CLVG’s January 18th quarterly virtual meeting featured a presentation by Michael Sansolo, research director with the Coca‑Cola Retailing Research, Convenience, and Supermarket Councils, sharing insights from a recent Coca‑Cola Retailing Research Council (CCRRC) study shedding light on attracting and retaining workers in the convenience retailing sector.

The discussion emphasized the importance of building a robust worker pipeline, enhancing the industry’s appeal to potential employees, and effectively communicating with employees.

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The main topics in this CLVG Vision Report include:

  • Expanding the Persuadable Applicant Pool
  • Onboarding, Engagement and Training
  • Cleaning Up Industry Image
  • Recruitment and Retentions Strategies
  • Mental Health Support and Kindness Campaigns

Plus, for bonus content, click here to read the Vision Report “TVG Loosening Tight Labor Market” from The Vision Group’s (TVG) discussion on this same topic.

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