Meet Terrell, Store Leader at Giant Eagle in North Canton, OH

This month, we celebrate Black History Month by recognizing the achievements and contributions of our Team Members. In our series of honoring such contributors, we're excited to introduce you to Terrell, Store Leader at Giant Eagle.

Describe your role and career journey at Giant Eagle.

Currently, I am working as a Store Leader. I joined Giant Eagle in 1997 as an apprentice meat cutter. Three years later, I became a journeyman meat cutter, moved to being an assistant meat team leader, and finally was promoted to a meat team leader in 2009. The next year, I completed training to become a master trainer.

A few years later, I was promoted to MIC (Manager in Charge) and began training for the position of store leader. After finishing the course, I was selected as a store leader and have been working as such for the last three years.

What do you think about the workplace culture here at Giant Eagle?

I feel Giant Eagle has made great strides when it comes to creating a workplace where everyone can bring their whole self to work and not feel ashamed of who they are. The Inclusion, Equity & Diversity committees have been especially impactful in this way.

Describe the impact Giant Eagle’s Business Resource Groups (BRG) have on the company, our Team Members, and our culture.

I feel the impact the BRGs has had on the company is tremendous. I along with other Team Members, have been able to educate ourselves and learn together through diverse conversations.

How has the B.L.A.C.C. BRG improved the workplace culture?

Our B.L.A.C.C. BRG has improved the culture through education, by bringing together Team Members of different backgrounds and providing an opportunity to share personal experiences in our own lives. I really enjoy the freedom to speak because we all have a story to tell, and I love hearing and learning from others.

Tell us about one of your favorite family traditions. Why is it special to you?

One of my favorite traditions is when my family comes together to celebrate Christmas. We all gather around the Christmas tree and sing Silent Night by the temptations; it is something my family has done for more than 40 years, and now my kids and grandkids are experiencing it, as well.

If you were to send a message to the world, what that would be?

Live your life to the fullest while making a difference in the lives of others.

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Black History Month at Giant Eagle

This month, we honor Black history, an annual recognition of Black achievements and contributions of Black people throughout American and global history. This is a special time to celebrate the richness and diversity of Black culture in the United States and around the world. It is also a time to recognize both the very positive and difficult elements of Black history. This month’s theme is ‘Good for the Body, Good for the Soul,’ which honors the intersection of food and Black culture and prompts us to focus on aspects of life − people, activities, food, and events – that positively affect us because they are good for the body and soul.

This month’s purpose is to honor Black history and culture through education, good food, and involvement, and we're thrilled to provide a variety of activities for Team Members to get involved all month long.