In April, the Vermont Grocers Association and Vermont Retail Association merged to create the Vermont Retail and Grocers Association (VRGA). Jim Harrison, president of the new organization, announced the recent election of its first Board of Directors.
President: Todd Keyworth, owner and operator of the Harborside Harvest Market and Lake Champlain Clothing Company
Vice Chair for Public Policy: Marc Sherman, owner and operator of Stowe Mercantile
Vice Chair for Operation: Dwight LaFountain, General Manager with Champlain Oil Company
Vice Chair for Membership: Bob Diaco, co-owner and operator of Signarama of Vermont
Past Chair: Bonnie Hawley, owner and operator of Hawley’s Florist
“This is an exciting time for Vermont retailers and grocers.” Harrison noted. “With its expanded resources and unified membership, VRGA stands poised to represent members more powerfully in Montpelier, as well as to offer an enhanced array of benefits and services.”