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Brownells Signs Statement Of Support For Guard And Reserve Members

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CEO Pete Brownell (holding plaque) accepts the ESGR Appreciation Plaque from Mark Hennessey (left center) while joined by a group of Brownells’ employee/veterans.

Grinnell, Iowa (November 5, 2015) – Iowa Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a Department of Defense (DoD) office, announced Pete Brownell, CEO of Brownells, signed a Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve on October 23, 2015, in the Brownells Grinnell facility in front of more than 300 Brownells employees.

The Statement of Support confirms Brownells joins other employers in pledging:

  • They fully recognize, honor and comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-Employment Act (USERRA).
  • They will provide their managers and supervisors with the tools they need to effectively manage employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve.
  • They appreciate the values, leadership and unique skills service members bring to the workforce and will encourage opportunities to hire Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans.
  • They will continually recognize and support U.S. Service members and their families in peace, in crisis and in war.

    • “Brownells has been, and will always be, proud supporters of our nation’s men and women in uniform,” said Brownells CEO Pete Brownell. “My father, Frank, is a proud Navy Veteran. He instilled in me a deep appreciation for those who volunteer to put themselves in harm’s way. It’s a great honor for us to employ veterans, and to be active many with organizations that help and support the efforts of our nation’s heroes.”

    “Brownells joins a cadre of Fortune 500 companies, state and federal agencies, and thousands of America’s employers in demonstrating support for our armed forces,” added Mark Hennessey, Iowa Area 6 State ESGR Chairperson. “By signing this Statement of Support, Brownells is sending a clear message to its employees that while they’re serving their country, they don’t have to worry about their civilian jobs.”

    For more information about ESGR outreach programs or volunteer opportunities, call 800-336-4590 or visit www.ESGR.mil.

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    2 Responses to “Brownells Signs Statement Of Support For Guard And Reserve Members”

    1. Gaurdsman's kid says:
      November 8, 2015 at 12:57

      One more reason to shop with Brownells. Classy move on their part.

    2. straps says:
      November 12, 2015 at 17:19

      This is good to see after losing yet one more civilian-side advancement opportunity to a more “reliable” person without “divided loyalties.”

      People who don’t know the law and prefer “managers” to “leaders” say the funniest things…