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MIR FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Bill Wild
MIRA
Chairman

Vanessa Denha-Garmo
Epiphany Communications and Coaching
Secretary

Robert Feldman
DTE Energy
Treasurer

Clifton Denha
Wine Palace
Trustee

John Denha
8 Mile Foodland
Trustee

Paul Elhindi
Corner Market
Trustee

Ken Hayward
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Trustee

Nabby Yono
Arab American/Chaldean Council
Trustee

It is important to be involved in what is happening in the gasoline and convenience store industry. MIRA is always on the cutting edge of what is going on, as well as the issues that arrive daily.”

“It’s important to promote MIRA because it is such a wonderful organization for people in our industry to become a part of so they can receive all the benefits that are available to them.”

Vickie HobbsWhitehall Shell, Columbbus OH

I believe in the effectiveness and spirit of the staff and members of this organization. I recommend that all members read the MIRA mission statement to get a sense of how important it is for everyone to promote membership.

Paul ElhindiCorner Market, Lyndhurst OH

It’s unbelievable what MIRA has been able to do. They’ve done a lot for us but just the CATax alone is the difference between making money and losing money. And now, with what they’re trying to do for us with the cigarette and tobacco tax is another battle we’re fighting to try to keep it down where things are semi-affordable for the normal wiring Joe!

Dave HilderbrandSterling One Stop & Sterling Crossing

Since we had our stores in Detroit, it was the thing to do. All store owners understood the value MIRA brought for a grocery store. Today at Market Basket of Franklin, the Nestle rebate program is great for us. Also, the DTE program is our best saver – we receive free pull-down shields to cover our dairy and produce – it, has helped our refrigeration and, has allowed us to save money on electricity costs.

Carl HakimMarket Basket

Especially in this difficult economy and with so many regulations, we need to have people who can speak for our industry and fight for our causes.”

“I want MIRA’s base to be wider because new members mean a larger organization and a stronger voice – which enables organizations like MIRA to affect what happens in local, state, and federal government – and a strong voice depends on building a good, solid base.

Fred DallyMedicine Chest, Detroit MI

MIRA helps us have a larger voice in the government as it relates to the food industry. We have connections with many city leaders and hopefully that helps us compete with the big businesses that are moving into Detroit because of tax incentives.

Calvin PattahFood Pride, Detroit MI

Upcoming Events

Annual Innovations Buying Show

Annual Chicago Metro Grocers Gala

Scholarship Luncheon

Annual Michigan Golf Open