The management team at #1654, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, tells us why they made the move to GreenWise Market.

Why did you want to open this GreenWise Market?

Store Manager Cody Lusher: I wanted to be part of something I believe will help shape the future of our company. Also, it’s exciting to open a new store — especially the first GreenWise Market in the Charlotte Division!

Meat Manager John Shinkle: Excellent career opportunities and the chance to do something different from a traditional store

Assistant Produce Manager Matt Lemon: Because it was a new and great opportunity to see what the company has planned for the future

What is your favorite thing about GreenWise Market?

Customer Service Manager Chase Murray: My favorite thing about GreenWise Market is the solidarity and family-like atmosphere. We are all working side-by-side to grow our brand and our associates.

Grocery Manager Donnie Bridwell: I love the feel of the store. When you walk in, you just get so excited, and it’s so much fun working here.

Assistant Grocery Manager Germaine Brock: The food and being able to share and experience it with customers as we try new things together!

Assistant Meat Manager Donnie Hoelscher: I love the more in-depth customer interaction. It leads to more time talking and, in turn, getting our customers exactly what they are looking for.

Prepared Foods Manager Sarah Beier: The vibe, the managers, the team and most of all, the store — it’s awesome!

Assistant Prepared Foods Manager Rob Trombley: The food is awesome!

What do you hope or expect to see happen as customers discover your store?

Assistant Store Manager David Poole: I hope they discover just how much they can have fun while they’re shopping. I want our customers to be able to relax and enjoy the experience with us.

Assistant Customer Service Manager Bethany Hall: I hope customers come in and instantly smile when they see the beauty of the store. And I hope they continue to smile as they discover new zones and go home raving about it.

Produce Manager Robert Guerrero: I truly believe they will feel the vibe throughout the store and will not just come to visit one time but continue to shop at our GreenWise Market.

Assistant Prepared Foods Manager Caty Barnes: I hope our customers love the concept and atmosphere of the store and get to try new foods they may have never thought about trying before.