C.H. Robinson Receives Seven Seals Award And Three Patriot Awards For Employer Support of the National Gaurd And Reserve
Minneapolis, MN, November 10, 2008—C.H. Robinson, one of the largest non-asset based third party logistics (3PL) companies in the world, announced today that it has received the "Seven Seals" and three "Patriot" awards from the State of Minnesota for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).
C.H. Robinson vice president Jim Larsen, who accepted the award on behalf of C.H. Robinson, said, "This award is a tremendous honor for C.H. Robinson. We are very proud to support our colleagues who make sacrifices for their fellow citizens and are committed to contributing to the betterment of our country. Our company culture places a lot of importance on service to community, and our employees that serve in the Guard and Reserve have earned our highest support and respect."
The Seven Seals award is given in recognition of a significant individual or organization for taking a leadership role that promotes the mission of ESGR. The Patriot award recognizes supportive employers and is given out on behalf of the United States Department of Defense.
Captain Les Hoffman, C.H. Robinson's Minneapolis National Accounts (MiNA), account manager, nominated the company and individuals for the awards. Hoffman has been with C.H. Robinson for over a year and has been involved with the Armed Services for over nine years. Hoffman has been called back to active duty for the Armed Services and will be leaving in December.
Paul Monteen, state chair for the Minnesota Committee of ESGR, said, "This award signifies the bond and the partnership between employers and the National Guard and Reserve members which allow us to have the best National Defense we can. We are honored to present C.H. Robinson with the Seven Seals award and are grateful for the support Les receives from them. Les is sacrificing his life, family, and time to defend our Country. We are extremely thankful for the support of C.H. Robinson."
Fred Willman, C.H. Robinson - MiNA branch manager, Mike Neitzel, MiNA account development manager, and Matt Babcock, MiNA special handling manager, each received a Patriot award, in recognition of their support to employees who are involved in the National Guard or Reserve. Monteen said, "We are extremely grateful to Matt, Fred, and Mike for the support they have shown to Les. Their commitment and encouragement is greatly appreciated."
About C.H. Robinson Worldwide:
Founded in 1905, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., is a global provider of multimodal transportation and logistics services, serving over 29,000 customers through a network of more than 224 offices and approximately 8,000 employees in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The company works with 48,000 transportation providers worldwide, many of whom are small trucking companies and owner operators. C.H. Robinson is a Fortune 500 company and the largest provider of truckload transportation in North America, with annual gross revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. Through the company and its Foundation, C.H. Robinson contributes millions of dollars annually to a variety of organizations, including the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the American Cancer Society, Children's Hospital of Minnesota, and the United Way. The company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and has been publicly traded on the Nasdaq since 1997. For more information about C.H. Robinson, visit our Web site at http://www.chrobinson.com/.
About ESGR:
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972. The mission of ESGR is to gain and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service by recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of the law, and resolving conflicts through mediation. ESGR volunteers provide free education, consultation, and if necessary mediation for employers of Guard and Reserve employees. More information about ESGR Employer Outreach Programs and volunteer opportunities is available at http://www.esgr.mil/.