“Retailers today are experiencing heightened challenges and facing issues than ever before. Today’s retail environment is under constant pressure to adapt to change. Partnering with a solid independent buying group like Worldwide, provides the competitive edge today’s retailer needs. I am grateful to be entrusted as a Board Member of Worldwide, and take seriously the responsibility of providing vision and leadership to help all of Worldwide members to be more profitable in their businesses.”


Worldwide shareholders overwhelmingly approved second terms for current board members Rob Cassidy of Parker Cassidy in Clinton, Iowa and for Ed Pennington of Ohio Valley Trading in Nelsonville, Ohio.


“I’m really looking forward to serving a second term on the board,” said Rob Cassidy. “I see Worldwide as a co-op that is made up of outstanding independent retailers from around the country, an excellent staff that works hard to respond to members’ needs and progressive leadership at the top. I, along with my fellow board members will continue to work diligently to represent our shareholders best interests.”


Elected Worldwide board members serve for a three-year term and can serve two consecutive terms. Currently the board consists of fourteen members who represent a wide spectrum of retail geography and store size.