Gary Cooper of Vons 2328, has been in the industry for 37 years. He has been a Checker since he started in the industry. Cooper’s hobbies include spending time at the beach, listening to a variety of music and watching movies. He looks forward to this and a lot more when the time comes to […]

Mario Padilla of Ralphs #265, has been in the industry for 21 years. He started out as a courtesy clerk and is now a Dairy/Deli Manager. Padilla’s hobbies include exercise and watching sports. When asked what inspired him to get more involved he said, “I remember when I first started out and had no idea […]

Maria Carrillo of Rite Aid #5751, has been in the industry for more than 30 years, working her way up from a cashier in 1984 to working as a pharmacy tech. Carrillo’s hobbies include cooking and making custom jewelry. When asked what inspired her to get more involved she said, “Getting to meet new employees […]

Gabriela Esparza of Central Parking in Long Beach, has been in the industry for 7 years. Esparza’s hobbies include exercise, reading and shopping. When asked what inspired her to get more involved she said, “I wanted to help my co-workers when they have a problem.” Q: How would your life be different if you were […]

Ruth Hall of Vons 2803, has been in the industry for 26 years. She started in the Service Deli and after three years was told, “You’re the Department Manager”. She has been in the same store for nearly 16 years. Hall’s hobbies include spending as much time with her family as possible and playing on […]

Ron Lobo of Ralphs #15 has been in the industry for more than 30 years. He was hired as a courtesy clerk and ripper and is currently a Produce Manager. When asked what inspired him to get more involved he said, “My rep really inspired me to be a bigger part of this. They show […]

Larry Lesley of Vons #2103 has been in the industry for 35 years. He started as a Courtesy Clerk and is now a Produce Clerk. Lesley’s hobbies include spending time with his grandchildren, sailing and playing in a rock band. When asked what inspired him to get more involved he said, “I became a steward […]

Leticia Martinez of Ralphs #139, has been in the industry for over 20 years. She started out as a courtesy clerk and is now a cashier. Martinez’s hobbies include spending time with her family and spending time outdoors. When asked what inspired her to get more involved she said, “I always wanted to help people […]

Larry Benjamin of Albertsons #6510 has been in the industry for 40 years. He started with the night crew and is now a Food Clerk and Cashier. Benjamin’s hobbies include playing and watching golf, ministry and watching sports. When asked what inspired him to get more involved he said, “I wanted to do my part […]