As the leader of the region’s second largest private employer, I know there are not many companies that have survived the economic ups and downs for the past 77 years like Raley’s. I’m reminded of this when I see companies like Comcast and Campbell Soup close their doors or Waste Connections leave the state for one that’s more business friendly.
A lot has changed since 1935 when my grandfather Tom Raley founded this company – socially, economically, and technologically – and that’s an understatement. But one thing that is consistent in our family history is that we must change with the times. If we don’t change, we won’t survive. That’s why this recent round of negotiation with the
union was so trying. They wanted things to remain the same, and that just can’t happen in a day where everyone is forced to do more with less. While I’m pleased that in the end the outcome was positive and the strike is now over, it wasn’t without impact to our business. It is my hope now that we can rebuild our customer base and show the public what’s so special about shopping at Raley’s.
As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, I speak on behalf of the entire Raley family in giving thanks for our loyal employees, customers and business partners. We are proud to be contributing economically to our community through a number of outstanding charitable partnerships including the arts, women and children’s issues, protecting the environment and feeding the hungry. With the strike behind us and with continued support from the public, we can continue to do so.
-- Michael Teel, president and CEO, Raley's
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