Participant Story· Mariano's

Two-year anniversary as a Grocery Clerk

Ke'Von found his fit at Mariano's, where his managers' guidance and the store's inclusive culture taught him persistence and professionalism. He's now celebrating his two-year anniversary as a Grocery Clerk.

Chicago, IL
Ke'Von with a product display at Mariano's

Ke'Von found opportunity at Mariano's. The guidance of his managers and the store's inclusive culture taught him persistence and professionalism.

Two years later, he reflects proudly on how far he's come, as a Grocery Clerk who knows his store, his coworkers, and his customers.

Mariano's gave Ke'Von not just meaningful employment, but a supportive environment to learn, grow, and thrive.

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