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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.

It’s also important for food retailers and their employees to participate in the wider community, the one that stretches farther than the local neighborhood and encompasses the entire nation. A recent study conducted by BIPAC revealed that 52 percent of those who got information from their employer said it lead them to register to vote

By: Julie Schrei, Political Affairs Director, Food Marketing Institute <img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/get-out-the-vote-2017-logo.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=c4477f6e_1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="Get Out the Vote 2017 Logo" title="Get Out the Vote 2017 Logo" style="float: right; margin: 10px;" /> Successful retailers know that establishing links with the communities served is vital. That’s why food retailers support and host local food drives and volunteer for neighborhood projects. That’s why they find ways for their employees to participate in the lives of their customers beyond the confines of the grocery store. It’s also important for food retailers and their employees to participate in the wider community, the one that stretches farther than the local neighborhood and encompasses the entire nation.  A <a href="http://www.bipac.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/BIPAC_2016_Post_Election_Survey.pdf">recent study conducted by BIPAC</a> revealed that 52 percent of those who got information from their employer said it lead them to register to vote. FMI is joining dozens of other organizations and companies in supporting Employee Voter Registration Week Sept. 25-29. Every food retailer in the United States is being encouraged to take this opportunity to make sure their employees are registered to vote and are prepared to participate in our democracy. Recent history has shown that every vote in an election counts. But Americans can’t vote if they’re not registered. Employee Voter Registration Week is an effort to guarantee that the vote of every employee in the food retailing industry is counted. This initiative does not tell employees how to vote, but simply makes sure they are able to participate in decisions about the future of their country. Visit <a href="http://www.fmi.org/EmployerVotingResources">www.FMI.org/EmployerVotingResources</a> for free resources for you to use in promoting Employee Voter Registration Week: <ul> <li>Downloadable examples of e-mail messages, banners and ad graphics you can use to promote your company’s initiative.</li> <li>Important information on election rules and laws in your specific state and county</li> </ul> According to <a href="http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2017/05/15/u-s-voter-turnout-trails-most-developed-countries/">Pew Research</a>, the United States ranks 31st among 35 developed countries in terms of voter participation. This is your chance to help turn that statistic around.

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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.