Emerging Female Leaders (EFL)

EFL is a share group designed specifically for up-and-coming female leaders within the independent grocery industry, sponsored by Women Grocers of America.

Mission: To promote an increased individual leadership impact through the development of the skills necessary for success in advanced levels of leadership responsibility and create impactful connections across the industry.

Target Candidate: A female within the independent grocery industry with a minimum of two (2) years of experience who is beginning to lead within their organization and looking to continue their career advancement in the industry.  Application is required to be accepted into the share group.

Program will consist of two in-person meetings held in the spring and fall. Each in-person meeting will be a two-day event.

Program will also provide for two additional virtual touch points throughout the year to provide a continued space for learning and building industry relationships.

Cost of the program is $1,350 per meeting.  Cost includes most meals.  Travel and accommodation expenses are additional to be covered by the attendee.

Scholarships: Scholarship are available to accepted applicants.  Applications for scholarships must be submitted with applications to the program for consideration.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2023 (spring meeting)

It is required for each applicant to attend both in-person sessions for the program to be effective.

Term: There will be a three-year cap on involvement with the EFL Share Group. Members may then apply for the EXFL Share Group.