Become an Agent of Change at the 2017 SQF International Conference

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.

Leading food safety experts will discuss topics identified as priority initiatives by FMI’s Food Protection Committee, including FSMA Implementation and Compliance, Recalls, Listeria prevention, and Cleaning and Sanitation.

By: Leslie Sarasin, President and CEO, Food Marketing Institute <img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/2017-sqf-conference-blog-image-09-25-17.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=238e7d6e_1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="Leslie Sarasin 2017 SQF Conference" title="2017 SQF Conference Blog Image 09.25.17" style="float: right; margin: 10px;" /> The multitude of modifications the food industry has faced in 2017 reinforces the two things I believe about change. The first is that even change I want and know is good for me, is still change and therefore challenging. The second is, given its inevitable character, each of us is either an agent of change or a victim of it. Food safety professionals have had to serve as a change agent. They’ve led efforts to transform their organization in order to understand and comply with new Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requirements and ensure a culture of food safety is embraced by all. This is no small task and I commend these professionals for their dedication and hard work you put forth to achieve these goals. With consumers more involved and interested in the safety and quality of their food, food safety continues to top the priority list for our industry and our association. Selling safe, quality food is essential to our business. While consumers trust that the products coming into their homes are safe and of the highest quality, we must diligently execute the protocols necessary to ensure that trust is warranted and maintained.   FSMA has put a spotlight on food safety, and compliance dates going into effect have changed the regulatory landscape. That, coupled with growing consumer expectations regarding food safety, means there has never been a more important time to ensure food safety professionals remain on top of the latest food safety issues, advance best practices and increase consumer confidence. That’s why I encourage you and your team to join an expanding network of food safety and quality professionals at the <a href="http://www.sqfconference.com/">12th annual SQF International Conference</a> in Dallas Texas, November 7-9, 2017. This marks the second year of SQFI’s partnership with FMI’s retail and wholesale community to bring you enhanced retail food safety education. Leading food safety experts will discuss topics identified as priority initiatives by FMI’s Food Protection Committee, including FSMA Implementation and Compliance, Recalls, Listeria prevention, and Cleaning and Sanitation. The SQF International Conference will provide a valuable and engaging experience that will help sharpen your skills, advance your career and give you the resources necessary to implement, maintain and strengthen your food safety program. You will come away from this conference better equipped to serve as the dynamic food safety agent of change you are called to be. For more information and to register, visit <a href="http://www.sqfconference.com/">www.sqfconference.com</a>. I look forward to seeing you in Dallas!

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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.