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Market Legends – Celebrating Westborn’s Rich History

THE FACES BEHIND THE FRESHNESS!

George and Janette Anusbigian always had a profound love of people, food, family, and fun. This passion helped fuel their vision to provide the freshest seasonal produce to friends and family, within a warm and welcoming environment. It is this enduring passion that helped create the magic of today's Westborn Market.

From humble beginnings in a tiny, rented storefront in West Dearborn, to what stands now as a 25,000 square foot market, we have never strayed from their vision. Today, Westborn Market proudly continues the mission of George and Janette... where people, food, family, and fun are always in season. Their passion for creating a work environment that not only team members enjoyed, but wanted to stay in, is the essence of our Market Legends.

We will be highlighting our team members throughout the year. Check out and check back to learn more about our wonderful team members. We genuinely think they are legends!

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Al began his Westborn career at 16 years old bagging groceries. Throughout his time at Westborn, Al spent time in the Front End as a cashier, in the Deli, and is now the Director of the Seafood department. Al was motivated by the entire Westborn team during his journey, and has enjoyed meeting team members and customers throughout each of the stores he has supported.

As Al reflects on the changing landscape of the grocery industry throughout his time at Westborn, he emphasizes the importance of innovation and evolution to meet changing customer needs. Recently, wild-caught fish has been a priority of customers, and Al is able to meet this growing demand in the Seafood department. Further, Al takes pride in his growth throughout Westborn’s departments, and he always treats customers and team members with respect. Also, Al is proud to have met his fiancee at Westborn! Throughout Al’s time at Westborn, being a member of an inseparable Deli crew and the excitement of a new adventure each day stand out to him. Also, Al highlights the support extended to him from leadership during his most embarrassing Westborn memory – hitting a pole in a parking lot with one of the Floral department vans.

Al appreciates all types of music, is currently learning how to juggle, and enjoys spending time with his cats and dogs. Al loves sports, especially the Red Wings, and he loves spending summer weekends Up North kayaking or floating on the lake.

Stacey

Throughout her time at Westborn, Stacey values the close friendships she has developed with team members and the opportunities for development and growth within her positions. Within her role as a Store Director, Stacey has noticed an increase in innovative and creative product offerings in the Grocery department. Specifically, fresh ice cream flavors and frozen sour fruits stand out to her as exciting new treats. Stacey’s proudest accomplishment at Westborn was growing to become a Store Director. Stacey’s hard work, dedication, and attention to detail helped her to succeed and develop into her leadership position. She values the family bond within the Westborn team, and enjoys the opportunity to spend time with team members outside of the stores.

Stacey is very creative, and she enjoys making beaded bracelets, earrings, and necklaces to sell to friends. She loves the Harry Potter series, building Legos, and spending time with her fluffy 15 lb cat, Olivander. She is currently working on a huge Lego set that has taken over three weeks to build! Stacey’s ideal three-day weekend is spent at the beach, having a cookout by the water, or biking to parks.

Marvin

Marvin finally stopped by the Dearborn store to see what all the excitement was about, and he was hired that very same day. He wasn’t even looking for a job that day, but Marvin was excited by the potential in Westborn and the Dearborn area. Marvin’s proudest accomplishment during his time at Westborn is the relationship he has developed with the Dearborn community. He loves making people in the store smile, whether that be his regular customers or newcomers. His favorite, however, is watching children grow up as they pass through the store. Recently, Marvin was approached by a young woman who had remembered his kindness from her childhood. While she was crying in her mother’s cart, Marvin brought the young girl an apple to comfort her, and that moment had stuck with her so many years later.

Marvin is excellent at juggling, and his favorite fruit to juggle is lemons. He loves playing on his basketball team and can play any position on the court. When the Dearborn location was being renovated, he and Mark joked that they should put a basketball court in the store. Marvin plays basketball all over Metro Detroit and worries that he might have too many trophies from his tournaments!

Russ

While he was initially drawn to the intriguing displays outside of the Westborn store, Russ values the family atmosphere most, an attribute that sets Westborn apart from other work experience. Russ is proud of his team and the quality of the products in the Meat department. He is consistent and diligent with his routine each morning in the store, a practice that has helped him to achieve success in sales. Russ has experience in the grocery industry in California, and notes the enthusiasm surrounding seasonal cooking habits in the Midwest. Rather than the consistent warmth in California, the transition from winter to spring creates an excitement for meat offerings that can be cooked outside on the grill. Russ takes advantage of Michigan’s seasons to offer unique meat selections that are well suited to the weather.

One of Russ’ fondest memories at Westborn is watching team members dance at Westborn’s 50th anniversary party. Russ loves to golf, sing karaoke, and draw. Russ enjoys painting model cars, planes, and ships, and he finds the practice very relaxing. Russ is a huge Raiders and Dodgers fan, and has enjoyed following the Red Wings. Russ has four weiner dogs at home, and they love to cuddle! During Russ’ ideal three-day weekend, he is singing karaoke on Friday, golfing on Saturday, and watching football on Sunday.