CARLISLE, Pa. – The GIANT Company recently hosted its annual floral seminar, bringing together more than 200 floral team members for a day of professional development centered around industry trends, preparing for the holidays, and best practices. In addition, 12 team members were recognized as top performers from each region.
“Whether it’s a holiday, significant milestone, or just a bouquet to brighten your day, our floral team members always go above and beyond to make any moment special for our customers,” said Kevin Prill, category manager, floral, The GIANT Company. “As we gear up for the busy holiday season, it’s important to recognize our floral leads who provide excellent customer service by staying ahead of the floral trends and delivering professional, eye-catching designs that make a lasting impression. The success of their respective floral departments is the direct result of this dedication to their craft.”
The award recipients, recognized as top performer in their respective region, include:
- Judy Adleman, floral lead, West Grove, Pa. GIANT
- Kathy Brown, floral lead, Elizabethtown, Pa. GIANT
- Deborah Crary, floral lead, Quakertown, Pa. GIANT
- Ginny Faulkner, floral lead, Temple, Pa. GIANT
- Renay Halper, floral lead, Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. GIANT
- Dena Janicki, floral lead, Springfield, Pa. GIANT
- Kelly Keefer, floral lead, Warrington, Pa. GIANT
- Loretta Peddigree, floral lead, Jonestown Road, Harrisburg, Pa. GIANT
- Tiffany Schwarz, floral lead, Front Royal, Va. MARTIN’S
- Rhonda Stiles, floral lead, Indiana, Pa. MARTIN’S
- Wanda Wilson, floral lead, Gettysburg, Pa. GIANT
- Rachel Ziegler, floral lead, West Emmaus Ave., Allentown, Pa. GIANT
In addition, The GIANT Company recognized three vendor partners who go above and beyond in helping to deliver customer promises. Rainforest Farms & Bouquets and Syndicate Sales were each awarded Best Category Support and Balloons Everywhere received the Vendor Recognition Award.
For more information about The GIANT Company’s floral department, including arrangements to help celebrate any occasion, visit giantfoodstores.com.
About The GIANT Company
The GIANT Company believes that no matter where or how, when meals happen, families connect, and when families connect meaningfully, good happens. Guided by its brand platform, For Today’s Table®, the omnichannel retailer proudly serves millions of neighbors across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and New Jersey. With more than 35,000 talented team members supporting 193 stores, 133 pharmacies, 107 fuel stations, and over 180 online pickup hubs and grocery delivery service in hundreds of zip codes, The GIANT Company is changing the customer experience and connecting families for a better future. Founded in 1923 in Carlisle, Pa., The GIANT Company family of brands includes GIANT, MARTIN’S, GIANT Heirloom Market, GIANT Direct and MARTIN’S Direct. The GIANT Company is a company of Ahold Delhaize USA. For more information, visit the GIANT or MARTIN’S websites.
