Marilyn Logan is the General Manager of The Marmaton Market with 5 years of experience in this position. As the General Manager, Marilyn Logan has worked with many vendors and suppliers to learn the grocery business to support a successful small town grocery store. Known for being inventive, tenacious, tireless, and supportive, she is passionate about the overall success of The Marmaton Market and the overall health and well-being of her customers and community.

Currently, Marilyn Logan handles the daily operations of The Marmaton Market as well as the staff. She also actively writes and procures grants to fund projects to enhance the store such as the addition of a commercial kitchen on site to provide meals and baked goods to customers. Her work has been featured on the Kansas Profile and at the Rural Grocery Initiative Biannual Conference. Marilyn Logan holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration, and is a frequent speaker at industry events, sharing insights on operating a small rural grocery store.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Marilyn Logan is deeply committed to volunteering in her community. She currently is a Trustee on the Iola Public Library Board, Treasurer on the Allen County GROW Food and Farm Council, and Board Member of the Iola Public Housing Authority. She proudly serves as Secretary of the Board of the Southeast Kansas Community Action Program which operates in 12 Southeast Kansas counties and has an annual budget of $22 Million. She believes in the power of collaboration and constant learning and is excited to share her knowledge and experiences with attendees at the National Grocers Association.