Episode XLIII: 15 Years with Brian Labonte

Can you believe the Littleton Food Co-op turns 15 in 2024!? You know what they say – time flies when you’re cooperating together! On this episode of That’s Rad, host Anastasia sits down with Brian Labonte, current Assistant Operations Manager of the Littleton Co-op. Brian is one of the original ten employees from when the Co-op opened its doors in 2009. You may recognize Brian from his most prominent role as Produce Manager, but he’s actually worked in over six departments throughout the store! His wealth of knowledge about the history of the Co-op is so widespread, you’d hardly believe he didn’t know anything about co-ops upon starting here… or so he says. Brian also plays along with Anastasia’s poorly drawn out metaphor of the Co-op being like a teenage daughter we have to raise and buy a car for. Hear the story of Brian and the Co-op all in this episode! The Littleton Food Co-op has been your community-owned, community-oriented marketplace since 2009. The Co-op works for the North Country of NH and the NEK of VT, not some big grocery conglomerate. We’re actually owned by over 10,000 real people who committed to supporting our local economy. The Littleton Food Co-op employs local people, sells locally produced goods, and provides a space for local folks to gather and cooperate together. We return the love to our community through generous donations and support of local non-profits, and supplying the good foods that folks want to see. It’s all served up at fair prices with the best customer service around! See it all for yourself just off Exit 41 in Littleton or online at littletoncoop.com. No membership is required to shop – everyone is welcome at the Littleton Food Co-op ♥