Our Community

Welcome to the Myers Group Community Page!

We believe our strength lies in our incredible community members. You are the driving force behind our success and we are grateful for each and every one of you. Our company culture is rooted in support, and we recognize that our achievements stem from your collaborative efforts and dedication. Beyond our store walls, we are committed to making a positive impact in our local communities - through volunteering, supporting local initiatives, and lending a helping hand.

This page is a hub for celebrating accomplishments, sharing inspiring stories, and rallying for causes that matter. Explore the initiatives, events, and awards showcased here as we continue to build and nurture our extraordinary community. Thank you for being an integral part of our vibrant and supportive company.
Team Scot's Tots (Camano Plaza IGA) - Winner of the 2023 Fitness Fundamentals Challenge! Team members are Jessica, Cindi, Brittany, Johnathan, Erin, Trent, and Morgan.

Scholarships in our community

Each year, North Albany IGA and North Albany Ace Hardware provide a scholarship through the non-profit Albany Public School Foundation.

This year, the manager of North Albany IGA, Harrison Casteel, presented a 1-year, $1000 scholarship to Rudy Shumaker.
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Giving back

Kip Bonds and colleagues at Key IGA giving a Round Up check to The Mustard Seed Project, an organization that promotes independent living and quality of life for seniors residing on the Key Peninsula in western Washington. June 2023.
Each year, North Albany IGA and North Albany Ace Hardware provide a scholarship through the non-profit Albany Public School Foundation. This year, the manager of North Albany IGA, Harrison Casteel, presented a 1-year, $1000 scholarship to Rudy Shumaker.
Whidbey Fundraiser for The Essential Needs Program with Kayla Leganza and colleagues. The Essential Needs Program helps Whidbey Island residents with rental assistance, childcare needs and more. - Sept. 2022
Brad, our store manager at Lake Kathryn ACE, helping collect donations for Food Backpacks 4 Kids leading up to Thanksgiving. - November 2022
Nicky Wulff taking the Lake Kathryn ACE store donations to the Food Backpacks 4 Kids center. - December 2022

Awards & Recognition

Chris Kyser receiving WAFC Retail Management Certificate from Tyler Myers - May 2022

Giving Back

Cedar Plaza ACE (Mark Brown) donating a cart to Doug after his was stolen! September 2023
Oak Harbor ACE presenting a check to Hearts & Hammers, an organization that helps make houses safer for its residents - April 2023
Kip Bonds and colleagues at Key IGA giving a Round Up check to The Mustard Seed Project, an organization that promotes independent living and quality of life for seniors residing on the Key Peninsula in western Washington -June 2023
Each year, North Albany IGA and North Albany Ace Hardware provide a scholarship through the non-profit Albany Public School Foundation. This year, the manager of North Albany IGA, Harrison Casteel, presented a 1-year, $1000 scholarship to Rudy Shumaker.
Whidbey Fundraiser for The Essential Needs Program with Kayla Leganza and colleagues. The Essential Needs Program helps Whidbey Island residents with rental assistance, childcare needs and more - Sept. 2022
Brad Boquist, store manager at Lake Kathryn ACE, collecting donations for Food Backpacks 4 Kids - November 2022
Nicky Wulff taking Lake Kathryn ACE store donations to the Food Backpacks 4 Kids center - December 2022

Awards & Recognition

Cindy Buchanan from The Goose Grocer - The First Myers Group Health Hero! (April 2024)
Plaque for North Albany IGA/ACE 2023 Large Business of the Year Award - March 2024
North Albany IGA/ACE Wins the 2023 Big Business of the Year Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service, Dedication & Commitment to the Community - March 2024
Tyler accompanying Kara, Kelly, Tara (Super Bear ) and Brad & Rick (Foodland) as they receive the Philanthropic Business of the Year Award from the Juneau Community Foundation - October 2023
Harrison Casteel’s graduation from the USC Food Management Program - April 2023
Chris Kyser at Camano ACE receiving WAFC Retail Management Certificate from Tyler Myers - May 2022

Events

Super Bear Crew partnering with the Juneau Community Foundation and Juneau School District to make 700 Winter Break Food Bags for Juneau kids - January 2025
Camano IGA's Cindi Wickstrom and friends making their annual "Lefses" (Norwegian flabread) for the holidays - December 2024
Lake Kathryn ACE's Giuseppe Tassone with Santa - December 2024
Lake Kathryn ACE's Anita Fjermedal with Santa - December 2024
Camano Plaza IGA Holiday Crew (Nick, Deb, Kristen, Judy, Frankie, and Karen) - December 2024
Penny Grant's (Key IGA) homemade Russian tea cookies, bonbons, caramels and caramel corn - December 2024
Key IGA's Penny Grant and her family making Christmas cookies - December 2024
Tamara Ferguson with Oak Harbor ACE's Santa Clause - December 2024
Cheryl Wieldraayer from Oak Harbor ACE & her good friend Dona at their "Ladies Holiday Gathering" - December 2024
Nicky Wulff from Lake Kathryn ACE with her buddy Zeke in his holiday best - December 2024
Kelsey Lee & her partner Wesley Johnson at Ocean Shores IGA Holiday Party - December 2024
Camano Plaza IGA's Randi Sue and mom Robin preparing their holiday meal - December 2024
Ria, Kim, Ann Christine, Nick (with his kids) and Tyler at N. Albany Christmas Party - December 2024
Judy Schoonover and her dogs on a hike - November 2024
North Albany IGA's Ria Sawyer and her family - December 2024
Key IGA's Nathan Anderson and family on a mushroom hunt - November 2024
Camano IGA's Erin Zoloth making candy bags for holiday store event - December 2024
Darrington IGA Apple Pie Contest Winner with Harrison - December 2024
Darrington IGA Apple Pie Contest Entries - December 2024
Darrington IGA Apple Pie Contest - December 2024
Santa at Oak Harbor ACE Holiday Party - December 2024
Michele Jamisen and Hubby Hiking Whidbey Island - November 2024
North Albany's Healthy Snacks for Staff - April 2024
The Goose Grocer's Staff Lunch Salad Bar - April 2024
The Lake Kathryn ACE Team at BBQ Spring Cook-Off Event - March 2024
Giuseppe Tassone making homemade pizza from a childhood recipe for his and Nicky Wulff's birthdays at Lake Kathryn ACE. The entire staff got to enjoy the pizza! - March 2024
Leslie Kamke from Lake Kathryn ACE made a healthy staff lunch of chicken fajitas! - January 2024
Maija & Sarah's Holiday Greeting at Edmonds ACE - Dec. 2023
Edmonds ACE Employee Holiday Dinner - Dec. 2023
N. Albany IGA's Holiday Cookie Exchange - Dec. 2023
Camano Plaza IGA's Holiday Cookie Potluck - Dec. 2023
Lake Kathryn ACE Holiday Party - Dec. 2023
Lake Kathryn ACE Grand Opening - December 2023
Camano Plaza IGA Chili & Chowder Cook-Off with Nick and Kendall - November 2023
The Goose Grocer Hiking Club -2022
Judy from Team Silence of the Lambs (Camano Plaza IGA) hiking with her dogs, Lexi & Kramer - October 2023
Molly and Kaitlynn from Team Delightful Deli Divas & Nick (Camano IGA) hiking in Chelan County, WA - October 2023
The Ocean Shores' Team (Gretchen, Dianne, Vince, Rhonda, Barb, Marissa, Richard, Joanna, Kristi, Jeff & Rob) on the Wounded Warrior Walk - September 2023
Team Matter Baby (Micah, Sarah, Nikko and Stephanie) @ Edmonds ACE - September 2023
Brittany & Johnathan from Team Scot's Tots (Camano IGA) hiking Mt. Baker - Sept. 2023
The Honey Badgers Team from Camano IGA (Katrina, Peyton, Emily) - September 2023
Team Handy Crew (Lake Kathryn ACE) - September 2023
Cheryl, Amanda and Merilee enjoying Cheryl's homemade pickles @ Oak Harbor ACE - September 2023
North Albany Block Party - Summer 2023
Sarah, Micah and Nikko from Edmonds ACE getting their steps in at the beach - August 2023
Dianne Shepard from Ocean Shores IGA taking a walk in the woods with Jaxon - August 2023
Nico staying strong at Edmonds ACE! July 2023
Sarah Portugal's Wellness Center at Edmonds ACE - July 2023
Sarah Portugal, Wellness Ambassador for Edmonds ACE - July 2023
Goose Grocer's MG Wellness fruit bowl - July 2023
Camano Plaza IGA's run/walk team for the 2023 5K Crab Dash - June 2023
North Albany IGA's Kid's Corner where the little ones can get free, healthy snacks while their parents are shopping - June 2023
Sarah and Belinda Giving Away Easter Hunt Prizes at Goose Grocer - April 2023