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About Costco97

As the voice behind Costco97, Jeff Shenk is a major contributor to finding .97 deals and sharing his Costco shopping tips. Jeff is the founder, managing editor, and Chief Costcoholic behind Costco97. He has expertise in writing, editing, email marketing, business development, operations management... and all things Costco.

Jeff graduated from UC Davis with a degree in English Literature and survived a short stint teaching high school English in California. Since then, his “day job” has been as a partner in a loyalty marketing company in the SF Bay Area.

When not spending his free time at one of Costco’s twenty Bay Area locations, you can find him playing roller hockey or catching up on Gold Rush episodes.

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Shark Neverchange Air Purifier Max • 1450 Sq Ft of Coverage • Hepa Filter - Lasts Up at Costco
February 3, 2026
Spotted a clearance markdown on the Shark Neverchange Air Purifier Max that’s worth a look if you’ve been thinking about…
Olde Thompson Whole Red Chiles at Costco
February 3, 2026
Spotted something interesting in the spice aisle: Olde Thompson Whole Red Chiles (item #1954636) are hitting clearance status. If you’ve…
Felina Women's Velvety Soft Legging Small Only 1804159 (s) at Costco
February 3, 2026
Spotted a clearance deal on Felina’s Velvety Soft Leggings at Costco. These are Felina’s popular velvety soft leggings, known for…
Junior's Mini Cheesecakes at Costco
February 2, 2026
Spotted something sweet on clearance: Junior’s Mini Cheesecakes are marked down at Costco, and if you’re a fan of the…
Yeti Crossroads Duffle at Costco
February 2, 2026
Spotted a YETI Crossroads Duffle hitting clearance aisles, and if you’ve been eyeing this rugged travel companion, now might be…
Del Conte Giant Heart at Costco
February 2, 2026
Spotted something intriguing in the clearance aisle: a Del Conte Giant Chocolate Heart weighing in at a massive 5.5 pounds.…