We are proud to announce that at our Executive Board meeting on Tuesday, Sept 30th, Brian Truini was elected as the President of Local 371 to fulfill the remainder of Pres. Petronella’s term. Raised in a Local 371 household, and a UFCW member and leader since 1980, Brian has dedicated his life to advancing the rights of working people. Brian has an unmatched attention to detail and a passion for making sure every event, organizing campaign or contract negotiation is handled with precision and care.Always ready to take on the boss and fight for fairness, Brian hasn’t met a fight he wasn’t willing to face head on, and his skill and tenacity make him exactly the leader our union needs to guide us through the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Keri Hoehne elected to serve as Secretary Treasurer
On September 30th, Keri Hoehne was elected to succeed Brian Truini as Secretary Treasurer for the remainder of his term, becoming the first woman to hold the position in Local 371’s 85 year history. The daughter of a Local 371 member and a UAW member, Keri was once a recipient of the Local 371 Scholarship. She began her career as an intern organizing supermarkets, then returned to CT to join Local 371, serving in many roles over the past 23 years. Keri is passionate about lifting up workers’ stories to win stronger contracts, expand organizing, advance pro-worker legislation, and strengthen public support for unions. Guided by her belief that there is always a way to “get to yes,” she and President Truini bring complementary skills that keep Local 371 moving forward and well-positioned for the future.