“We look forward to having a productive relationship with GTI moving forward, and to continuing our effort to bring more long-term, prosperous careers to workers at this company.” “We’re happy that we were able to reach an agreement that was both amenable to all parties involved and consistent with the high standards that Teamsters have for our collective bargaining agreements,” said Peter Finn, Teamsters Western Region International Vice President and Food Processing Division Director. They’re young, energetic, tough, smart they look out for one another, and they embody what being a part of this union is all about.” “A lot of people who went through what these men and women went through would’ve thrown in the towel. “This fight should be a lesson to cannabis companies all across the country and not just Illinois – Teamsters don’t back down,” said Jim Glimco, Local 777 President. This victory marks the end of a protracted fight with GTI that included a 13-day work stoppage that ended back in May – the longest Unfair Labor Practice strike at a cannabis retailer in U.S.
The contract will cover workers at two locations in Joliet, Ill. Press Contact: Matt McQuaid Phone: (202) 624-6877 Email: – Teamsters Local 777 members at three dispensaries operated by Rise – a subsidiary of Green Thumb Industries (GTI) – have ratified their first collective bargaining agreements with the multi-state cannabis operator.
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