Your Launchpad to Careers Across Retail, Supply Chain, and Business
WGU’s National Retail Federation Student Association (NRFSA) Chapter connects you to real-world experiences, industry insights, and a growing network, so you can turn what you’re learning into career opportunity.
The NRFSA provides virtual and in-person programming to connect the biggest names in business with exceptional talent across the country through career fairs, mentoring, and more. Every year, the NRFSA launches the careers of thousands of college students where business, technology, and supply chain come together.
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Why Join WGU's NRFSA Chapter?
When you become a chapter member, you get access to valuable opportunities that will help you build real-world experience, industry connections, and stand out in today’s job market. Your membership unlocks:
- Professional development: Workshops, résumé and interview prep, and career skill building
- Scholarships and competitions: NRF exclusive scholarship programs and student challenges.
- Internships and job opportunities: access to internships, full-time positions, and entry-level roles from retail industry leaders
- Networking: Connections with retail and supply chain professionals, alumni, and corporate partners
- Events and conferences: Discounted attendance at NRF’s Student Program, Retail’s Big Show, and other events
- Credibility: NRFSA Credential to list on résumé and professional profiles
How You Can Get Involved
Start building your network, skills, and career momentum in three simple steps:
- Join the chapter. Complete the membership form to get started.
- Attend events and workshops. Participate in live or virtual events and apply to join our university challenge team.
- Connect and grow. Build relationships with peers, mentors, and industry professionals.
Upcoming Events
Why Shoes? Why Now?
As future business leaders in the WGU School of Business, we believe in creating value, not just in the marketplace, but in the lives of others. That's why the NRF Student Association is proud to partner with Soles4Souls to turn your unworn shoes into someone else's fresh start.
Every year, 300 million pairs of shoes end up in U.S. landfills while 1.5 billion people worldwide don't have access to proper footwear.
Meanwhile, the average American has 20+ pairs of shoes and regularly wears only 3-5 of them.
The math is simple. The solution is in our closets.
NRFSA
Join the WGU NRFSA as Erin Tanner, Senior Manager of Field Recruiting and Programs at Pilot Company, shares insights into the company's culture, talent programs, and diverse career opportunities. Learn how Pilot Company, North America's largest travel center network and a leading energy and experience provider, is helping professionals become Journey Makers across a variety of career paths.
August 4th @ 12pm MST
NRFSA
Save the Date!
Plan ahead as the WGU NRFSA brings another industry leader into the virtual classroom, ready to share their real-life experience and expertise that students can take with them as the complete their degrees and into the job market.
We’ll be announcing our guest speaker soon!
October 13th @ 6pm MST
Student Leaders
Taylor Zobel, Chapter President
Taylor Zobel serves as President of the WGU National Retail Federation Student Association chapter while pursuing a B.S. in Supply Chain and Operations Management. She also works as a production planner at GAF, supporting manufacturing and supply planning processes that keep products moving through the retail supply chain. Zobel is passionate about connecting WGU students with NRF programs, industry leaders, and career opportunities in retail and supply chain management.
Jazmin Jones, NRFSA Student Ambassador
Jazmin Jones is a student in WGU’s B.S. in Supply Chain and Operations Management program and a manufacturing production manager in the supply chain industry. Her professional experience provides firsthand insight into the operations that support modern retail. As the NRFSA Student Ambassador for WGU, she helps connect students with National Retail Federation opportunities, industry insights, and networking experiences that support careers in retail and supply chain management.
Faculty Leaders
David Hassen, Faculty Advisor
David Hassen is a Program Mentor in the WGU School of Business, supporting students in programs such as accounting, finance, and supply chain and operations management. He is passionate about helping learners apply business concepts to real-world challenges and prepare for careers in retail and related industries. As a faculty advisor for WGU's National Retail Foundation Student Association (NRFSA) chapter, Hassen helps connect students with industry insights, professional development opportunities, and retail career pathways.
Dr. Maria Malayter, Faculty Advisor
Dr. Maria Malayter is an instructor for WGU’s supply chain and operations management courses and member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. With a doctorate in applied management and decision science and extensive consulting and teaching experience, she is dedicated to helping students develop the leadership and strategic skills needed in today’s business environment. As a faculty advisor for WGU's National Retail Foundation Student Association (NRFSA) chapter, she supports students in exploring retail and supply chain careers while building valuable industry connections.
