I own an LGS as well (Pokemon 'first' and other TCGs including events, lots of POPs but looks like you actually have more, LEGO, RPGs/minis, board games).
"My one day hope is to help figure out how to connect the world of Splinterlands with local gaming shops." -- definitely hit me up with any ideas that may arise!
I have a few ideas that I’m trying to flesh out. Once I have sone more solid footing on em, I’ll let you know and we can spitball a bit.