Navigating the pandemic has been a deeply personal experience for Casey Thomson, owner of The Cheese Gallery. Over the years her business has become so much more than a cheese shop and has turned into this very special little place, with deep connections to the local community. In her words, “kind of like a family where you’re known by name.” So when COVID-19 hit, it’s no surprise the safety of both the community and her staff, remained her number one priority.
Always an innovator, Casey continues to be a leader in the community, mentoring neighbouring businesses and creating new events and tactics to showcase downtown Thornbury. For The Cheese Gallery, the pandemic has inspired some new partnerships and ways of doing business. They’ve increased their local supplier offerings, introduced a new sophisticated e-commerce platform, and leaned into their social media strategy to drive online sales.
This past summer The Cheese Gallery hit a momentous milestone and celebrated 10 years of business in downtown Thornbury. With #smalltownlove as the driving force behind them, we are looking forward to the next 10 years!
