Costco History
Code of Ethics
Merchandising
Costco's Mission
Fun Facts
100
This year Costco was founded in Seattle, Washington.
What is 1983?
100
This is the first principle in Costco's Code of Ethics, prioritizing how members are treated.
What is "Obey the law"?
100
This term describes strategic placement of products at the end of aisles, designed to capture attention and boost sales.
What is an endcap?
100
Costco highlights the importance of service to this group, emphasizing the importance of their satisfaction and experience.
What are the Members? 
100
Costco is the world's #1 seller of what two hot commodities?
What are wine and gold?
200
This was the company named before Costco Wholesale was trademarked.
What was Price Club?
200
The maximum number of items a member is allowed to return.
What is an unlimited amount?
200
Costco uses this approach to change the location of key items, encouraging members to explore other products while searching for their needs.
What is the treasure hunt?
200
Costco has committed to sourcing this percentage of its fish from sustainable fisheries.
What is 100%? 
200
This item sells over 90 million units a year but is the #1loss leader.
What is the rotisserie chicken?
300
Costco's private label brand, known for quality and value, is named after this city in Washington.
What is Kirkland?
300
This is the ultimate goal in Costco's Code of Ethics, focusing on fair pricing, product quality, and business ethics.
What is "Reward our Shareholders"?
300
The price sign code that signifies an item may not be restocked after it is sold out.
What is an asterisk? 
300
This sustainability goal at Costco aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its supply chain by 2030.
What is 25%?
300
As of October 2024, Costco operates this many locations worldwide.
What is 871 stores?
400
The companies first international location that opened up in 1985, then expanding to this southern country in 1992.
What was Vancouver, Canada and Mexico?
400
Costco's Code promotes this within its suppliers and the communities we serve.
What is diversity and inclusion?
400
The philosophy for any product/ display placement.
What is neat, clean and straight?
400
Jim Senegal, Costco's co-founder, implemented this merchandising philosophy to give the best value to our members.
What is a commitment to low prices? 
400
These are Costco's two biggest competitors.
What are Target and Sam's Club?
500
The $1.50 meal:
What is the hot dog combo?
500
By following this Code of Ethics, Costco creates an environment where employees feel valued and respected.
What is "Take care of our employees"?
500
The bulk quantities of products Costco sells, which create value for members while encouraging larger purchases.
What is wholesale or bulk purchasing?
500
To continually provide our members with the best quality _______ & _______.
What are goods and services?
500
This location within the LA Region is the busiest in the world, averaging 1.6 million dollars in sales daily.
What is Iwilei, HI #687?