Volume 2 Chapter 9: The Power of the Invitation

The Snohomish Storytellers sit down with the delightful person that is Doug Greenup, owner and manager of the Historic Marks Building. Doug shares how he simply wandered into the Marks Building 25 years ago and asked, "Hey, can I buy your building?" This has ironically turned into a theme with his tenants and ultimately led to the rediscovery of his love for this historic building. Learn how asking a simple question can be a powerful invitation for development, opportunity, and growth of more than just a single business, but an entire district. Historic Preservation is a key element to the stewardship of a district like downtown Snohomish and property owners play a vital role. Doug's mindset towards the care and intentional leasing of his space is exemplary - learn why in this episode. And, the next time you are downtown, take a glance at the Marks Building at 1024 1st Street. There is much to discover there. Enjoy!