Dueños de supermercados independientes de NY empujan ley para protegerse de los “peces gordos” que devoran sus negocios

Por  Fernando Martínez

03 Feb 2026, 10:24 AM EST

En el ecosistema de las tiendas de comestibles independientes y bodegas, no afiliadas a las grandes cadenas, los líderes gremiales advierten que en Nueva York se está experimentando, de una forma acelerada, una tendencia que se reduce a una simple premisa: los peces gordos están devorando a los más pequeños.

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La Asociación Nacional de Supermercados (NSA) y legisladores estatales, denunciaron este lunes en un comunicado, que la distribuidora Mondelez International ha informado a los supermercados independientes que dejará de ofrecerles servicio de entrega directa a las tiendas, reservando este servicio para las grandes cadenas minoristas. 

De concretarse esta medida, los comerciantes independientes se verán obligados a comprar populares productos de esta distribuidora, que incluye conocidas marcas de galletas, comestibles en polvo, chocolates y populares bebidas, a través de mayoristas externos a un costo mucho mayor. Lo que aumentará los precios y desestabilizará aún más a las tiendas de comestibles de los vecindarios.

“Por eso estamos empujando algunas opciones legislativas que obliguen a estas distribuidoras a darnos un trato igualitario.Ellos poco a poco, han venido creando esquemas de negocios que benefician a las grandes corporaciones, dejando a un lado a los pequeños supermercados y bodegas de nuestros vecindarios, que en su mayoría son negocios familiares de inmigrantes. Muchos han cerrado en los últimos años”, indicó Anthony Peña, portavoz de NSA.

Por ello, a las puertas de un supermercado en el Alto Manhattan, legisladores, propietarios de tiendas de comestibles independientes y líderes locales se manifestaron para apoyar la aprobación de la Ley de Equidad de Precios para el Consumidor en el Sector de la Alimentación, una legislación que ya fue introducida en la Legislatura Estatal, que prohibiría la discriminación de precios contra los minoristas de tiendas independientes y aumenta el acceso a alimentos frescos y asequibles para todos los neoyorquinos.

Trato igual

Este anteproyecto patrocinado por el asambleísta estatal Micah Lasher y el senador estatal Cordell Cleare, facultaría a la fiscalía general de Nueva York para demandar a los distribuidores que ofrezcan descuentos injustos (según lo define el proyecto de ley) a las grandes cadenas minoristas sin ofrecerlos a los minoristas más pequeños. 

“La fijación de precios de forma monopolística, por parte del 1% de las grandes corporaciones multimillonarias, no solo es una amenaza para la libertad, la equidad y el capitalismo, sino también para la salud y el bienestar de nuestras familias”, razonó el senador estatal Cordell Cleare.

Según la ley, los dueños de negocios también podrían presentar demandas civiles contra las empresas que incurran en prácticas desleales.

El texto legal que ya se encuentra en los comité de la Asamblea y el Senado estatal prohíbe a los proveedores ofrecer términos de venta diferenciados, por ejemplo, precios, descuentos y plazos de pago distintos a minoristas o mayoristas, que adquieran la misma mercancía en cantidades similares.

Además, los minoristas más pequeños podrían solicitar información anonimizada respecto a los términos otorgados a compradores dominantes, tales como grandes cadenas.

También se incluyen en la legislación, recursos para impedir que los grandes compradores impongan condiciones que perjudiquen a los comercios pequeños, salvo que existan razones comerciales justificadas.

“No queremos privilegios”

“Esta ley sería un gran paso para frenar una de las prácticas de los distribuidores, que si no se modifica, nos hará desaparecer. Nosotros somos un mercado importante. De los 1,700 supermercados y groceries stores de la ciudad de Nueva York, más de 900 somos independientes. Tenemos grandes costos operativos. No queremos privilegios, ni regalos, simplemente un trato igualitario”, sostuvo Peña.

Los líderes de estos emprendimientos comerciales, comentan que estas prácticas discriminatorias, están liquidando lentamente sus negocios, porque finalmente las tiendas y almacenes de las grandes cadenas son “vecinas” a sus emprendimientos.

Este esquema induce a que de forma creciente, los consumidores perciban que comprar en supermercados y bodegas de vecindario, sea mucho más costoso. Mientras que corporaciones como Costco, Walmart y Target pueden ofrecer productos a menor costo e incluso paquetes de ofertas que para negocios familiares sería imposible.

“Vamos a poner un ejemplo. Mientras nosotros compramos un jugo de naranja Tropicana a $3,90 la unidad y tienes que obtener ganancias. Costco puede vender dos unidades por $5″, ponderó el líder de la NSA.

Los supermercados independientes, que alguna vez representaron más de la mitad de la cuota de mercado minorista de alimentos en 1981, ahora controlan solo el 27% de estos comercios.

National Supermarket Association (NSA) Inaugurates New President

Written and published by: Delvis Lendof -Jan 30

The oath of office was administered by Congressman Adriano Espaillat, followed by the introduction of the new National President of the NSA, Anthony Peña. The elected Board of Directors officially assumed their duties for the 2026–2027 term.

The  National Supermarket Association (NSA)  held its  Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony  on Thursday  , January 29, 2026 , officially welcoming its President, Anthony Peña , and the newly elected Board of Directors for the  2026–2027 term . The distinguished evening was marked by protocol, leadership, and unity. The event took place at the National Supermarket Association headquarters, located at  30-50 Whitestone Expressway, Suite 301, Flushing, NY 11354 , and brought together NSA members, strategic partners, sponsors, government officials, and supermarket industry leaders.

Subsequently, members of the Executive Board addressed the audience  , including  Frank Felix Zapata , Vice President of the NSA;  Jorge Guillen , Secretary General; and  Pedro Goico , Treasurer. Likewise, the  Consul General of the Dominican Republic in New York, Jesús (Chú) Vásquez , offered words of encouragement, urging everyone to maintain unity and leadership within the organization.

Similarly,  Don Pablo Espinal , past president and founding member of the NSA, shared an inspiring message based on the history and values ​​of the institution, while former president  William Rodríguez also  encouraged those present to continue working for the strengthening of the Association.

Former President  Samuel Collado  offered reflections on the legacy and future projection of the NSA.

The  Oath of Office  was administered by  Congressman Adriano Espaillat , followed by the introduction of the new  National President of the NSA, Anthony Peña . The newly elected Board of Directors officially assumed their duties for the  2026–2027 term , headed by  Anthony Peña  as National President,  Frank Felix Zapata  as Vice President,  Jorge Guillen  as Secretary General, and  Pedro Goico  as Treasurer, along with Board members  Jose Azcona, Ivan Bueno, Anthony Espinal, Jason Ferreira, Jose Arturo Payamps, Frank Pimentel, and Angel Rafael Nuñez .

Among the distinguished attendees was  Ydanis Rodríguez , along with other New York City government officials, underscoring the strong relationship between the  National Supermarket Association  and city leadership. Founded in  1989  by Hispanic business owners, the National Supermarket Association continues to strengthen its role as a leading trade organization representing the interests of independent supermarket owners in New York City and other urban markets on the East Coast, the Mid-Atlantic region, and Florida.

The Association offers direct representation in both the public and private sectors and advocates for issues impacting the supermarket industry. Its current membership represents approximately  700 supermarkets , mostly Hispanic-owned, serving diverse communities of color.

National Supermarket Association to Swear in New Leadership for 2026–2027 Term

January 26, 2026 by Hernando Ramírez-Santos

The National Supermarket Association (NSA) will mark a leadership milestone Jan. 29, 2026, as it hosts its inaugural swearing-in ceremony for its newly elected president and board of directors, launching the 2026–2027 term.

The evening ceremony, hosted at the National Supermarket Association headquarters in Flushing, New York, will formally install the organization’s new leadership while signaling a renewed focus on advocacy, collaboration, and long-term growth for independent grocers.

A Formal Start to a New Term

The National Supermarket Association will open the evening with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m., followed by the official swearing-in ceremony at 8 p.m. The event will take place at the association’s headquarters at 30-50 Whitestone Expressway, Suite 301.

Organizers say the ceremony represents more than a procedural transition. Instead, it sets the tone for the association’s strategic priorities over the next two years as it continues supporting independent supermarket owners across multiple regions.

NSA members, sponsors, strategic partners, and industry leaders are expected to attend. The gathering will highlight the association’s ongoing “Shaping Tomorrow” mission for its members and the broader supermarket industry.

New Leadership, Shared Responsibility

The newly elected National Supermarket Association board of directors will serve a two-year term covering 2026 and 2027. The leadership team reflects a mix of executive experience, operational knowledge, and community engagement within the independent grocery sector.

Anthony Peña will serve as national president, leading the association through a period marked by inflationary pressures, regulatory changes, and evolving consumer demands. Frank Felix Zapata will take on the role of vice president, while Jorge Guillen will serve as general secretary. Pedro Goico will oversee financial stewardship as treasurer.

In addition, the board includes Jose “JD” Azcona, Ivan Bueno, Anthony Espinal, Jason Ferreira, Arturo Payamps, Frank Pimentel, and Angel Rafael Nuñez. Together, the board will guide policy positions, member services, and external partnerships.

According to NSA leadership, the board’s collective responsibility will center on strengthening advocacy efforts, expanding member resources, and ensuring the association remains relevant in a rapidly changing retail environment.

New York democrats push to allow wine sales in supermarkets

New York democrats push to allow wine sales in supermarkets

by Nicolas Dubina

Thu, June 5th 2025 at 7:44 PM

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York democrats and business leaders gathered at the state capital to advocate for a bill that could end the state's long-standing prohibition on wine sales in supermarkets. Since the 1930s, New Yorkers have been unable to purchase wine at supermarkets, a restriction still in place in only 10 states.

Joseph Alston, Director of Government Affairs for The Business Council of New York State, said, "This is literally a common sense bill, and it’s been a while. 1934. That’s a long time. The world has changed, and we're not in prohibition anymore."

The proposed state assembly bill introduced by Democrats would allow licensed supermarkets to sell wine in sealed containers, such as bottles and cans. The bill also includes measures to protect liquor store owners, who fear the change could negatively impact their sales.

Assemblymember Pam Hunter, representing the 128th District in Syracuse, explained, "We put in a 500-foot rule where an established grocery store cannot be in proximity of an established liquor store of 500 feet."

Some residents, like Butch, who did not provide a last name, expressed support for the bill. "Well it took them long enough. They’ve been doing it out west for years it’s a great idea, what took you so long?" he said.

Butch also addressed concerns about potential impacts on liquor stores, saying, "Well being a loyal customer here if they keep the prices it's not gonna hurt, because you know the grocery stores are gonna jack it up through the roof and it's going to be a convenience thing. So I don’t see a problem with that at all, none."

Mark, another resident who did not provide a last name, added, "It might but competition is good. They can start selling other things, coke, pepsi whatever."

Supermarkets argue the change will create new jobs. Nelson Eusebio, Director of Government Affairs for the National Supermarket Association, said, "We're going to hire more people at supermarkets. We’re going to hire more people to deliver the product. We’re going to hire more people to warehouse the product."

Democrats are pushing for a vote on the bill before the legislative session ends in a week. Liz Krueger, a New York State Senator from the 28th District in Manhattan, commented on the bill's prospects, "Never be confident until all the votes have been counted in Albany. But this is farther along than we have ever been before. And we amended the bill, so it addresses many many of the concerns that Pam and I were hearing from the industry, and businesses and consumers around the state."

The bill would also allow supermarkets to hold wine tastings, further expanding their offerings.

SuperFresh, KeyFood and other NYC grocers make push to sell wine in their stores

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The National Supermarket Association (NSA), which represents independent supermarkets across NYC -- including Superfresh, KeyFood, Met Foodmarkets, Foodtown and at least 34 other stores -- is urging lawmakers to modernize state liquor laws and allow grocery stores to sell wine.

“For decades, our supermarkets have served as the cornerstone of food access in New York’s underserved neighborhoods,” Nelson Eusebio, director of government relations for the NSA, noted in a press release. “We are not corporate giants -- we are small, family-owned businesses fighting to survive in an increasingly difficult market. Allowing grocery stores to sell wine is not just about fairness; it’s about ensuring the survival of the independent supermarkets that so many communities rely on.”

The NSA argued that the current prohibition on wine sales in grocery stores is an outdated policy that harms consumers, local grocers and New York’s own wine industry.

“With operating costs rising and competition from corporate chains and online retailers increasing, independent grocers are being denied an important revenue opportunity that could help them remain competitive and keep prices affordable for customers,” the press release continued.

The push for wine sales in NYC grocery stores is not new: Similar bills have been floated in the past but have not succeeded, thanks in part to strong opposition from liquor store owners.

“We only sell two products -- wine and liquor,” Michael Correra, a Bay Ridge liquor store owner and the executive director of the Metropolitan Package Store Association, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to representing the business interests of more than 3,000 liquor stores in New York state, told the Advance/SILive last year when a similar bill was being considered.

“Taking one of those products away would kill us,” Correra continued. “There is a tremendous amount of empty stores throughout the city and state already; the last thing we need is more.”

Correra, who voiced his opposition to this new bill in his monthly newsletter, said the legislation is in the best interest of “billionaire-backed supermarkets,” not the small store owners who rely on wine sales to stay afloat.

“Big box supermarkets, including Wegmans, ShopRite, Stop & Shop, and Whole Foods (which is owned by Amazon), are once again propelling legislation posing a serious threat to independent, family-owned liquor stores …,” he noted. “We’ve seen the harmful effects of Wine in Groceries (WIGS) in Colorado, where independent package stores have been forced to close, causing hundreds to lose their jobs so far… According to the Denver Gazette, industry experts speculate as many as 400 local wine and liquor stores in the state will close by 2026.”

But the NSA refuted those claims, pointing to a report by John Dunham & Associates that found that independent liquor stores continued to succeed by focusing on curated selections, craft spirits and personalized customer service.

And many lawmakers are already on board.

“New York’s laws around wine sales haven’t been updated in nearly a century, and it’s time for a real conversation about modernizing them in a way that benefits everyone -- small business owners, consumers, and wineries alike,” said New York State Sen. Leroy Comrie.

Assemblymember Stefani Zinerman called the legislation a “win for consumers, local businesses, and our state’s thriving wine industry.”

“This reform will make life more convenient for working families while providing a much-needed boost to New York’s vineyards and wineries, helping them flourish in a competitive market,” Zinerman said. “It’s time for New York to join the majority of the country in embracing this practical and beneficial change.”

National Supermarket Association opens New England branch

The National Supermarket Association, a trade association representing over 700 independently owned supermarkets, will open headquarters in downtown Providence, Rhode Island for its newly established New England chapter. The NSA is making its investment in Providence without any economic or tax incentives from the state or city.

Founded in 1989, the National Supermarket Association is a trade association representing the interests of independent grocery stores across the East Coast. Today’s announcement caps over eighteen months of discussions between Lieutenant Governor Matos and NSA leadership, during which the Lieutenant Governor has advocated for the selection of Rhode Island for NSA’s headquarters based on the state’s central location, competitive business costs, and rich talent pool. 

Through membership with the NSA, grocery stores can access exclusive vendor programs, receive technical assistance, benefit from proactive and reduced-rate food safety inspections, and participate in other programs meant to reduce supply and administrative costs and keep their products affordable. Over 700 grocery stores from Massachusetts to Florida are already members of the NSA. Independent grocery stores create 3,000 jobs and over $420 million in annual sales in Rhode Island, and over $15 billion in annual sales across New England. 

The NSA specializes in opening grocery stores in communities and neighborhoods which are underserved by traditional grocery chains. In Rhode Island, over one in four census tracts are designated as low income and low access to fresh food, and nearly half of all Rhode Islanders of color live in one of these neighborhoods. As part of its work in the region, the NSA will seek opportunities to eliminate food deserts by bringing locally owned grocery stores with affordable, nutritious, and culturally relevant food to these underserved areas.

New York Tech and National Supermarket Association Team Up to Support Access to Education

New York Institute of Technology and the National Supermarket Association (NSA), a trade association representing more than 200 members who own 400 supermarkets in New York and other cities throughout the East coast, Mid-Atlantic region, and Florida, are teaming up to help provide access to education to NSA members, their employees, and their families. 

The related missions of the two organizations provide a strong foundation for this collaboration. The NSA, founded in 1989 by Hispanic entrepreneurs, is committed to supporting education for its members’ approximately 20,000 employees and their families. For more than 60 years, New York Tech has been guided by its mission to provide all qualified students access to opportunity to receive a career-oriented professional education and is recognized for the diversity and social mobility of its student body. 

Beginning with the spring 2023 semester, NSA will promote information about New York Tech undergraduate programs to its members, their employees, and their families. New York Tech’s School of Management M.B.A. programs will also be promoted in this relationship. Accepted students are eligible for scholarships; NSA scholarships will cover at least 25 percent of related students’ full-time tuition.

“As we work to develop new channels and opportunities to provide access to education, New York Tech is committed to actively engaging with employers such as NSA to create pathways for traditional and nontraditional students seeking a college education,” said Jerry Balentine, D.O., provost and executive vice president at New York Tech. “This partnership model is one we hope to emulate with additional employers, and we applaud NSA for advocating for education among its members and their employees.”

“Our entrepreneurial drive led us to open supermarkets a few decades ago in what had been economically depressed, primarily minority neighborhoods. Today, this same vision that strengthened and enhanced our communities extends in many ways, including our dedication to helping people earn a college degree. We believe that our community members interested in pursuing higher education will find a place for themselves at New York Tech,” said Samuel Collado, NSA president.

The two organizations will also work together to provide internship, experiential learning, and other career-related opportunities. For example, NSA will be invited to New York Tech career fairs and related events, and NSA members will consider qualified New York Tech candidates for internships and job opportunities. The two will also collaborate on fundraising efforts in support of student scholarships, and NSA will encourage its members to support New York Tech’s Grizzly Cupboard food pantries, part of the Bear Bytes initiative, which provides students with food as well as health and wellness resources and information.

“A deep relationship between an organization such as NSA and New York Tech in multiple areas, including access to academic programs for NSA employees, internships and career opportunities for New York Tech students, and professional development and employee training for the supermarket owners, provides tremendous benefits to both organizations,” said Rajendra Tibrewala, professor of operations and supply chain management in the School of Management, who spearheaded the effort to develop the university’s relationship with NSA. 

ANNOUNCING THE COLLECTIVE ACTION TO PROTECT OUR STORES” COALITION

For Immediate Release 
Date: January 9, 2023

ANNOUNCING THE COLLECTIVE ACTION TO PROTECT OUR STORES” COALITION

Led By National Supermarket Association, Initial Members Are The Bodega and Small Business Group, and the Metro Supermarket Association

 Coalition Will Call Attention and Demand Changes to Protect Retail from Rising Theft

NEW YORK -  With supermarkets, bodegas, grocery stores and other retail suffering under an INCREASE IN GRAND LARCENY, a coalition called Collective Action to Protect our Stores (CAPS) has come together to demand changes and accountability so workers and consumers are safe when shopping. The coalition is led by the independent supermarkets of the National Super Market Association and the founding members are the National Supermarket Association, the Bodega and Small Business Group, and the Metro Supermarket Association. The coalition announced itself in a letter to Gov. Hochul, Mayor Adams, and state and city legislative leaders and members. 

As the letter says: “New Yorkers expect and deserve to feel safe when they shop– but right now, for too many, they simply do not. This impacts the stores that lose money, workers who are harmed, and consumers who are worried about feeling safe to shop. This is an entirely untenable situation, and something must be done to rectify it before more stores close or workers are harmed.  As you set forth your visions in the State of the State and State of the City, we urge you to take these recommendations under consideration. We expect more organizations and companies to join us in the weeks and months ahead.” 

The coalitions asks are:

NYPD AND DISTRICT ATTORNEY UNITS: Dedicated NYPD Unit and DA Units for retail theft.

HARM ON HARM: Call on prosecutors to use harm on harm to request bail for repeat theft offenders, and we call on judges to use this tool (harm on harm) to set bail.

SUPPORT FOR KEY LEGISLATION:

Raise assaults on retail employees and owners to a class D felony. 

Call for legislation to combine charges to upcharge theft (from petit larceny to grand larceny).

Support Albany legislation to create a new offense of fostering the sale of stolen goods and make it a class A misdemeanor.

PSA CAMPAIGN: New York City should launch and run a public service announcement (PSA) campaign against shoplifting.

ACCOUNTABILITY: No more finger-pointing.  We must hold every level of the criminal justice system accountable for doing their part to tackle this issue, including NYPD, DAs, Judges and elected officials.

The full text of the letter is below

Collective Action to Protect our Stores


Governor Kathy Hochul

Mayor Eric Adams 

Speaker Carl Heastie

Leader Stewart-Cousins

Speaker Adrienne Adams 

Acting Chief Judge Anthony Cannataro

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg

Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark

Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz

Staten Island District Attorney Michael McMahon

To New York’s Leaders:

New York City’s independent supermarkets, bodegas, and grocers are the backbones of our communities. We employ thousands of New Yorkers, and every day we provide New Yorkers with access to fresh produce, necessary home goods like diapers and formula, and other items families need.

We take our responsibility seriously.  During the height of the pandemic, we were essential workers who risked our lives to keep this city alive. We lost people in those early days of Covid, but we are proud of our work. Beyond Covid, when the big stores pulled out of New York City in the 70’s and ’80s, we were the ones who stepped in to make sure these communities were not without access to food. We also look like the communities we serve. We are people of color and immigrants from all over the world. We love our communities because we are our communities. 

However, we are in trouble. A rise in larceny cases has hit independent supermarkets hard. Indeed, some have hired private security. Some robberies have been as high as $72,000. We have been assaulted, terrorized, and our physical and mental health jeopardized. 

That is why we are writing you today to announce the formation of the Collective Action to Protect our Stores (CAPS), initially made up of:

 
National Supermarket Association

Bodega and Small Business Group 

Metro Supermarket Association 

THE GOALS OF OUR COALITION ARE SIMPLE.

NYPD AND DISTRICT ATTORNEY UNITS: Dedicated NYPD Unit and DA Units for retail theft.

HARM ON HARM: Call on prosecutors to use harm on harm to request bail for repeat theft offenders, and we call on judges to use this tool (harm on harm) to set bail.

SUPPORT FOR KEY LEGISLATION:

Raise assaults on retail employees and owners to a class D felony. 

Call for legislation to combine charges to upcharge theft (from petit larceny to grand larceny).

Support Albany legislation to create a new offense of fostering the sale of stolen goods and make it a class A misdemeanor.

PSA CAMPAIGN: New York City should launch and run a public service announcement (PSA) campaign against shoplifting.

ACCOUNTABILITY: No more finger-pointing.  We must hold every level of the criminal justice system accountable for doing their part to tackle this issue, including NYPD, DAs, Judges and elected officials.

New Yorkers expect and deserve to feel safe when they shop– but right now, for too many, they simply do not. This impacts the stores that lose money, workers who are harmed, and consumers who are worried about feeling safe to shop. This is an entirely untenable situation, and something must be done to rectify it before more stores close or workers are harmed. 

As you set forth your visions in the State of the State and State of the City, we urge you to take these recommendations under consideration. We expect more organizations and companies to join us in the weeks and months ahead. As New York’s political leaders, we look forward to working with you to make our communities safer and ensure our stores and customers feel comfortable coming to work and entering our stores. 

Signed:

National Supermarket Association

Bodega and Small Business Group 

Metro Supermarket Association 

CC:

Members of the Senate 

Members of the Assembly

Members of the New York City Council

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The National Supermarket Association (NSA) Celebrated its 33rd Anniversary with a Breaking Barriers Theme, Highlighting Member of the Year Company of the Year

The National Supermarket Association (NSA) Celebrated its 33rd Anniversary with a Breaking Barriers Theme, Highlighting Member of the Year Anthony Pena and Company of the Year Cibao Meat Products

Foxwoods Resorts Casino, CT – On Saturday, December 3, the National Supermarket Association hosted its Annual Gala, celebrating 33 years of operations and breaking barriers.   The Annual Gala was a tremendous success; it was attended by nearly 1,000 NSA members, industry leaders, corporate supporters, politicians, and community leaders. 

Every year the National Supermarket Association recognizes one of its members with the NSA Eligio Peña Member of the Year Award. This year the award was given to Anthony Peña, who demonstrated a significant commitment to the Association and a passion for helping others. Anthony Pena chaired the NSA trade show host committee and organized one of the most successful events.  

The Company of the Year Award was given to Cibao Meat Products, a longtime partner of the Association who has delivered excellent customer service and has a passion for giving back to our communities. Cibao Meat Products has set itself apart as a leader in the industry by providing high-quality meats for over 50 years.  

The NSA also announced the partnership with Goya Cares, a global initiative to combat human trafficking.  NSA Cares raised $10,000 during the gala through guest donations, which was then matched by Goya, NSA, and Cibao Meat Products 

“It is an honor and a privilege to serve as President of the National Supermarket Association,” said the President of the National Supermarket Association, Samuel Collado. “I am thankful to our members who inspire me daily and our supporters - without them, we would not be where we are today.”

“Seeing the industry come together to celebrate the hard work of the association and the members that make up the association is extraordinary,” said Nallely de Jesus, Vice President and Chair of the gala committee. “Every year, the NSA family grows stronger and wider, and we look forward to continuing that growth into the next generation and beyond.”