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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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C.g. Hunter Faux 6.5' Palm Tree at Costco
July 4, 2026

New Product: C.G. Hunter Faux 6.5′ Palm Tree

Compare Similar at Amazon If you’ve been dreaming of bringing some tropical vibes into your home without the hassle of…
Pike & Main Ophelia Counter Stool at Costco
July 4, 2026

New Product: Pike & Main Ophelia Counter Stools

Compare Similar at Amazon If you’ve been hunting for counter stools that don’t look like every other farmhouse knockoff at…
Thomasville Whidbey Dining at Costco
July 4, 2026

New Product: Thomasville Whidbey Dining

If you’ve been eyeing furniture upgrades for your dining space, the Thomasville Whidbey Dining set just showed up at Costco…
Pike & Main Mendocino Dining at Costco
July 4, 2026

New Product: Pike & Main Mendocino Dining

If you’ve been searching for a complete dining set that doesn’t skimp on style or quality, the Pike & Main…
Brentwoof Travel Mat Cooling Pet Mat at Costco
July 2, 2026

New Product: Brentwoof Travel Mat Cooling Pet Mat

Compare Similar at Amazon If your furry friend has been panting through the summer heat, Costco has a solution that…
Soules Kitchen Orange Sesame Chicken at Costco
July 2, 2026

New Product: Soules Kitchen Orange Sesame Chicken

If you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner with a sweet and tangy twist, Soules Kitchen Orange Sesame Chicken just…
Bentgo Chill Lunch Box at Costco
July 2, 2026

New Product: Bentgo Chill Lunch Box

Compare Similar at Amazon If you’re looking for a lunch box that actually keeps food cold without relying on those…
Crocs Backpack at Costco
July 2, 2026

New Product: Crocs Backpack

Compare at Amazon If you’ve got kids heading back to school soon or just need a durable backpack that can…
Northridge Home Del Rey Oaks 74" Accent Console Acacia Veneers at Costco
July 2, 2026

New Product: Northridge Home Del Rey Oaks 74″ Accent Console

If you’ve been eyeing furniture at Costco, the Northridge Home Del Rey Oaks 74″ Accent Console is one of those…
Calvin Klein Women's Sports Bra at Costco
June 30, 2026

Calvin Klein Women’s Sports Bra

Compare at Amazon Spotted this on clearance: the Calvin Klein Women’s Sports Bra 2-pack is marked down and potentially worth…
P&g Spruce Snap & Spray Weed & Grass Killer at Costco
June 30, 2026

P&G Spruce Snap & Spray Weed & Grass Killer

Compare at Amazon Spotted something interesting in the clearance aisle: P&G Spruce Snap & Spray Weed & Grass Killer is…
Cyberpower 1500va/900w Sim Sine Battery Backup at Costco
June 30, 2026

Cyberpower 1500VA/900W Sim Sine Battery Backup

Compare at Amazon Spotted a Cyberpower 1500VA/900W simulated sine wave battery backup hitting clearance at Costco. If you’ve been meaning…