President Nominees (Listed Alphabetically)

Jared Meredith

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Darren Ritchie

My name is Darren Ritchie.

For twelve years I have stood side-by-side with you as a dedicated member of the Office Committee Union, and during my two terms as area representative, I have learned firsthand what it takes to effectively advocate for our members. In this election, our union stands at a critical crossroads. While our foundation is strong, continuing with business as usual is no longer enough to meet the evolving challenges facing our workforce. We need a fresh perspective on the union board – bold, transparent leadership that isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, bring innovative ideas to the negotiation table, and proactively protect our workplace rights, benefits and job security.

I am running for OCU President to ensure that leadership remains a direct reflection of the membership, not an isolated board. My promise to you is simple: I will be a true voice for every single member, ensure your concerns are heard, valued, and acted upon without compromise. When we stand up for our collective bargaining rights and working conditions, I will fight for this union body with everything I have. Together, we can build a stronger, more responsive, and genuinely united OCU, and I would be honored to earn your vote.

Joshua Terry

My name is Josh and I’d like to explain why I’m running, but first a short background. I grew up in Bloomington and went to the Army right after high school. I spent about 30 months deployed to Iraq and got out of the army after 5 years of active duty at the rank of Sergeant. I graduated from IUPUI with an MET degree in 2015 and hired into EML CVS/RTE, got married to my wife in 2021 and we have two children. I enjoy my time in Unionville on a few acres accumulating never ending projects that always change direction.

I threw my hat in the ring to run because I, as well as many others were not happy with how it appeared contract negotiations went, and up until the last submission day the current president was unopposed. It appeared to me that the union could have stood more firmly in some areas and really pushed for some good improvements to the contract. Personally, and anecdotally from a talking with my peers here in CVS, we would have liked to see wage caps that weren’t met within the first year, no TMS, more PTO, and perhaps a cost of living adjustment.

My goal of running is to get a much better contract in 2029. I would achieve this through several concise surveys prior to negotiations, sharing that data set with the union, determining the non-negotiables, and then go and get them. I enjoy spirited debate and I do not bend to pressure of quick or quiet closures.