Lowe’s Home Improvement has been named Veteran Friendly Employer of the Year by AMVETS.
“Lowe’s has always made it a priority to support the military community, with a special focus on creating employment opportunities,” said Lowe’s Executive Vice president of stores and Desert Shield/Storm Marine veteran Joe McFarland.
The annual award recognizes a private sector or government employer dedicated to improving the lives of veterans through their commitment to serve veterans through their hiring practices, to include veterans in their organizational culture, and by being active in community service and fundraisers for veterans and their families.
Lowe’s currently employs more than 20,000 veterans.
“Thanks to our partnership with AMVETS, we have been able to build on that commitment by providing pathways for training and entrepreneurship for transition service members, military spouses, and veterans in skilled trades,” added McFarland.
Since its founding in 1921, Lowes has integrated veterans throughout its company office culture and structure by employing veterans throughout the organization.
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“As a company founded by a World War II veteran, Lowe’s serves as a model organization for how to hire, train, and retain those who, served in our Armed Forces,” said AMVETS National Commander Jan Brown.
The announcement was made during the veteran service organization’s national convention last month in Greensboro, N.C.
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