As the manager of a local running specialty store in Hampton Roads, John Lomogda brings a very interesting perspective to the nature of running community. In this episode we discuss why these stores are places where people both experienced and inexperienced in the running world come to gather and get the tools for running. From the pair of shoes that make the sport accessible to the more advanced features that give space for people to go deeper, John knows that Running Etc. offers it all.However, it is more than the bottom line for John. He talks about wanting to make sure he is doing right by those who come in, making sure they are set up for success and joy. It is also more than selling for John and his coworkers. Hear all the additional community connections that are made.Learn more about the guest or fun things from the episode:Running Etc.: Norfolk & Va. BeachHelp Support the RunninRev and Run Build Grow Podcast go to: RunninRev or Run Build Grow website Follow the pod on Instagram: @communityrunpodFollow the RunninRev on Social Media:Instagram: @runnin_revFacebook: runninrevSupport this Podcaston Buy Me A Coffee : Leave a tip if you enjoyed this episode or become a monthly supporter of the RunninRev Run Club.Music License:I’m Nazar Rybak, as the author of 'Keep Running' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/keep-running/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including Andrew Ware, permission to use this Music.This Music may be used in commercial and personal projects and in monetized videos (such as Youtube or Vimeo) without paying additional fees or royalties to author. The Music must be used in accordance with the Melody Loops End User License Agreement https://www.melodyloops.com/support/full-license/License #: 8126583717