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The Florida Grocery Council of the Florida Retail Federation represents the major grocery chains operating in Florida along with hundreds of smaller independent chains and stores. John Rogers is very active in lobbying on behalf of grocery retailers, and representing them in the regulatory process. The Council works to keep its members aware of legislative issues and events affecting the success of the retail grocery industry.

Independent Grocer Membership

Why should I join the Florida Grocery Council?

The Florida Retail Federation is the leading advocate for food and grocery retailers at the Florida Capitol and an influential voice with legislative and regulatory agencies. FRF works for its members year-round to reduce taxes, fight over-regulation, and promote business-friendly policies. Members receive regular communications with our Team Retail legislative alerts, and up-to-date information on important changes in Florida law and regulation. FRF also provides member discounts on current educational and compliance training and materials for food retailers, including online courses in food safety and loss prevention.

Member Benefits

Lobbying Representation before legislative & regulatory bodies

Grassroots Network Increase your knowledge of the legislative process and help determine the outcome of votes by participating in FRF's Grassroots Network.

Publications
Florida Grocery Council Newsletters
Small Business Quarterly
FRF Annual Report
Legislative Outlook

Services
FRF 401(k) Advantage
FRF Rewards USA
FRF Paymaster
Workers’ Compensation Insurance
Credit Card Processing
Gift and loyalty card programs
Check guarantee program
Remote Deposit Program
Discount Shipping Program

Associate Grocer Membership

Who can join as an Associate Member of the Florida Grocery Council?

Any company that does business with retail food stores is eligible for membership in the Florida Grocery Council. Members include food and grocery product manufacturers and distributors, and companies that manufacture and distribute equipment, fixtures, commodities and services used or sold by retail food stores.

What Benefits will you receive as an Associate member of the Florida Grocery Council?

Florida’s top food and grocery retailers are members of the Florida Retail Federation, and associates of the Florida Grocery Council receive exclusive access and exposure to these companies. Associate members are invited to participate in all membership meetings and industry events, and get direct access to decision-makers at food and grocery retailers.

Florida Grocery Council Meeting Agenda (Tentative)
(click here for a .pdf)

June 19, 2013

Call to Order & Introductions
Tom Jackson, Tom Jackson Resources
John Rogers,Senior VP, Florida Retail Federation

WIC EBT Update (Pilot Launch July 1st)

OSHA Cardboard Baler Regulations

Food Safety Education Sessions - 2-3 Locations in Florida

2013 Legislative Session Results

Expansion of SNAP Benefits Distribution

Questions/Comments

Next Meeting: Summer Meeting, June 18 - 20, The Peabody, Orlando, FL

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