Why Invest in Leadership Development?
Improve the Bottom Line
Grocers who invest in leadership development programs see a boost in the bottom line through increased productivity from employees that feel invested in and better prepared to face business challenges. You’ll also see reduced turnover costs.
Recruit, Train, and Retain Talent
Knowing that an organization invests in its future leaders makes it a more appealing target for candidates. For similar reasons, organizations can also expect improved retention. Many employees leave their jobs because they feel as though they’re not learning anything new, or, if they are, they don’t have the opportunity to move into a position where they can apply that knowledge.
Increase Success in Navigating Change
A lesson grocers learned during the pandemic is that change can happen quickly. A leader must not only navigate new territory, but to do so while maintaining authority, respect, and keeping the morale high. This is crucial to successfully navigating your operation through change.
NGA Foundation is dedicated to helping independent grocers invest in their number one resource – their people. Developing talented and thoughtful leaders and equipping them with the tools to navigate a dynamic and changing industry is key to the success of an independent grocer’s business.
Development Programs
The following programs are all offered to NGA members to support the leadership development goals.
Executive Leadership Development Program
Grocers have access to hands-on guidance to challenging issues in the marketplace today including nutrition incentives, healthy benefit cards, and SNAP Online.
