Big Robot Highlighted as Innovative Downtown Business by University of Wisconsin
From the University of Wisconsin’s Center for Community and Economic Development, Big Robot was Highlighted as an Innovative Downtown Business:
Many downtowns no longer have the traditional department stores that once anchored “main street.” Long gone are the days when Downtown was the one-stop shopping center for the community. Further, in today’s competitive retail market, many chains continue to bypass downtown in their site selection process.
However, many downtowns are coming alive with new economic activity. These vibrant downtowns often have a few innovative businesses that are attracting people back to the heart of town. These businesses often build on downtown’s sense of place and offer products and services not found in the big box stores.
In Tipp City, Ohio, the Big Robot Game Café is essentially a service-oriented business that has developed a distinctive marketing niche by providing a safe & comfortable environment where primarily younger patrons can enjoy a variety of electronic gaming options in a socially relevant atmosphere. In addition to the gaming, the Café carries a variety of pre-packaged food and drinks along with a small selection of retail items such as video game titles, Lego & Star Wars-themed toys, and magazines. The Big Robot Game Café bolsters its niche by offering specialized game tournaments, all-night chaperoned lock-ins, and themed parties. For more information, visit www.bigrobotgamecafe.com.