Washington, D.C. — The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent grocery industry, recently announced the incoming and outgoing members of its Board of Directors during The NGA Show.  

NGA welcomed nine new members to its Board, representing a diverse cross-section of independent grocers and industry partners from across the country. The incoming Board members are: 

  • Ryan Adams, Gelson’s Markets 
  • Steve Clark, County Fair Food Stores 
  • Jeff Gross, Federated Group, Inc. 
  • Ashley Harris, Stepherson’s, Inc. 
  • Andrew Kent, Glass Gardens ShopRite 
  • Kevin McDaniel, McDaniel Family Investments dba Piggly Wiggly 
  • Jenny Osner, Hired Man’s Grocery & Grill 
  • Katie Penny, K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. 
  • Mike Semmann, Wisconsin Grocers Association 

“NGA is excited to welcome this outstanding group of industry leaders to the NGA Board of Directors,” said Greg Ferrara, President & CEO of the National Grocers Association. “Each of these individuals brings valuable perspective, deep industry experience, and a strong commitment to independent grocers. Their leadership will help guide NGA as we continue advocating for our members and strengthening the independent grocery industry.” 

NGA also expressed its sincere appreciation to the Board members who are concluding their service: 

  • John Bole, Yoke’s Foods, Inc. 
  • Emily Coborn-Wright, Coborn’s, Inc. 
  • Paula Janssen, Janssen’s Markets LLC 
  • Jon McCormick, Retail Grocers Association of Greater Kansas City 
  • Kent Montgomery, PepsiCo Inc. 
  • Lauren G.D. Redman, Rudy’s Markets, Inc. 

“We are deeply grateful to our outgoing Board members for their dedication, leadership, and service to NGA,” Ferrara added. “Their insight and guidance have helped advance our mission and strengthen the independent grocery community. We thank them for their meaningful contributions and lasting impact on NGA.” 

The NGA Board of Directors plays a critical role in shaping the association’s strategic direction and ensuring that the needs of independent grocers remain at the forefront of industry and policy discussions.