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SpartanNash tops when it comes to diversity

Grocer named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Bill Wilson, Senior editor at Supermarket News

January 31, 2024

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Awards were given based on quantitative data from a survey as well as other qualitative scoring methods.SpartanNash

SpartanNash, based in Byron Center, Mich., has been recognized by Newsweek and business and data intelligence provider Plant-A Insights Group on how it succeeds when it comes to diversity.

The grocer was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024 for its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).

Awards were given based on quantitative data from a survey as well as other qualitative scoring methods.

“Creating an environment where every associate belongs and feels empowered to do their best work is a fundamental part of our people first culture,” said SpartanNash Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Nicole Zube. “Valuing differences is a core competency we expect as we actively strive for inclusive behaviors across our company, encouraging a sense of belonging.”

Advancing DEIB at all levels of the company is a key part of SpartanNash’s environmental, social and governance goals. Over the past two years, SpartanNash has revitalized its Associate Resource Groups sponsored by executive leadership, expanded the internship program beyond 100 participants annually, and launched new learning and development programs.

SpartanNash has also expanded its Total Rewards offerings to appeal to a broader base of associates.

Related:SpartanNash implements new food traceability program

The scoring process for this award involved a thorough examination of publicly available data, interviews with human resource professionals, and an anonymous online survey in which associates shared insights into the company’s culture and work environment.

 

About the Author

Bill Wilson

Senior editor at Supermarket News

Bill Wilson is the senior editor at Supermarket News, covering all things grocery and retail. He has been a journalist in the B2B industry for 25 years. He has received two Robert F. Boger awards for his work as a journalist in the infrastructure industry and has over 25 editorial awards total in his career. He graduated cum laude from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with a major in broadcast communications.

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