The Circle of Pride Award Program is based on the assessments of an independent mystery shopper who evaluates nearly 1,600 Cenex-branded retail facilities. These facilities are evaluated on their customer service, cleanliness, and Cenex image elements. A rating of 98% [image-nocss] or higher must be achieved for the locations to be considered for the distinction.
"A few years ago, United Cooperative invested in a complete remodel of this Cenex store," said Brad Marthaler, store manager (pictured). "We now have an expanded cooler, three-door freezer, beer cave, extended product lines, new Cenex graphics, etc. Our employees were very excited about all the changes, and we continue to try hard to make sure everything looks its best and all the customers' needs are met."
Don Olson, senior vice president of CHS refined fuels marketing and supply, said, "Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations with well-managed, professional facilities and service is well represented by our Circle of Pride Award winners. They have shown their resolve to represent the great Cenex products and services to consumers through their outstanding efforts. We are proud of their achievement and are pleased to recognize their top performance."
Cenex is the largest member-owned petroleum brand in North America, working daily to meet the energy needs of homeowners, businesses and communities through nearly 1,500 local cooperatives, independent retailers and Cenex c-stores throughout the Midwest and West. Products include refined fuels, propane, lubricants and related equipment. Cenex is a brand of St. Paul, Minn.-based CHS Inc., a diversified company providing essential grain, food and energy resources.
Formed in 1936, Beaver Dam-based United Cooperative is a full-service cooperative offering feed, grain, agronomy and energy products and services to southcentral Wisconsin farmers and consumers. Its c-stores are located in Baraboo, Beaver Dam, Cazenovia, Hartford, Hustisford, Iron Ridge, Juneau, Pickett, Poynette, Reedsburg, Rock Springs, Watertown and Wyocena.
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