My name is Jennifer Arvallo and I have been employed at Fry’s Food Stores for 35 years. I started my career as a Deli clerk, advanced into management, and I am currently a bookkeeper. Throughout my time with the company, I found that the most important part of being an employee is being a union member. As a union member for the past 20 years, I have developed a strong commitment to activism by serving as a steward and advocating for my brothers and sisters. I now have the honor of serving on the UFCW 99 Board of Directors. Serving as a board member has opened my eyes to the significance of my union in community outreach and political policy. In 2024, I worked with commitment and passion with my union brothers and sisters on various electoral campaigns. Working on the campaign trail gave me the desire to learn and do more for creating change. I am excited to gain more knowledge on how to positively impact my community by participating in the LFC Leaders Fellowship. Being a Mexican American, a mother, and nana I want to lead by example by being a part of the change that creates a safer future for my loved ones and members of my community.