Run Specialty Cooperative Podcast

Greg Koch, Mark Jimenez
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The Run Specialty Coop Podcast is a show by and for independent running store owners. Hosted by Coop board members, each episode highlights the stories, challenges, and innovations of our community. From shop talk and industry trends to personal journeys and best practices, this podcast is a space to connect, learn, and celebrate what makes run specialty so special.

Episodes

  1. Episode #1 | Justin Craig | RUNDetroit

    05/15/2025

    Episode #1 | Justin Craig | RUNDetroit

    Building the Coop – A Conversation with Justin Craig of RUNDetroit   Welcome to the debut episode of the Run Specialty Cooperative Podcast — a show by and for independent running store owners. In this kickoff conversation, hosts Greg Koch and Mark Jimenez, both Coop board members, chat with Justin Craig, Owner of RUNDetroit, about the evolving landscape of run specialty retail and the importance of staying independent.   Justin brings a thoughtful perspective on what it means to own and operate a truly independent running store in today’s industry. He shares his personal journey, lessons learned from years in the business, and his insights on how collaboration—through efforts like the Coop—can help stores thrive without compromising their individuality.   This episode sets the stage for an ongoing dialogue within our community—one that celebrates shared knowledge, mutual support, and the entrepreneurial spirit that defines the run specialty world.

    47 min
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The Run Specialty Coop Podcast is a show by and for independent running store owners. Hosted by Coop board members, each episode highlights the stories, challenges, and innovations of our community. From shop talk and industry trends to personal journeys and best practices, this podcast is a space to connect, learn, and celebrate what makes run specialty so special.

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