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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

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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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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.

With the 2017 SQF International Conference right around the corner this is a good time to reflect on the fact that food safety has no borders. In today’s world people are migrating rapidly, requiring more diverse products in their diet, and obtaining their food through a variety of different vehicles. Protecting the supply chain has never been more crucial than it is today, and with regulatory and government rules and regulations increasing, implementing the SQF Program has never been more important to your business.

By: Sarah Malenich, Director, Sales & Marketing, Safe Quality Food Institute <img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/sqf-global.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=a0e7c6e_1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="SQF Global" title="SQF Global" style="float: right; margin: 10px;" /> With the <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/forms/meeting/Microsite/SQFConf-2017,0">2017 SQF International Conference</a> right around the corner this is a good time to reflect on the fact that food safety has no borders. In today’s world people are migrating rapidly, requiring more diverse products in their diet, and obtaining their food through a variety of different vehicles. Protecting the supply chain has never been more crucial than it is today, and with regulatory and government rules and regulations increasing, implementing the <a href="https://www.sqfi.com/">SQF Program</a> has never been more important to your business. Improved food safety standards, international trade and market integration are all required to address critical issues arising from the globalization of the food supply. As countries increase their demand for food ingredients and raw materials globally, the need to protect the consumer while promoting food safety, security, and quality throughout the supply chain is imperative. SQFI has developed lots of great resources and tools you can use to help keep food safe globally. We work with <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/forms/membership/CertificationDirectoryPublic/searchLogos?action=Search">33 Certification Bodies</a> and <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/forms/membership/TrainingDirectoryPublic/searchLogos?action=Search">35 official licensed training centers</a> globally. Our website and <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/documents/">code</a> can be read in 5 different languages. We have a dedicated <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/suppliers/fsma-resource-page/">FSMA resource page</a> where stakeholders can go to view information about the rules and regulations, check out our <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/wp-content/uploads/SQF-Preventive-Control-Audit-Checklist.docx" target="_blank">SQF Preventive Control Audit Checklist</a> and <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/wp-content/uploads/Produce-Safety-Rule-Addendum.docx" target="_blank">SQF Produce Safety Rule Audit Checklist</a> and get the latest updates on the <a href="https://www.fda.gov/downloads/Food/GuidanceRegulation/FSMA/UCM480038.pdf?source=govdelivery&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery">FSVP rule</a>. We have multiple <a href="http://www.sqfi.com/events">trainings and events</a> globally, as well as <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC39i4KZQ7BhAg0SzuEuAVTQ">free learning lunch webinars</a> that are done in other languages. The SQF program is recognized by retailers and foodservice providers around the world as a rigorous, credible food safety management system. It is the only certification system recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) that offers certificates for primary production, food manufacturing, distribution and agent management. With the release of Edition 8 we now also have a certification for retail and wholesale grocers. This enables suppliers to assure their customers that food has been produced, processed, prepared and handled according to the highest possible standards, at all levels of the supply chain. Additionally as a division of the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), the SQF program incorporates continual retailer feedback about consumer concerns. This information is passed on to SQF certified suppliers, keeping them a step ahead of their competitors. <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TZCMFWS">Tell us how your organization is involved with international food safety</a>.

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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.