NGA establishes new award

The National Grocer Association (NGA) has established the Peter J. Larkin Award for Community Service in honor of Larkin's retirement at the end of 2019. The award will be presented annually to an independent retailer or wholesaler for his or her dedication and commitment to the communities he or she serves.

“Peter’s passion for our industry and the independent grocer is unwavering, but it’s the independent grocer’s commitment and service to their community that he is most proud of,” said Cheryl Sommer, chair of NGA’s board of directors and owner of Kaune’s Neighborhood Market.

Larkin’s retirement from NGA at this end of this year will cap off a nearly 40-year career in the supermarket industry. During his tenure at NGA, the organization has experienced growth in retail and wholesale membership as well as member engagement in share groups and committees and attendance at the NGA show.