Connect, Grow & Serve in 2018

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.

Over the course of 2018, FMI’s CEO and staff made personal visits to more than 150 members, providing resources and information to help grow their businesses by serving their needs. This year we expanded our reach even further. New for 2018, FMI created a new membership category for product suppliers. By welcoming product suppliers into a new membership structure, FMI brings together CEOs, senior executives and future leaders to create a fully integrated organization driven by retail, wholesale and product supplier members.

By Dagmar Farr, Chief Member Relations Officer and Senior Vice President, Membership and Education, Food Marketing Institute<img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/membership.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=bd1d4d6e_1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="Membership" title="Membership" style="float: right; margin: 10px;" /> Over the course of 2018, FMI’s CEO and staff made personal visits to more than 150 members, providing resources and information to help grow their businesses by serving their needs. This year we expanded our reach even further. New for 2018, FMI created a new membership category for product suppliers. By welcoming product suppliers into a new membership structure, FMI brings together CEOs, senior executives and future leaders to create a fully integrated organization driven by retail, wholesale and product supplier members. In the Universities & Colleges membership category, we are pleased to report for 2018 that two schools joined – Collin College in Texas and Portland State University in Oregon. Be sure to follow the <a href="https://www.fmi.org/blog/view/fmi-blog/2018/10/23/university-profile-usc-marshall-food-industry-management-program-creates-intrapreneurs">FMI Blog for a profile</a> of  each University & College member’s program to learn more about how these programs benefit food retailers, wholesalers and suppliers. FMI share groups continue to be a top benefit of membership. They provide a confidential forum for noncompeting members to network, share best practices, and discuss wins and losses. FMI operates 10 share groups, and this year we are pleased to add four new members to the groups. Keeping members abreast of the vast array of benefits, resources and services FMI has to offer is a constant challenge. We continue to address this challenge by providing useful and relevant information in customized newsletters for Independent Operators and our International members. Also in 2018, wholesalers received a quarterly newsletter focused on FMI programs, resources and initiatives that provide value to wholesaler members and their customers. For more information about the various membership benefits available to FMI members, visit<a href="https://www.fmi.org/about-us"> www.fmi.org</a>. <div> </div>

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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.