Werner Enterprises Inc. has received commendation as the third-ranking Military Friendly Company in the revenue category of $1 billion to $5 billion for 2024. This accolade underscores the company’s steadfast commitment to the well-being of veterans and their families.
“These recognitions reflect our unwavering commitment to the military community. At Werner, we strive to create an environment where veterans and their families can thrive and we are incredibly proud of the work our team does every day to support our nation’s heroes,” said Nathan Meisgeier, president and chief legal officer.
This achievement represents a second consecutive year of receiving this distinguished designation. Werner has also excelled in multiple segments of the 2024 Military Friendly evaluations:
- Top 10 Military Friendly Employer ranked #5 for the second year in a row.
- Top 10 Military Friendly Spouse Employer ranked #3 for the third year in a row.
- Top 10 Military Friendly Brand ranked #3 again for the second consecutive year.
Additionally, Greg Hamm, vice president of field and government recruitment at Werner, has been honored as one of the 2024 Veteran Champions of the Year in Corporate America by Military Friendly. This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the support of veterans and the civilian workforce.
“I am deeply honored to receive the Military Friendly Veteran Champion of the Year award,” said Hamm. “This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication at Werner and our commitment to support veterans and their families. I am proud to play a role in creating meaningful opportunities for those who have served our country.”
Remarkably, around 20% of Werner’s workforce consists of veterans, with the company implementing several special programs and benefits designed to cater to the military community. These initiatives include the Military Skills Test Waiver Program, Skillbridge/Career Skills Program, VA Educational Benefits, Operation Freedom Fleet, ‘WEVets’ Veteran Resource Group, and Deployment Support.
Annually, over 1,500 companies compete for Military Friendly designations. Werner is noteworthy for its consistent efforts in fostering sustainable and impactful career paths for military personnel. Military Friendly is run by VIQTORY, a veteran-owned business that is also service-disabled.
For further information, you can explore the complete list of award recipients here.
Source: The Trucker
