163. Piere's Marketplace: Bringing Local, Organic Groceries to Downtown Johnson City

About The Guests):Piere and Jules Herrman are the owners of Piere's Marketplace, a local grocery store in Johnson City, Tennessee. Piere has extensive experience in the grocery industry, having worked for major corporations like Kroger and HEB. Jules is a foodie and passionate about supporting local businesses. Summary:Piere and Jules Herrman share their journey of opening Piere's Marketplace, a curated grocery store in downtown Johnson City. They discuss their love for the community and their passion for providing clean, natural, and organic foods to their customers. The couple also talks about the importance of supporting local vendors and their plans for the future of Piere's Marketplace. Key Takeaways: Piere's Marketplace offers a wide range of natural, organic, and local products, including bread, pastries, milk, poultry, beef, soaps, and more. The couple aims to provide quality food and educate customers about where their food comes from. They plan to expand their online presence and offer online ordering and delivery services in the future. Quotes: "We want to bring that joy to other people and provide a place where someone can shop local and find cool snacks." - Jules Herrman "We fell in love with Johnson City and saw the need for a grocery store in the downtown area." - Piere Herrman