Company recognized for the fourth year

TEMPLE, Texas — McLane Company, Inc., one of the largest distributors in America and an industry-leading partner to the biggest retail and restaurant brands, has announced that it has earned the 2024 Military Friendly® Employer designation, marking its fourth year recognized.

The annual Military Friendly® Employer designation, awarded by VIQTORY, aims to connect the military community to civilian employment, education and entrepreneurship opportunities. McLane was recognized for creating sustainable and meaningful benefits for the military community through programs that help veterans succeed in the workplace.

McLane’s military-friendly programs include Warriors to Wheels, a part of McLane’s Registered Driver Apprenticeship Program, which helps veterans leverage their military experience to seamlessly transition into successful careers in transportation. Additionally, McLane collaborates with the U.S. Army and Ft. Cavazos to offer a nine-week training experience on fundamentals of warehouse operations at its Southwest distribution center in Temple, Texas.

“McLane is incredibly proud of our veteran workforce and honored to be recognized again as a Military Friendly Employer. The skills and dedication veterans bring to their roles are invaluable, and their experience enriches every aspect of our operations,” said Paula Hubbard, chief human resources officer at McLane. “Supporting military veterans and their families strengthens our workforce and honors their tremendous service to our country.”

Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by VIQTORY with input from the Military Friendly® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the military recruitment community. Final ratings were determined by combining an organization’s survey score with an assessment of the organization’s ability to meet thresholds for recruitment, new hire retention, employee turnover, and promotion and advancement of veterans and military employees.

“Organizations earning the Military Friendly Employer designation have wholeheartedly invested in comprehensive and impactful initiatives that bring about positive, life-changing results for our valued service members, dedicated military spouses, and esteemed veterans within their ranks,” said Kayla Lopez, senior director of military partnerships at Military Friendly®. “We salute these exemplary employers who raise the bar and understand that hiring military personnel is not merely an act of goodwill but a testament to a standard that truly embodies sound business wisdom. Their steadfast commitment to integrating military personnel into their workforce not only reflects their compassion but also underscores their business acumen.”

McLane will be showcased in the 2024 Military Friendly ® Employers, in the winter issue of G.I. Jobs® magazine and on MilitaryFriendly.com.

About McLane
Founded in 1894, McLane Company Inc. is one of the largest distributors in America, serving convenience stores, mass merchants, and chain restaurants. As an industry-leading partner to the biggest retail and restaurant businesses, McLane buys, sells, delivers, and serves the world’s most beloved brands. With headquarters in Temple, Texas, McLane has more than 80 distribution centers across the country, employs more than 23,000 teammates, and delivers to nearly every zip code in the US. McLane is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.

About Military Friendly ® Employers
Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort, and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefits for the military community. Over 2,100 organizations compete annually for Military Friendly® designation annually. Military Friendly® ratings are owned by Viqtory, Inc., a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. Viqtory is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or the federal government. Results are produced via a rules-based algorithm. The data-driven Military Friendly® lists and methodology can be found at www.militaryfriendly.com/mfcguide.

About VIQTORY
Founded in 2001, VIQTORY is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities through its owned assets such as Military Spouse Magazine®, Vetrepreneur®, G.I. Jobs ® and Military Friendly® brands. VIQTORY and its brands are not a part of or endorsed by the U.S. Dept of Defense or any federal government entity. Learn more about VIQTORY at www.Viqtory.com.