Post by Timothy Crennent on May 9, 2009 4:09:44 GMT -7
The shop is one made of elegant wood. It is long and narrow with a high arched ceiling. In large gold letters on the window is inscribed:
In the display window there is the Firebolt, sitting in all it glory, shiny and well cut. Books and materials related to the Firebolt lay carefully scattered around it.
Upon entering the store, customers usually first notice the miniature magical quidditch action figures whizzing overhead. Two teams, which change from time to time, play a heated match. They are silent for the most part, though occasionally speak up and even interact with the customers. They have an odd tendency to hover near the specials, a fine example of Crennent's creativity mixed with business sense.
To the left of the entrance would be a collection of broom care supplies, various quidditch sets, training balls, textbooks on history, strategy, and more. Following down the same side, towards the back of the store, merchandise can be found, racks of World Cup banners, books scarves, and catalogues of robes for different teams. In the same section, gloves and other playing apparel can be found.
In the center towards the back is the glass counter, where a few rare valuables can be spotted, such as ornate and solid gold snitches, and some signed memorabilia.
Hung up down the whole right side of the store are the brooms, hanging up on racks on the walls. There are also various forms of playing equipment: standard balls, specialized training materials and soft bludgers for young children, but also information and equipment for other broom sports, such as Quodpot.
A fireplace behind the counter, linked to the floo network only on request, provides quick access for students to Gringotts, for large purchases.
There are a large number of enchantments on the place, particularly on the brooms. It would be unwise to attempt to shoplift.
History
Christopher Crennent founded Crennent's Quality Quidditch Supplies in 1965. It was originally situated in a tiny-sized mostly-Wizarding village in England, where the Crennent family called home. Christopher's eldest son, Oscar, came to own 49% of the store on his 17th birthday (1970), and they held joint ownership for almost 35 years. Oscar was often credited with putting ridiculous amounts of energy into the business, and was responsible for pulling it out of the dumps after a first half-decade of mediocre sales.
Christopher died, and he left his share to Padril and Timothy Crennent, his only grandchildren, and Oscar's two nephews. This left Oscar furious, but he was unable to do anything about it. The store was relocated to Hogsmeade, a decision made by the boys, so that they could help operate the business from Hogwarts and to capitalise on Hogwarts student's love for Quidditch, something neither of the store's previous owners had ever managed to achieve. The business again enjoyed another spike of sales, and was quickly youthesised - the focus changed from just brooms and broom essentials to an increased inventory of merchandise and other knick-knacks (as described above). Oscar worked in the store full time, and lived in the apartment above it, while the boys worked some afternoons and weekends where they could. Other part-time workers came and went.
Padril and Oscar were both present at the Battle of Hogwarts, however, Oscar did not manage to make it out alive. Oscar hated the boys until his death, but had no will, so the store was left to them. For the next year, the brothers' parents assisted in addition to extra workers to run the store while Padril finished school.
Padril graduated from Hogwarts in June 2008, and decided to tour the world. When he returned, he moved into Oscar's upstairs apartment and worked in the store full-time, while Tim worked part-time and focused on his sixth year school studies. This didn't last long, however - that Christmas, Padril told Tim that he would be leaving the business for good to pursue his career
Padril sold his share of the business to Tim, which made Tim the sole owner of Crennent’s Quality Quidditch Supplies at the age of 17. He hired extra hands and continued monitoring and managing the store from Hogwarts. For extra money, he rented out the spare room above Crennent’s which used to be Padril’s to one of his workers.
In April 2009, the Death Eaters attacked Hogsmeade and Crennents was burnt to the ground including thousands of Galleons of merchandise. Tim was again hit with a heavy blow, but thanks to his insurance was able to gain most of the lost money back. Since Padril left the business, Tim had been saving up to open a second branch in Diagon Alley (something Padril had never agreed with), but instead he had to use that money (along with the insurance payout) to help rebuild Crennents in Hogsmeade over his summer holidays. By September, Crennents was back up and running again and Tim was beginning his final year at Hogwarts.
At first, Tim found himself coping with the workload, but as NEWTs drew closer and closer, he found himself struggling to balance both areas of his life. Tim eventually appointed one of his better workers as store manager, so that he could concentrate on his studies. It was clear that Crennents was losing revenue under this plan, but Tim had neither the time nor the energy to correct the issue. In June of 2010, Tim finally graduated from Hogwarts.
He returned to the store, demoted the old manager, and immediately got to setting things straight. He had been planning to do the “traditional” tour of the Wizarding World after graduating as his brother had done, but decided to postpone the trip in order to work on the shop. He heard that the Hogwarts Flying Instructor, Louise Troy, was looking to get out of teaching. Louise had always seemed respectful and fairly switched-on to Tim, so he offered her a position as a manager of Crennent’s, which she accepted. Together, they restored the store back to its former glory. The Hogwarts customers rebuilt their great rapport with Crennents, thanks to Louise’s skills with children and having taught many of them before. She also showed a thorough understanding of flying and Quidditch which helped with stock selection and orders.
Beginning in 2011, Tim became more of a silent partner in the business. He still helps run some aspects and will work in the store itself from time to time but for the most part the shop is run by Louise. He rewarded Louise for her hard work by giving her a 10% share in the business. Like Padril, Tim developed a desire to build a new career, but unlike Padril, Crennent's will always be close to Tim's heart.
Crennent's Quality Quidditch Supplies is a private company run and owned by Timothy Crennent and Louise Troy. Crennent's currently has positions available, for either part-time students (aged 15 or above) or full-time adults:
If you're interested in working at Crennent's, please send a message to Tim or Louise.
Crennents Quality Quidditch Supplies
Not just broomsticks.
Not just broomsticks.
In the display window there is the Firebolt, sitting in all it glory, shiny and well cut. Books and materials related to the Firebolt lay carefully scattered around it.
Upon entering the store, customers usually first notice the miniature magical quidditch action figures whizzing overhead. Two teams, which change from time to time, play a heated match. They are silent for the most part, though occasionally speak up and even interact with the customers. They have an odd tendency to hover near the specials, a fine example of Crennent's creativity mixed with business sense.
To the left of the entrance would be a collection of broom care supplies, various quidditch sets, training balls, textbooks on history, strategy, and more. Following down the same side, towards the back of the store, merchandise can be found, racks of World Cup banners, books scarves, and catalogues of robes for different teams. In the same section, gloves and other playing apparel can be found.
In the center towards the back is the glass counter, where a few rare valuables can be spotted, such as ornate and solid gold snitches, and some signed memorabilia.
Hung up down the whole right side of the store are the brooms, hanging up on racks on the walls. There are also various forms of playing equipment: standard balls, specialized training materials and soft bludgers for young children, but also information and equipment for other broom sports, such as Quodpot.
A fireplace behind the counter, linked to the floo network only on request, provides quick access for students to Gringotts, for large purchases.
There are a large number of enchantments on the place, particularly on the brooms. It would be unwise to attempt to shoplift.
History
Christopher Crennent founded Crennent's Quality Quidditch Supplies in 1965. It was originally situated in a tiny-sized mostly-Wizarding village in England, where the Crennent family called home. Christopher's eldest son, Oscar, came to own 49% of the store on his 17th birthday (1970), and they held joint ownership for almost 35 years. Oscar was often credited with putting ridiculous amounts of energy into the business, and was responsible for pulling it out of the dumps after a first half-decade of mediocre sales.
Christopher died, and he left his share to Padril and Timothy Crennent, his only grandchildren, and Oscar's two nephews. This left Oscar furious, but he was unable to do anything about it. The store was relocated to Hogsmeade, a decision made by the boys, so that they could help operate the business from Hogwarts and to capitalise on Hogwarts student's love for Quidditch, something neither of the store's previous owners had ever managed to achieve. The business again enjoyed another spike of sales, and was quickly youthesised - the focus changed from just brooms and broom essentials to an increased inventory of merchandise and other knick-knacks (as described above). Oscar worked in the store full time, and lived in the apartment above it, while the boys worked some afternoons and weekends where they could. Other part-time workers came and went.
Padril and Oscar were both present at the Battle of Hogwarts, however, Oscar did not manage to make it out alive. Oscar hated the boys until his death, but had no will, so the store was left to them. For the next year, the brothers' parents assisted in addition to extra workers to run the store while Padril finished school.
Padril graduated from Hogwarts in June 2008, and decided to tour the world. When he returned, he moved into Oscar's upstairs apartment and worked in the store full-time, while Tim worked part-time and focused on his sixth year school studies. This didn't last long, however - that Christmas, Padril told Tim that he would be leaving the business for good to pursue his career
Padril sold his share of the business to Tim, which made Tim the sole owner of Crennent’s Quality Quidditch Supplies at the age of 17. He hired extra hands and continued monitoring and managing the store from Hogwarts. For extra money, he rented out the spare room above Crennent’s which used to be Padril’s to one of his workers.
In April 2009, the Death Eaters attacked Hogsmeade and Crennents was burnt to the ground including thousands of Galleons of merchandise. Tim was again hit with a heavy blow, but thanks to his insurance was able to gain most of the lost money back. Since Padril left the business, Tim had been saving up to open a second branch in Diagon Alley (something Padril had never agreed with), but instead he had to use that money (along with the insurance payout) to help rebuild Crennents in Hogsmeade over his summer holidays. By September, Crennents was back up and running again and Tim was beginning his final year at Hogwarts.
At first, Tim found himself coping with the workload, but as NEWTs drew closer and closer, he found himself struggling to balance both areas of his life. Tim eventually appointed one of his better workers as store manager, so that he could concentrate on his studies. It was clear that Crennents was losing revenue under this plan, but Tim had neither the time nor the energy to correct the issue. In June of 2010, Tim finally graduated from Hogwarts.
He returned to the store, demoted the old manager, and immediately got to setting things straight. He had been planning to do the “traditional” tour of the Wizarding World after graduating as his brother had done, but decided to postpone the trip in order to work on the shop. He heard that the Hogwarts Flying Instructor, Louise Troy, was looking to get out of teaching. Louise had always seemed respectful and fairly switched-on to Tim, so he offered her a position as a manager of Crennent’s, which she accepted. Together, they restored the store back to its former glory. The Hogwarts customers rebuilt their great rapport with Crennents, thanks to Louise’s skills with children and having taught many of them before. She also showed a thorough understanding of flying and Quidditch which helped with stock selection and orders.
Beginning in 2011, Tim became more of a silent partner in the business. He still helps run some aspects and will work in the store itself from time to time but for the most part the shop is run by Louise. He rewarded Louise for her hard work by giving her a 10% share in the business. Like Padril, Tim developed a desire to build a new career, but unlike Padril, Crennent's will always be close to Tim's heart.
Employees and Ownership
Crennent's Quality Quidditch Supplies is a private company run and owned by Timothy Crennent and Louise Troy. Crennent's currently has positions available, for either part-time students (aged 15 or above) or full-time adults:
Workers must be responsible, courteous and possess strong salesmanship and people skills. We expect our workers to share our enthusiasm and knowledge of flying and Quidditch so as to provide the best customer experience. Full-time workers may be required to supervise younger workers.
Crennents has been in the business for over forty years, and has proven it's staying power and ability to bounce back in times of hardship. Crennents is quickly becoming the most respected name in Quidditch supplies in Scotland. We offer competitive salaries and flexible hours for student workers, and workers are often entitled to rewards such as discounts or game tickets.
If you're interested in working at Crennent's, please send a message to Tim or Louise.
