He preaches the virtues of the IGA

From: Chicago Sun-Times | Date: May 8, 1988| Author: P. J. Bednarski | Copyright information

The first time Thomas S. Haggai appeared before the Independent Grocers Alliance board, he quickly sized up the situation. Then he asked the directors to get on their knees and pray. And that's what they did.

That was more than 15 years ago, in what might have been the pivotal point in Haggai's eccentric, eclectic career that has ranged from Baptist minister to CIA employee to inspirational speaker to radio show host.

In 1986, after stints on that same board, Haggai became...

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