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| Our team is comprised of Pacific Northwest locals by birth and the rest are transplants, who choose to live here because we know just how special our corner of the world really is. In building our team we focused on finding people, who are passionate about remarkable service, experts in their disciplines, love being retailers, and are driven to create a customer centered organization. | |
| Jason Brown, Chief Executive Officer, is the leader of the pack and the dreamer of the dream. His expertise as a retail merchant is focused on quality - both products and service. With more than 34 years as a direct to consumer retailer, he knows the value of meeting his customer's and team's needs and creating valuable long-term relationships. jason@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Eric Li, Senior VP of Finance, knows his numbers and we love that, for him this is literally a pennies business. He understands the financial side of the business and with more than 14 years of analytical experience there is nothing he won't work hard to figure out. eric@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Michael Johnson, Chief Food Officer, has over 20 years of experience in the creating and retailing of food delicious food! Michael's passion is contagious and his team mirrors his commitment to quality. Michael's foundation in fine dining serves us well as we take 'grocery store' food to a new level ready to enjoy in our cafe, bring home to your family and friends, or have catered to your office or home. He has been part of the founding team in the pioneering of 3 new concepts as well as building Noah's Bagels throughout Seattle and working with Briazz a front-runner in changing how Seattle looked at lunch. michael@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Tamara Bernadot, Health Living Department Manager, has over 20 years of experience in the retail and direct-to-consumer industry in management roles. Tamara began her career through a passionate devotion to learn about nutrition and alternative health products to help take care of her family. Over the years she has created a deep personal knowledge bank and wonderful working relationships with many of the top branded companies throughout the US. When it comes to special orders this department is devoted to them and will ensure you get what you want when you need it. Let Tamara or her team know what ails you and they will find the right product to support your everyday health. tamara@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Gail Schollmeyer, Produce & Floral Manager, has over 30 years Grocery Retail experience, including Store Manager, Perishable Manager, Produce/Floral District Merchandiser here in Bellevue. Her areas of expertise include customer service, merchandising leadership and team building and we are proud to have her running these key departments at Your Local Market. You will see Gail walking about her departments and suggest you stop her and ask her what the freshest product is in each of her areas. When it comes to buying the freshest product at great value Gail is dedicated to meet her customer’s needs. gails@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Brad Murphy, Meat Manager and Lead Butcher, began his career in 1983 on a farm as a local butcher in Langley, B.C. Over the years he has honed his skills and most recently was the meat manager for a local Albertson's location where he introduced the Premium Fresh concept. His dedication to high quality meats is what made it possible for him to become a founding member of the Your Local Market team. He will work with you to insure you are getting the cuts or products you need for your special parties and every day meals. His focus is on providing you with proteins that have never ever had antibiotics or hormones added and supports the local farm movement with dedication. When he heard we would have a butcher on staff every hour we were open he made the jump and we are thrilled he joined us. bradm@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Paul Wilcox, Center Store Manager, has over 25 years of extensive experience within the grocery retail industry. For 4 years as Store Director for Matthew's Thriftway in Bellevue, he managed all departments, and really enjoyed working daily with all of his team. Prior to that as Co-Director at Larry’s Market in Kirkland from 1999 to 2006, he assisted the store director with day-to-day operations, with a special focus on team building to provide for optimal employee work settings. After College at WSU Paul spent 14 years at Safeway in Bellevue, working his way up from entry-level clerk to Grocery Manager & Variety Manager. As a founding member of Your Local Market Paul has worked to craft our selection throughout grocery (and Beer) know that he will be the first to listen to you if you feel we need to add a special product to meet your needs! paulw@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Dani Cuddeback, Grocery Buyer, most recently worked for Whole Foods Market for years as a grocery buyer. While at Whole Foods, Dani learned a great deal about local producers and developed b relationships in the community by supporting her manufactures with devotion to the local movement and providing positive feedback from the retail customers. Prior to WF Dani had worked in retail and accounting after receiving her degree from Everett CC. As a founding member of Your Local Market Dani has been able to wear her passion for local on her shoulder and has made us all proud with her dedication focus and laughter. Please let Dani know if you know of a product we should be considering and also any special orders you might have. danic@yourlocalmarket.com |
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| Nick, Web & Graphic Designer, "paints" our picture with heart, soul, and clarity. Web design, graphics for T's, print - you name it, he does it. From gift cards to circulars, Nick can make it happen and his work history includes some big name brands you know. nick@yourlocalmarket.com |
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