Avnet recognized for its Healthy Steps employee wellness program
Avnet,
Inc. (NYSE:AVT),
a global value-added technology distributor, was recognized as one of
the top 10 large firms on the Phoenix Business Journal’s “2013
Healthiest Employers in the Valley” list. The list highlights
Phoenix-area employers that are committed to creating healthy
workplaces. Avnet, ranked number nine on the list, was recognized for
its Healthy Steps wellness program for employees in Arizona and
throughout the U.S.
“At Avnet, we are committed to enriching the lives and overall
well-being of our employees and offering them access to wellness
programs that promote better living,” said MaryAnn
Miller, chief human resources officer, Avnet, Inc. “We’re creating a
workplace environment where Avnet’s employees and their families are
enabled and energized to maintain optimal health. This recognition from
the Phoenix Business Journal honors our employees for taking
proactive steps towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle.”
Avnet’s Healthy Steps worksite wellness program offers motivation,
resources and incentives to help employees make lasting lifestyle
changes. Employees of all fitness and health awareness levels engage in
health initiatives that facilitate a holistic wellness culture. These
proactive steps are designed to help Avnet employees maintain a healthy
lifestyle, ensuring their vitality and reducing their risk of illnesses.
Throughout 2012, Avnet’s diverse wellness programs attracted
participation from a broad cross-section of employees. For example,
Healthy Steps included 90-day programs focused on reducing metabolic
syndrome, 10-week Weight Watchers® at Work programs at multiple Avnet
locations, tobacco cessation programs, and a 10,000 Steps walking
program. Avnet also provided employees with direct access to six- to
eight-week behavior change programs to help manage their health,
exercise more, lose weight, quit smoking, sleep better and reduce
stress. In addition to these structured programs, Healthy Steps
supported employees’ health choices by publishing food nutrition facts
in the Avnet cafeterias, establishing a fresh produce co-op, launching a Twitter
account for health tips, and promoting available programs through email
and intranet communication campaigns. Avnet continues to expand its
wellness programs even further, and in 2013 began encouraging employees
to stop using tobacco products by offering a discount on medical
contributions to employees who are tobacco-free and providing tobacco
cessation programs for those interested in making a change.
The Valley’s Healthiest Employers list shines a light on Phoenix-area
businesses with the most outstanding health and wellness programs. The Phoenix
Business Journal partners with research firm Healthiest Employers to
utilize an online assessment tool and measure wellness programming in
six key categories: culture and leadership commitment, foundational
components, strategic planning, communication and marketing, programming
and interventions, and reporting and analysis. For more information
about the Phoenix Business Journal’s list of Healthiest
Employers, visit http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/.
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About Avnet, Inc.
Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT),
a Fortune 500 Company, is one of the largest distributors of electronic
components, computer products and embedded technology serving customers
globally. Avnet accelerates its partners’ success by connecting the
world’s leading technology suppliers with a broad base of customers by
providing cost-effective, value-added services and solutions. For the
fiscal year ended June 30, 2012, Avnet generated revenue of $25.7
billion. For more information, visit www.avnet.com.
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Brodeur Partners, for Avnet
Sonia Bovio, 480-308-0281
sbovio@brodeur.com
or
Avnet, Inc.
Michelle Gorel, 480-643-7653
Vice President, Public Relations
michelle.gorel@avnet.com