The Business of Food Retail

Promoting and Advancing Petroleum Marketing, Retail Grocery, and Convenience Stores in West Virginia

Driving Local Business and Community Growth Across West Virginia

Our Purpose and Commitment

OMEGA is a West Virginia-based organization dedicated to supporting and advancing the business interests of the state’s petroleum marketing, retail grocery, and convenience store industries.

As a network of over 225 locally owned businesses, OMEGA actively promotes cooperation, advocates for favorable legislation, and provides education and resources to its members. With over 50,000 employees, OMEGA members significantly contribute to the state’s economy, generating more than 10% of all state taxes and supporting local communities through scholarships, charitable donations, and civic involvement.

OMEGA is committed to fostering industry growth while serving West Virginians with essential services like fuel, food, and convenience.

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Your Essential Connection in West Virginia

OMEGA offers three types of membership: Convenience Store Members, Petroleum Marketer Members, and Grocer Members, all of which play a vital role in providing fuel, food, and essentials across West Virginia. As a liaison with state and national agencies, OMEGA works closely with organizations like NACS, PMAA, FMI, and the N.G.A. to advocate on behalf of its members.

We keep members informed through newsletters, legislative updates, an online resource hub, and educational seminars. Additional member benefits include access to the Encova Workers’ Compensation Discount Program and participation in our annual Trade Expo and fundraising efforts for children’s charities. OMEGA is here to support, advocate, and enhance the success of our industry members.

Customer service is at the heart of the food retail industry. In a time when the industry is experiencing an unprecedented pace of change, it’s important to remember our roots and showcase those in our industry who exemplify our customer service values every day.

By: David Fikes, Vice President of Communications and Consumer/Community Affairs, Food Marketing Institute <img src="http://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/2016-store-manager-award-winners.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="2016 Store Manager Award Winners" title="2016 Store Manager Award Winners" style="float: right; margin: 10px;" /> Customer service is at the heart of the food retail industry. In a time when the industry is experiencing an unprecedented pace of change, it’s important to remember our roots and showcase those in our industry who exemplify our customer service values every day. During <a href="http://www.fmiconnect.net/">FMI Connect</a>, we honored two of our <a href="http://www.fmi.org/about-us/awards-and-community-outreach/fmi-executive-awards/2016-award-winners">Executive Leadership Award</a> winners for their outstanding commitment to the food retail industry. Maureen Murphy, manager of consumer trends, nutrition and lifestyles for Price Chopper Supermarkets / Market 32, received the Esther Peterson Award for her exceptional consumer service. The Glen P. Woodard, Jr., Award for public affairs was awarded to Jack Brown, executive chairman of Stater Bros. Markets, for his commitment to the industry and the nation. In addition to these awards, which are two of the highest food retail industry honors , FMI Connect highlighted exceptional store managers in the grocery industry for their success spurring sales growth, providing great customer service and playing an integral role in their communities. Out of 10 finalists who traveled to Chicago for FMI Connect, the following store managers were awarded the <a href="http://www.fmiconnect.net/2016/experience-innovation/awards">2016 Store Manager Award</a>.  Category A: (1-49 Stores) Alberto Ayala, Northgate Gonzalez Market, Los Angeles, California Category B: (50-199 Stores) Piotr Soja, Big Y Foods, Inc., Northampton, Massachusetts Category C: (200+ Stores) Josh Birmingham, The Kroger Co. Columbus Division, Holland, Ohio Category D: (International) Ted Pigeon, Overwaitea Food Group, Victoria, BC, Canada 2016 Store Manager People's Pick Award Jon Wieser, Festival Foods, Green Bay, Wisconsin See how these exceptional food retailers were recognized at FMI Connect and what industry experts have to say about doing business now and in the future by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4NaShzHlR4GxS2Rhpl2HGu--dTgl4iA7">watching FMI Connect TV on YouTube</a>.  <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PL4NaShzHlR4GxS2Rhpl2HGu--dTgl4iA7" frameborder="0"></iframe>

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Supporting West Virginia Communities

OMEGA members play a vital role in West Virginia, supporting communities through substantial tax contributions and a wide-reaching presence across the state. With over 55% of the population living in border counties, our members are dedicated to serving both local and regional needs. Beyond business, we’re proud to give back, having contributed over $3.1 million to children’s charities since 2003, reflecting our commitment to making a positive difference.