Discovering the ABC’s of Food Retail

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

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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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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.

One of the most impactful FMI events, the Annual Business Conference (ABC), has brought suppliers and retail partners together for face-to-face joint business planning meetings for years. The event works because it is simple, effective and focuses on creating collaboration throughout the industry. But, in this fast-paced, changing business environment that doesn’t mean things should stay the same. This year we’re adding to the event and creating ABC + Discovery, an expansion of the event’s mission that takes into account the rapidly changing face of the food retail industry.

By: Pat Walsh, Chief Business Development Officer, and Vice President of Supply Chain, Food Marketing Institute <img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/abc-business-meetings.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=9e98706e_1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="ABC Business Meetings" title="ABC Business Meetings" style="float: right; margin: 10px;" /> One of the most impactful FMI events, the Annual Business Conference (ABC), has brought suppliers and retail partners together for face-to-face joint business planning meetings for years. The event works because it is simple, effective and focuses on creating collaboration throughout the industry. But, in this fast-paced, changing business environment that doesn’t mean things should stay the same. This year we’re adding to the event and creating <a href="https://www.fmi.org/forms/meeting/Microsite/ABC2017">ABC + Discovery</a>, an expansion of the event’s mission that takes into account the rapidly changing face of the food retail industry. The “ABC” portion of the event remains the same—the opportunity for one-on-one meetings with potential new business partners or substantive discussions with existing partners. What’s new is Discovery. The event will kick off with an insightful talk combined with a social event. The talk will be given by Peri Edelstein, partner and managing director at the <a href="https://www.bcg.com/" target="_blank">Boston Consulting Group</a> and Krishnakumar (KK) Davey, president of strategic analytics at <a href="https://www.iriworldwide.com/en-US" target="_blank">IRI</a>. Their talk will provide retailers and wholesalers with insights into what and who are driving growth across the retail and CPG landscape to include growth categories, new product trends and future forecasts. In addition, each day of meetings during ABC + Discovery will wrap up with a briefing by industry experts who give attendees a deep dive into the categories their shoppers are looking for, the consumer trends that are shifting the focus of the industry, and the new players in the marketplace that can help them grow their bottom line. The ABC + Discovery experience will provide you with partnerships that begin with a handshake between suppliers, retailers and wholesalers. But just as importantly, you’ll also get valuable information attendees have told FMI they want and need, including: <ul> <li>Product category innovations;</li> <li>Trends shaping the industry your business can benefit from;</li> <li>Insights into today’s shopper; </li> <li>Latest brands; and </li> <li>New in-store formats.</li> </ul> Learn more about <a href="https://www.fmi.org/forms/meeting/Microsite/ABC2017">ABC + Discovery</a>, September 17 – 20 in Chicago, IL.

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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.