Jamie Pfuhl, president of the Minnesota Grocers Association, will give a presentation on the retail food industry in Minnesota and the critical role it plays in providing safe food for Minnesotans, exciting careers and a strong foundation for local communities. The retail food industry is critical to the viability of Minnesota and Pfuhl will discuss how the industry is managing today’s challenges while simultaneously looking to the future. Pfuhl’s presentation will include an industry overview, explain the Minnesota Grocers Association role and speak to industry trends. The presentation will conclude with a highlight on the many opportunities to grow a career in this ever-changing industry.
The Minnesota Grocers Association is a state trade association representing the food retail industry since 1897. With over 200 retail members operating nearly 1,200 stores statewide, as well as 120 manufacturers and distributors, the MGA is truly the voice of the industry. Our member companies employ over 85,000 union and non-union Minnesotans. Focusing on the importance of the consumers, careers and communities, we actively advance the common interests of all those engaged in any aspect of the retail food industry as a leader and advocate in government affairs.
