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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TikTok's new local feed feature might be the best thing to happen to small businesses this year. Here's why I'm excited: We opened Izzi's Gym in Sioux Falls in March 2025. In less than a year, we've built one of the most passionate communi…
Read the post →We are SO excited to be part of this. Izzi's Gym is officially on the VeeFriends site as part of their latest launch — and honestly, seeing our name up there gave us chills. When we opened less than a year ago, we had a simple goal: build…
Read the post →Yesterday was One Piece EB03 release day. Lines out the door before we even opened. One of the most sought-after sets we've seen. We sold out. But not the way you might think. The vast majority went straight to our community — the regulars…
Read the post →Every time we release a highly anticipated product at Izzi's Gym, we make a promise to our community — and we keep it. ✅ No scalpers. Ever. Our limited releases go to real fans, not resellers flipping product for 3x the price online. ✅ Alw…
Read the post →The Pokémon Company International acquiring Excell Brands is a big deal. Let's talk about what it actually means. When a brand becomes its own distributor, it controls everything — who gets product, how much, and on what terms. That's not…
Read the post →We're thrilled to announce that Izzi's Gym is officially part of the VeeFriends Super Stickers Spectacular Series launch! 🎉 This is our first time stepping into the VeeFriends universe and we couldn't be more excited to see how our commun…
Read the post →Can't sleep. Too excited. Tomorrow I'm hitting the floor at NY Toy Fair to find the next wave of products for our community back in Sioux Falls. There's something surreal about trading our quiet South Dakota nights for the chaos of Manhatt…
Read the post →Walking into a new gym can be intimidating. "Let me see your deck," said no one ever at Izzi's Gym. At Izzi's, the community is awesome and welcoming. There isn't a huge mountain to climb to feel comfortable and supported. Check out the fu…
Read the post →ANOTHER RECORD BROKEN! 🏆 Last night's weekly Beyblade tournament was absolutely ELECTRIC — over 47 bladers showed up and brought the noise! It was loud, it was intense, and it was everything we love about this community. Every week this t…
Read the post →This is why we do what we do. 🎈 Some of our amazing customers surprised us with this incredible My Little Pony balloon because they know we've been getting into MLP lately. Seriously though — the fact that our customers pay attention, car…
Read the post →The local Gundam group is growing, with monthly clashes drawing 25+ players. New players easily pick up the game during release events. The community's positive atmosphere is thanks to Cole's efforts. If you're into Gundam or card games, n…
Read the post →Witnessing a parent's unexpected enthusiasm is powerful. A mom, initially unsure, saw her son's passion for the event. Now, she wants to judge future competitions—even without knowing the sport! That's community building in action: parents…
Read the post →Something big is coming to Izzi's Gym in three weeks, and we want to make sure you understand why it matters. You might have heard whispers about "Kayou cards" online. Maybe you've seen unboxing videos. Maybe you have no idea what we're ta…
Read the post →Card games in Sioux Falls are creating unexpected connections across generations. From kids to adults, families to couples, people are finding a shared passion and a supportive community at Izzi's Gym. It's more than just a hobby; it's a p…
Read the post →Episode 5 of the Izzi's GYM podcast is out now! Watch the full video on YouTube. Surrounding yourself with a strong community is essential for growth. When everyone around you is striving for excellence, you're encouraged to support each o…
Read the post →My mom went to get her blood pressure checked. She left with a new Pokémon friend. Here's what happened: The doctor saw her phone case. Asked about it. Mom mentioned her sons own a Pokémon store. Then something cool happened. He started ta…
Read the post →This is getting out of control. Another [theft/robbery/hijacking] - and it won't be the last. Because right now, there's zero friction for these people to flip stolen product. They grab it, list it, and cash out before anyone even knows it…
Read the post →"You have bad customer service." No. What you mean is: "You didn't give me what I wanted, so now I'm going to threaten to burn your store down online." Here's the thing people miss: Customer service isn't about saying yes to everything. It…
Read the post →Yesterday was INSANE 🔥 We ran SIX events at the same time: ☑️ Sioux Falls Card Show ☑️ Lorcana Whisper in the Well Set Championship ☑️ One Piece OP-14 Release Event ☑️ Pokemon League Event ☑️ Izzi's FIRST Pizza Party 🍕 AND we hosted a su…
Read the post →A car crashed into my employee's house. He lost 2/3 of his entire card collection. His first question: "Is the driver okay?" That's the kind of people we hire at Izzi's Gym. And that's the kind of community that showed up for him. We got r…
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