The honor, given to just six companies statewide, celebrates employers who actively support employees recovering from work-related injuries—helping them reenter meaningful roles within their organizations.

“Averitt’s focus has always been on supporting our associates in every phase of their career journey,” said Barry Blakely, president and chief operating officer at Averitt. “Being named to the REWARD Honor Roll for the second year in a row reflects the effectiveness of our return-to-work approach and the care we take in helping associates recover and move forward.”

According to a company-issued release, Averitt’s program isn’t just about returning to the job—it’s about helping team members heal physically and emotionally while maintaining financial stability. Averitt’s commitment to return-to-work best practices is rooted in the understanding that timely, supported recovery helps associates maintain physical, emotional, and financial well-being. By facilitating a safe and structured return to work, the company reinforces its long-standing dedication to associate health and stability,” the statement noted.

With this latest recognition, Averitt continues to demonstrate how thoughtful recovery programs can make a lasting impact—both for workers and the broader workforce culture.

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