Press release:
Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in New York, Northern Pennsylvania, and Vermont, was pleased to conduct its annual Tops Years of Service recognition program earlier this month.
Currently in its 23rd year, the Tops Years of Service recognition program celebrates the dedication and loyalty of our long-term associates.
To honor their many years of service, each associate who reached a 5-year milestone beginning at 25 years were invited to a celebration dinner where they were recognized for their years of service by the Executive Committee and members of Tops leadership team.
This year, Tops recognized a total of 283 associates reaching 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 year anniversaries for a grand total of 9,065 years of service.
A total of 10 honorees work at the Tops Friendly Markets in Le Roy and Batavia.
The two Le Roy store employees recognized were:
- David Remington -- 25 years
- Tim Brigham -- 25 years
The eight Batavia store employees recognized were:
- David Priolo -- 40 years
- Ann Marie Nichols -- 35 years
- Carol Merrick -- 30 years
- Tina Wolff -- 30 years
- Cathy Buckland -- 30 years
- Kathleen Goras -- 30 years
- Tammy Bickle -- 30 years
- Lee Skellon -- 25 years
Regional events were held in Buffalo at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens and in Rochester at Casa Larga Vineyards. Honorees were able to reminisce with their colleagues, as well as enjoy festivities including a compilation of memorable moments submitted be honorees, commemorative photos of the evening, a souvenir program containing honoree bios, photos, and other memorabilia, and a gift for each honoree.
"At Tops we believe in recognizing those associates who have made a long-term commitment to the grocery business, to one another, and more importantly to our company," said John Persons, president and chief operating officer for Tops Friendly Markets.
"As a locally owned and operated company based in Western New York, we take great pride in ensuring our valued associates are provided with the right tools to grow and succeed through scholarships, health improvement programs, and career advancement opportunities."
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