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George Jenkins was persuaded to stay and work for him to make the money he needed for school before heading back. So, in June of 1925, the Publix founder started as a broom pusher and store clerk — a journey that, little did he know, would lead him to start his very own supermarket.
George Jenkins, founder and Chairman Emeritus of Publix Super Markets Inc., was born in Harris City, Ga., Sept. 29, 1907. Growing up, he worked in his father's general store. In 1925, he headed to Tampa, Fla., at the age of 17 with hopes of making his fortune in the Florida real estate boom.
Sep 29, 2007 · LAKELAND | Many success stories have their origins in Polk County, but arguably the greatest is George Washington Jenkins Jr., who not only built the Publix Super Markets empire beginning...
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Sep 24, 2018 · His name was George Jenkins, but people knew him as Mr. George, founder of Publix Supermarkets. Jenkins would be 111 years old on Saturday. He passed away in 1996, but now his office is preserved to instill his values into generations of new Publix executives.
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Mr. George Quotes. Philosophy. “Some companies are founded on policy. This is wrong. Philosophy, the things you believe in, is more important. Philosophy does not change frequently — and is never compromised.” “Sharing your philosophy with people is just as important as having a philosophy.” “Begin. The rest is easy.”
Mr. George firmly believed providing friendly customer service and royal treatment was the key to connecting with customers and building lasting relationships. He continually sought ways to make customers feel valued — through store presentation, products, and personal service.
