thinking — what if we used tha…
Read the post →The passion behind niche interests and the communities they build is truly inspiring. Witnessing the growth of communities like Izzy's Gym can spark new ideas and motivations. It's amazing how shared interests foster connection and encoura…
Read the post →🥚 INTRODUCING: The Izzi's Gym Tamagotchi Club! 🥚 Yes, you read that right — we're bringing back the nostalgia and we are HERE for it! 🎉 We now have our very own Tamagotchi Club, meeting the first saturday of the month at 2pm, right here…
Read the post →For aspiring young collectors on a budget, Izzy's Gym is a fantastic place to start. The staff are incredibly helpful and welcoming, always ready to assist with any questions or needs. You'll find a wide variety of items, often with great…
Read the post →It's inspiring to see how passions can grow! What started with a few rooms has expanded significantly, a testament to genuine interest and enthusiasm. If you're considering exploring a new hobby or collection, don't let the fear of judgmen…
Read the post →🚨 BRATZIEZ HAS ENTERED THE BUILDING 🚨 We are SO excited to announce that Izzi's Gym now carries Bratz — and yes, we know what you're thinking. It's sold out EVERYWHERE. But not here. 😏 We just got our first-ever Bratz product in store a…
Read the post →Last night was one of those moments that reminds me why we do this. We had a group of girls ripping VeeFriends at the store — pure joy, genuine excitement, and the kind of energy that makes this community so special. They wanted to keep go…
Read the post →Tonight at Izzi's Gym, history was made. 🎴 One of our customers pulled our store's first-ever VeeFriends SuperStickers NFT Sweepstakes card. For those who don't know — VeeFriends SuperStickers are a collectible sticker series from Gary Va…
Read the post →Creating exclusive early access for young enthusiasts can foster a deep sense of community and excitement. By offering new products like Beyblades first to club members during a pop-up event, you build anticipation and a unique buying expe…
Read the post →The excitement of giveaways is undeniable! We've recently given away Pokemon booster boxes and Master Grade Gundam models, and there's always something new and exciting on the horizon. Don't miss out on your chance to win – participating i…
Read the post →The Kid Who Sold Baseball Cards at a Flea Market Before there was VeeFriends, there was a kid at a New Jersey flea market selling baseball cards to anyone who'd stop and listen. That kid grew up to be Gary Vaynerchuk — "GaryVee" — one of t…
Read the post →I built a chatbot for Izzi's Gym and I'm kind of obsessed with it. It connects to our live card buying inventory AND our Square POS in real time — so when a customer asks "do you have Surging Sparks in stock?" it actually knows the answer…
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