"My family has been in the convenience store industry for over 40-yrs. In that time, we have been associated with many organizations. TGCA has been and will continue to be a valuable tool for our success. The networking, education, relationships, and the Member Programs, help us in our day-to-day operations. Last year alone, we were able to save $20,000 in operating expenses because of the programs created by TGCA. I'm sure they will do the same for you."
Cary Rabb
Wag-A-Bag
Member Benefits
In addition to all TGCA events and government representation, members have access to a network of recommended serices that enable you to improve your business as well as your profits. All TGCA benefit providers were chosen for their competitive rates and outstanding service.
Please contact these providers to learn more about the benefits available to TGCA members.
ATM Services TGCA recommends Cord Financial Services and Access Cash. Access Cash (Technique Data System)
is a leader in the field of non-financial institution ATM deployers. Cord Financial Servicesoffers ATM Sales, processing and placements to TGCA members at a member only rate. With TGCA's program you'll receive more money per transaction than with other programs, and generate additional income.
For additional information, contact Rick Johnsonwith TGCA at 800/856-8342.
Coupon Redemption Program TGCA Coupon Redemption Serviceprovides an efficient, low-cost coupon processing program and clearinghouse for retailers. This accurate and reliable sorting and counting service has provided members with quick payments, free of hassles or worry for more than 40 years.
For additional information, contact Esmeralda Floreswith TGCA at 800/856-8342.
Electronic Fund Transfers
The SHAZAMnetwork was founded in 1976 by community financial institutions wanting a voice in the delivery of electronic convenience to their customers. The network currently supports more than 10,000 merchants in 42 states and more than 1,600 financial institutions, SHAZAM hold endorsements from 12 industry trade organizations. With field offices in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, & Wisconsin, SHAZAM is one of the largest shared EFT networks in the Midwest. For additional information, visit SHAZAM at www.shazam.net.
Monthly Headline News
Headline News is an informative monthly newsletter distributed to TGCA members. Members can find important information on industry events and issues. It also provides upcoming information on conventions, conferences, golf tournaments, and other events for TGCA and TGCA's local chapters.
Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Shield TGCA has partnered with Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. to provide your employees with protection of their legal rights, security for their families, and peace of mind knowing that they have access to an experienced law firm. They also offer them identity theft protection with the
Identity Theft Shield.
Do you think your employees wished they had legal services because of: Lost security deposits, moving traffic tickets, need to prepare a will, an IRS audit, and/or overcharged for a repair. For a low monthly fee, you and your employees can have access to legal services to cover your most common legal needs.
The services include: preventive legal services, motor vehicle legal services, trial defense services,
IRS audit legal services, will preparation, other legal services, identity theft restoration services, and identity theft monitoring. Benefits administration can often time be a burden. Not so with Pre-Paid Legal. There are no claim forms, no deductibles, no cancellation forms, and billing is once a month and can be done electronically. Your employees can also never use the Pre-Paid Legal Plan against you.
Patrick Melvinwill make a personal on-site visit to discuss their benefits options, answer questions, and enroll your employees. We have many members that have enrolled and have had excellence experiences utilizing Pre-Paid Legal's Services:
Smart Stops, C.D. Hartnett, Double D Food & Fuel, North Central Distributors and Atkinson-Crawford Sales are just a few. There has been no LESS than a 75% participation among the employees even though it is 100% employee paid.
Give Patricka call at 817/925-1628 and discover for yourself this valuable, no cost benefit for your employees.
Texas Grocery & Convenience Educational Foundation
Every year the Texas Grocery & Convenience Educational Foundation (TGCEF) awards scholarships to deserving students who are employees or the sons or daughters of employees of TGCA members. These scholarships honor TGCA's commitment toward a higher education for our younger generations.
Website & On-Line Buyers' Guide
TGCA's website www.txgca.orgprovides information on all TGCA activities, and includes an On-Line Buyer's guide is a one-stop-shop for retailers to facilitate finding local suppliers and wholesalers of products or services. It is searchable by product categories and lists companies' names and contact information.
Worker's Comp TGCA has partnered with First Cardinal of Texasto form the Mercantile Trust of Texas. Members with good experience and loss ratios have enjoyed a 10-15% savings on their annual premiums and also have the possibility of a dividend, based on the success of the trust, approval of Texas Department of Insurance, and approval of the Board of Trustees.
For additional information, contact Rick Johnson,
TGCA at 800/856-8342 or contact Raeschel Parker, First Cardinal of Texas: 469/713-5362, 877/839-2667 x5362.
YED - Young Executives Division The YED is designed to involve the next generation of leaders in our industry. YED is a leadership committee of TGCA and provides opportunities for young executives to network with their peers from every segment of the industry as well as mentor others who have established their leadership within their organization.
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