Raley's Greg Corrigan Shares Why You Should Honor Your Produce Managers


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Wed. November 25th, 2015 - by Christofer Oberst

SACRAMENTO, CA – Raley’s Greg Corrigan joined AndNowUKnow to share a few reasons why everyone in the industry should honor their retail produce managers. Listen to the full interview above, or keep reading for a brief summary of what Greg had to say.

Greg Corrigan, Raley's Senior Director of Produce and Chairman of United Fresh's Retail-Foodservice BoardThe Senior Director of Produce and Floral and Chairman of United Fresh’s Retail-Foodservice Board felt strongly about the program, noting that it’s a powerful way for retailers to recognize their produce managers for their hard work and commitment to the industry.

The produce team leaders out there work really hard,” Greg tells me. “It’s a great opportunity for us to recognize them and honor them for selling our great products and connecting with not only our customers, but the communities out there. 

Nominations are now being accepted for the United Fresh Produce Association’s upcoming Retail Produce Managers Award, and the deadline is fast approaching. The award honors top retail produce managers for their commitment to fresh produce, innovative merchandising, community service, and customer satisfaction.

2015 Retail Produce Manager Award Winners

Submit your nomination before January 5, 2016 to make sure your top retail produce manager can be recognized before the industry. Click the green button below to begin the nomination process.

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As we previously reported, Greg noted that this program was a “very important aspect of staff development at Raley’s.” When I asked him to elaborate, he said that some of the retailer’s past winners have been promoted to other positions within the company.

“It’s a great way to develop your teams and recognize those guys that are top performers at your organization,” he said, noting that the award-winners come back from the event motivated to work even harder for their company.

In case you need even more convincing, check out our previous article on the “3 Reasons Why the Produce Industry Should Honor Produce Managers.”


Don’t miss the window to nominate your produce manager. Click here to start nominating them today.

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