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MORE AWARD WINNERS
ANNOUNCED!
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2016 GROCER of the YEAR
ALAN ALDEN, Trig's
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Congratulations ALAN ALDEN, Trig's
the 2016 WGA Grocer of the Year!
Alan Alden, Vice President of Sales and Operations for T.A. Solberg, which operates six Trig's stores in northern Wisconsin, was surprised with the announcement that he has been selected as the 2016 Grocer of the Year, the WGA's highest honor. Alan was nominated by Mark Maloney, Russ Davis Wholesale.
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Alan and his wife Sandy
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Alan has been with Trig's since 2003, but his 40+ year storied career spans four states and as many companies, that included owning his own store and various positions with Kwik Trip, Nash Finch and Fleming. He has been actively and 100% involved in every level of the industry and brings extensive experience to the T.A. Solberg team with his incredible amount of knowledge of the grocery industry. According to his nomination, "Alan is grocery: he is passionate, a retailer, a fan...he is the industry!"
One of the many reasons Alan Alden was nominated for the 2016 Grocer of the Year award is because he is continuously searching for more innovative ways to serve customers, employees, and the community as a whole. He recognizes the important role his associates play in the company's success, and he feels very strongly about recognizing their accomplishments and positive qualities. Alan is continuously providing his associates with training programs, placement strategies, as well as opportunities for continuing education. Alan is known for his "open door policy" with associates to address any company or personnel concerns they may have.
Community involvement is paramount for Alan and he leads by example. He coordinates and heads many local charities, including various food drives, and encourages all of his associates to become involved in the community that also contributes to the T.A. Solberg success. The grocery and business industry has also recognized Alan's unwavering dedication to his company and the industry, as he received the WGA's Excellence in Operations Award in 2009, and the Wausau community named the Wausau Trig's (Alan's home store) the 2015 Best Place to Shop for Groceries.
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L to R: BJ Jaskolski, Trig's, WGA's Brandon Scholz, Lee Guenther, Alan Alden
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Weekly Special is sponsored by:
H. Brooks & Company
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WGA's EXCELLENCE in OPERATIONS
RANDY ROOSA
Trig's
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Congratulations RANDY ROOSA!
To say that Randy Roosa excels at his store director's position at Trig's Minocqua would be an understatement. His expertise in several areas, including personnel leadership, performance improvement and budget administration and forecasting, has allowed him to played a large and vital role in Trig's store remodels, as well as the company's marketing direction.
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Randy and his wife Kari
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Randy's presence in the store is also recognized and appreciated by Trig's associates, giving them daily gifts for the 12 days of Christmas, holding employee appreciation days and giving additional rewards and recognition to those that go above and beyond with their service to his store.
Randy's passion for the grocery industry doesn't stop in the store. Randy is very supportive of the Minocqua Area Chamber of Commerce, through donations and sponsorships, including Beef a Rama, Girls on the Run, 4th of July Parade, Christmas in Minocqua and the local Job Fair. He also plays a vital role in the fundraising of groups like the Arbor Vitae Fire Department, Relay for Life, Local Lions Clubs, Musky Hunt, Wounded Warriors and numerous youth groups and other non-profit organizations. According to his nomination, "Randy goes out of his way to be involved, personally and professionally, with the local surrounding area of Minocqua."
Like many in the grocery business, Randy started his career shortly after high school at the local Hy-Vee. He also held several manager positions at Mega Foods in Wausau, followed by several store director positions at Roundy's. Randy has been with Trig's since 2012 and is currently their store director in Minoqua.
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L to R: Alan Alden, Lee Guenther, Trig (front), WGA's Brandon Scholz (hidden),
Randy Roosa, and Trig Solberg, Trig's.
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WGA's INNOVATION EXPO
Register & Reserve!
Make your plans now to attend!
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The WGA's Innovation Expo
October 11 & 12, 2016
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Milwaukee, WI
WIN BIG at the 2016 WGA's INNOVATION EXPO
It's a great event for grocers to learn more about current topics affecting the industry and their business, network with peers and vendors, enjoy grocery industry contests, check out new and proven products at the Wisconsin Grocer trade show and recognize the many honorees during the Chairman's Banquet.
1. Plan NOW to attend to:
2. Make your Potawatomi Hotel Room Reservations!
- Hotel rooms are $139 through Sept. 26th
- Call 844-217-4100 to reserve your room!
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Wisconsin Grocers Association | (608) 244-7150 |
www.WisconsinGrocers.com
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