The Columbia Employee Store has thrown open its doors once again, offering a significant discount on its family of brands. According to an announcement on the City of Portland’s official website, the store is inviting everyone to shop under the big tent, with the sale running until March 9th.
For the uninitiated, the Columbia Employee Store is home to a quartet of outdoor brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, and prAna. All items are 40% off Full Retail Pricing. Shoppers need to display their digital invite, which can either be shown on a mobile device or brought to life in vibrant color on the printed page, along with some proof of their connection to the City of Portland. Invitees can also bring up to four additional guests per visit, ensuring that friends and family can also partake in the savings.
For those already planning their shopping strategy, be informed that the digital invite isn’t a one-and-done deal. According to the City of Portland’s announcement, “Digital Invite may be used multiple times during the invite period.” However, this golden ticket provides passage to the store’s physical space only, rendering it powerless on the digital shopping battlefield otherwise known as ‘online shopping’. Those who prefer the satisfaction of an immediate tactile retail experience can download the invite directly from the City’s website in either English or Spanish…