Juan Martinez is one of those people whose presence defines a store; in this case, Remedy Tulalip. The first two words that come to mind are legacy and loyalty. During my entire visit, not a single person walked in without heading straight over to say hi to him.
He’s from Everett and always called the Pacific Northwest home. His roots run deep, and his time at Remedy reflects that. Juan joined the team before the store even opened more than seven years ago. He was part of the original crew and has since worked his way up to floor manager.
The shop itself mirrors that same dedication. It’s organized, intentional and spotless. Every category is clearly labeled, with thoughtful subcategories that make the customer experience seamless. Rosin vapes are grouped together, infused prerolls are in one spot and there is an impressive selection of CBD, CBN and CBG products for those seeking medically focused options. You can feel the care and time that goes into every shelf and display, and it goes a long way with customers.
When I asked Juan what he loves most about working at Remedy, his answer came quickly. “It’s the guests, man,” he said. “For me, it’s being able to interact with them — they’re like family to me.”
When asked who he’d most like to share a smoke with, alive or dead, Juan thought for a moment. “At first, I was thinking Snoop, but after considering it, I’d have to choose Bob Marley. I think it would be great to relax, sesh and listen to him jam.”
Store manager Jenn Ashman didn’t hesitate when explaining why she nominated him for Budtender of the Month. “Juan is my right-hand man,” she said. “He manages the team and helps the buyers with his client knowledge. He’s like our Dan from “Cheers” — everyone knows his name.”
So next time you’re in the Marysville area, hop off I-5 and stop by Remedy. Chances are, Juan will be the first to greet you with a smile, a story and the kind of energy that makes a great shop even better.
Juan’s Favorites:
Flower: Pineapple Chunk – Sky High
Concentrate: Perfect Game – Knots Cannabis
Edible: Pineapple Rosin Gummies – Good Tide
Preroll: Knots Cannabis Mac Herer x Jelly Ranger rosin-infused preroll
Vape: GMO – Dank Czar
