Category Archives: Member Spotlight

Member of the Week: Jessica Cruz

Jessica Cruz of Vons #1912, has been in the industry for 18 years. She started out as a courtesy clerk and is now a floral manager. Cruz’s hobbies include dancing, watching movies and listening to music. When asked what inspired her to get more involved she said, “When we went through the strike. Getting involved […]

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Member of the Week: Gay Taylor

Gay Taylor of Ralphs 76, has been in the industry for 37 years. She started as a Clerks Helper at Alpha Beta and is currently a Scan Coordinator. Taylor’s hobbies include traveling, taking pictures, visiting wineries and cruises. When asked what inspired her to get more involved she said, “I was raised union and have […]

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Member of the Week: Lidia Gonzales

Lidia Gonzales of Stater Bros. #77 has been in the industry for 16 years. She started out as a Courtesy Clerk and is currently the Service Deli Manager. Gonzales’ hobbies include taking time out and bicycle riding. When asked what inspired her to get more involved she said, “The steward that was at our store […]

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Member of the Week: Gary Cooper

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 […]

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Member of the Week: Mario Padilla

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 […]

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Member of the Week: Maria Carrillo

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 […]

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Member of the Week: Lorraine Johnson

Lorraine Johnson of CVS #8841, has been in the industry for 39 years. She started out as an ice cream scooper/office clerk, worked as a checker, moved through Human Resources and now does payroll. Johnson’s hobbies include teaching Sunday School, reading, riding her bike, grilling on the Bar-B-Q and caring for her granddaughter. She also […]

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Member of the Week: Gabriela Esparza

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 […]

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