August 23, 2014

Sunday Staff Profiles: The People of Perelandra

This week we’re profiling Keith, Perelandra’s Front End Manager. He’s worked just about everywhere in our store, so chances are you’ve had the good fortune to interact with him at some point! He has a wonderfully calm and easy-going demeanor which has endeared him to many of our customers and our staff, too. Get to know Keith in this week’s staff profile!

Keith, mid-laugh.

Name:

Keith

Hometown:

I spent a significant amount of time in Santa Rosa and the Bay area of California, and also lived in Washington state.

How long have you lived in NYC?

6 years

How long have you worked at Perelandra?

5.5 years

What are some of your favorite products?

The mixed vegetable juice with beet and lemon at the juice bar. It’s got everything!

Organic active greens bar – it’s got everything EXCEPT for soy, which I like!

Jyoti Paneer Peas and Cheese – It’s so delicious.

What is your favorite thing about working at Perelandra?

Pretty much everything, but the people are #1.

What’s the most important thing you’ve learned since you started working at Perelandra?

I have learned to appreciate people much more, and than nothing should be taken at face value. The more I learn that, the more I see greatness in other people.

Favorite book?

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.

Favorite Musician/Album/Genre?

I have been into Valerie June’s Pushing Against a Stone, and also really into David Byrne lately.

What are some interesting facts about you?

I was on the diving team when I was in college at UC Davis, I even won a few trophies. For about a year, right after I finished high school, I was part of a theatre group that wrote, produced and performed shows in Nottingham, England.

Editors note: Keith is also an accomplished musician! Check him out at KeithAbbott.Bandcamp.com

What we love about Keith:

“He is one of the most reliably calm, stable people I have ever met. He also has a great sense of humor and I think he’s fun to work with.” – Allison

“Keith is so personable. There are a lot of customers that only want to talk to Keith, and I think that says a lot about him. He also has integrity, is comical and down to earth.” -Yahsef

“Keith is a thoughtful and kind individual, and always lends an air of positivity to the store” – James