We just received word from Ryan Youngman, the CEO of Ellwood Thompson's Local Market, that his company is scoping out retail space in the Columbia Heights neighborhood.  This is extremely great news for those of us who were interested in Whole Foods Market, Trader Joes, and the like.  Ellwood Thompson's is a natural market based in Richmond, Virginia.  They offer the quality, organic products that you would find at Whole Foods but with a smaller, more intimate setting of Trader Joe's.  Without further ado, here is what CEO Ryan Youngman had to say about his company and his interest in Columbia Heights:

My Name is Ryan Youngman and I operate a successful Natural Market in Richmond VA since 1988 that specializes in quality local produce, organic food and natural products.  We have been searching for locations to open several stores in the DC area. We are represented by our broker from KLNB who specializes in retail for the DC area for the past 18 months. 

Ellwood Thompson's operates a full service grocery store in the 10,000 to 15,000 square feet range.  We just recently been focusing on the Columbia Heights area because we really like the diversity and density of the area and believe that people in this area would appreciate the unique experience our concept offers.  We are committed to supporting local farmers, manufactures and other  local merchants.  ET would would gladly sponsor local farmers markets.  Additionally we have a strong commitment to the environment and ideally would like to be in a "Leeds" certified or "Green"  concept building.

Mr. Youngman has requested feedback from the community.  His email address is:  . 

With the chances of luring Whole Foods Market becoming more and more remote, it will be a refreshing change to write to a company who truly appreciates the tremendouse potential of Columbia Heights.  Please write to Mr. Youngman to express your support.  And please spread the word!

For additional information on Ellwood Thompson's Local Market, please visit their website:  http://www.ellwoodthompsons.com/

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