For Immediate Release
RefrigiWear Announces 2006 Outstanding Warehouseman Award Winners & Lifetime Achievement Recipients
Special Edition 2007 Calendar to Recognize and Share Achievements
Dahlonega, GA. -November 7, 2006 - RefrigiWear, the leading manufacturer of insulated industrial work wear, accessories and equipment today announced the 10 winners of its sixth annual Outstanding Warehouseman Award. The winners, nominated by the winners' supervisors and senior-level management, were selected based on their length of service, integrity, productivity, motivation, attitude and leadership abilities. RefrigiWear also honored five warehouseman with a Lifetime Achievement Award for thirty-five plus years in the indusrty. Nearly 250 nominations, the most ever received by RefrigiWear, were submitted for this year's award from a variety of industries including broadline food distribution, cold storage warehouses, food manufacturers, supermarkets and food services.
"The individuals selected as this year's 2006 Outstanding Warehouseman, truly set the standard for leadership, integrity and attitude in his organization for service and performance," said Ron Breakstone, company president. "We are proud to once again showcase the winners in our annual calendar and give the industry a chance to appreciate the exemplary service individuals."
Outstanding Warehouseman Winners
| Jaime Mendoza |
Ben E. Keith Foods |
Amarillo, TX
|
Ramon Santiago
|
Burris Retail Logistics
|
Orlando, FL |
Matt Warner
|
Edy's Grand Ice Cream |
Fort Wayne, IN |
Ron Riddle
|
Henningsen Cold Storage |
Richland, WA |
| Lionel Matthews |
Lankford Sysco Food Services |
Pocomoke, MD |
Timothy Gurney
|
Millard Refrigerated Services |
Greeley, CO |
Kyle Hawkinson
|
Publix Supermarkets Inc |
Deerfield Beach, FL |
Marvin Amaya
|
Sysco Food Services of Kansas City |
Olathe, KS |
William Edwards
|
Tyson Foods, Inc |
Emporia, KS |
Rick Wilganowski
|
US Foodservice |
Houston, TX |
Lifetime Achievement Recipients
|
Willie Denner |
AmeriCold Logistics |
Memphis, TN |
Horace Dudley
|
Burris Retail Logistics |
Harrington, DE
|
Dick Zodrow
|
Kemps LLC |
Rochester, MN |
Larry Terrell
|
Ralphs Grocery Company |
Riverside, CA
|
|
Jim McClanahan |
National Frozen Foods Corporation |
Albany, OR |
The Award Process
In September, supervisors from each industry that RefrigiWear serves were invited to nominate employees. This year, a record number of nearly 250 nominations were received. Award winners will receive a new ComfortGuard Utility Jacket/630 and an engraved award. All nominees will also receive a congratulatory letter and a commemorative shirt in recognition for their service and performance.
2007 RefrigiWear Catalog Calendar
Winners of this year's Warehouseman Award will also be profiled in RefrigiWear's annual calendar. Each month a photo and excerpt from each winner's award submission will be featured. The calendar, which will be mailed out to warehouse customers in December, will include practical information on proper use for insulated work wear, as well tips and reminders for working in extreme conditions. The calendar will also include important industry events and helpful seasonal reminders.
About RefrigiWear
RefrigiWear, the leading manufacturer of insulated industrial outerwear, accessories and equipment, supplies Personal Protective Equipment to keep workers warm, safe and productive. Established in 1954, the company pioneered the insulated outerwear industry, taking advantage of new technology to provide a "modern way to keep warm." Since its inception, RefrigiWear has addressed productivity and safety issues and has evolved its product line to provide "head to toe" coverage by offering outerwear for every cold-weather environment, from -50°F to 50°F.
The Personal Protective Equipment product line is comprised of IronTuff Freezerwear, ChillBreaker Industrial Activewear, ComfortGuard Bull Denim, CoolerWear, 900 Series, gloves, head and footwear. Additionally, RefrigiWear developed the WeatherGuard system of insulated covers and bags to provide protection to perishables. The company also offers custom embroidery and repair services for all of their products. For ordering and information contact RefrigiWear at 800-645-3744 or visit www.RefrigiWear.com .
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