Columbia-based Scout and Nimble has a national presence. It’s an e-commerce site that Jesse and Sam Bodine founded to sell furniture and home décor across the country. Jesse grew up in southwest Missouri’s Springfield and earned a nursing degree in college but followed her passion for furniture and home décor. Sam grew up in St. Louis and attended college in Columbia, where he met Jesse. The name Scout and Nimble is a tribute to Jesse Bodine’s grandmother, who was known as “Yai-Yai.” Jesse says her grandmother exemplified perseverance, determination and grit. The Scout and Nimble website was launched in 2014. Jesse and Sam joined host Fred Parry Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”. Fred also tackled proposed trade tariffs with them and the most significant challenges furnishing companies are facing today. Jesse and Sam also discussed the Scout House: