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El Centro offers ‘super’ Retail Management Certificate
El Centro College has partnered with the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) to provide a new Retail Management Certificate as part of this industry organization’s ongoing mission to provide quality education and career opportunities for their employees. The White House recently lauded the Retail Management Certificate as part of President Barack Obama's Upskill Initiative that focuses on realizing the full potential of America’s... Read More
WGU Announces New Scholarships as Part of Ongoing WAFC Partnership
Our partner's at Western Governors University (WGU) recently announced a new scholarship opportunity for eligible Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) employees. WGU will award five WGU Western Association of Food Chains Scholarships to employees of WAFC companies for any of its College of Business or College of Information Technology bachelor’s or master’s degree programs. The scholarships, each valued at up to $2,500 ($625 per... Read More
WAFC Aligns Certificate Program with Retail Competencies
Recently, the Retail Management Certificate (RMC) was recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL) for the value it brings to the retail sector and has been featured as a case study on the DOL's Competency Model Clearinghouse website. READ THE FULL CASE... Read More
Retail Management Certificate Featured
We are pleased to share a recent article in the May 2015 issue of Shelby Report featuring the Retail Management... Read More
Retail Management Certificate formally recognized at the White House
Last Friday, April 24th, 2015, our industry-driven Retail Management Certificate was formally recognized at the White House, during an important convening on Upskilling America. The WAFC’s recognition was predicated on the 2015 commitment our partner companies made to support of the Retail Management Certificate with specific enrollment and completion goals. The WAFC Board of Directors represent a significant “employer voice”, and our... Read More
Laura Bush and Magic Johnson to Keynote WAFC Annual Convention
We are looking forward to this year's WAFC annual convention with Laura Bush, Magic Johnson, and many other inspiring presenters and food retail industry leaders. This year's event is on track to be the most attended convention to date. Come experience this unique forum for learning, networking, and business collaboration. May 2-6, 2015 JW Marriott Desert Springs Palm Desert, CA Register... Read More
Fred Meyer employees share their experiences with the Retail Management Certificate
Special thanks to the Fred Myer team for helping highlight the benefits of the Retail Management Certificate... Read More
First Superior Markets Cohort Completes Retail Management Certificate
Superior Markets' first cohort of Retail Management Certificate graduates, were honored earlier this month at an awards luncheon. The first cohort was comprised of 30 graduates. Congratulations to all graduates and a special thanks to instructors, Sharon Fantroy and Mike Acheson, who shepherded this first cohort through the... Read More
Brookshire Grocery named Employer of Excellence in ETX by Workforce Commission
Brookshire Grocery Company (Brookshire's) received the Local Employer of Excellence Award for the Workforce Solutions East Texas area in November 2014. The Local Employer of Excellence Award honors private-sector employers that are actively involved with their local workforce board and have made a positive impact on employers, workers and the community. Brookshire's has been part of the East Texas community since 1928. In 2012, Brookshire's... Read More
U.S. Grocer Shopper Trends
To better understand changes in the grocery industry, the Food Marketing Institute and the Hartman Group have joined together to survey and evaluate 5 key trends. Access the full report... Read More