Workforce Development | RTO + Country Fair | Shelf Confidence S8E8

Shelf Confidence

Shelf Confidence
Workforce Development | RTO + Country Fair | Shelf Confidence S8E8
Sep 25, 2025 Season 8 Episode 8
Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association

In this episode of Shelf Confidence, we dive into the evolving world of workforce development in the convenience store industry. Join Jeff Kahler, CEO & President of Ready Training Online (RTO), Paul Rankin, Vice President of Retail Marketing at Country Fair, and Steve Seymor, Director of Personal, at Country Fair.  As they share how their organizations teamed up to elevate training for frontline staff. From launching custom e-learning platforms to building a culture of development, this episode is packed with real stories, smart strategies, and a few laughs from the field. Whether you're in retail, HR, or just love hearing about creative business solutions, this conversation will leave you with insights and inspiration you can use.

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