Episodes
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Our KeHE warehouses have acquired some amazing new technologies and automation abilities that will take our processes to the next level. Listen to the episode to hear about how these new technologies are boosting success for our customers and suppliers, while also significantly enhancing the experience for our internal employees.
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Last July, KeHE began piloting a Life Coaching program for our employees, and since then, it has significantly expanded. This program enables employees to become the best versions of themselves by developing a plan to help them achieve their personal goals. In this episode, we sat down with Rebecca Salhab, Senior Director of Employee Experience, and Les Rodriguez, one of the certified Dream Managers, to learn more about the program.
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In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Barnholt, Chairman of KeHEâs Board of Directors, and Randy Shaw, the retired Director of KeHE Cares Outreach, to learn about the history of KeHE Cares Outreach. This is an episode you wonât want to miss! You can learn more about KeHE Cares at www.kehecares.org.
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The KeHE Leadership Academy is one of the main pillars of the KeHE CaresÂŽ Foundation. Its mission is to guide leaders and organizations on a journey of cultural renewal. Join us as we sit down with Paul Reichert, Director of the KeHE Leadership Academy, to uncover more about its mission and impact.
If you would like to learn more about the KeHE Leadership Academy, you can visit https://www.kehecares.org/KeHE-Leadership-Academy.
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Talanton is one of our KeHE CaresÂŽ partners that invests in growing businesses in developing countries to create jobs for people living in poverty. We had the privilege of interviewing David Simms, the managing partner and founder of Talanton, to learn more about their mission. You can visit their website at https://www.talantonllc.com.
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A few months ago, KeHEâs distribution center in Romeoville, Illinois, began piloting an employee store as a way to give back to employees by offering great products at affordable prices. We sat down with Mike Kimery and Jackie Olney, two employees who spearheaded the opening of the store, to learn more about the store and how it's helping KeHE cut down on food waste.
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January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. To bring awareness to this widespread issue, we sat down with Simone Halpin â Co-founder and Executive Director of Naomiâs House in Wheaton, Illinois â to hear about her organization and how it is helping countless women work through the trauma of their past and build a healthy future on their own terms.
To learn more about Naomiâs House, you can visit https://www.naomishouse.org/.
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Have you ever heard the term âImpact Investingâ but weren't sure what it was? If so, youâre in luck! Today's episode is divided into two parts. First, the President of the KeHE Cares Foundation, Rusty Bland, will explain what Impact Investing at KeHE means. Then, we will hear from two representatives from Pureflow, a beneficiary of KeHE's Impact Fund, to learn about their incredible lease-to-own motorcycle program in East Africa.
You can learn more about Pureflow by visiting their website, www.pureflowboda.com.
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Multiple times each year, groups of KeHE employees have the opportunity to go on serving trips to Laredo, Texas. In this episode, we interviewed the two people in charge of the ministry â Pastors Luis and Lucy De Leon â to hear about the impact that our KeHE employee groups make in Laredo, and to learn more about how their ministry started.
Learn more about the ministry by visiting www.newvisioncommunitychurch.org.
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Join us as we sit down with KeHE President & CEO Deb Conklin as she answers questions submitted by employees. We get a glimpse into her professional journey and hear her vision for the future of KeHE.
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Each September KeHE Cares hosts the Shaw Cup golf event to raise support for partners who are making an impact in their local communities. One of the organizations that was a recipient of last yearâs fundraising was DeWannaâs Closet in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
In this episode, their founder, DeWanna Tarver, shares their story of supporting school children.
To learn more:
Shaw Cup
DeWannaâs Closet
Food for Thought
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KeHE maintains an ESOPâEmployee Stock Ownership Planâa retirement fund for employees. Each year a new share price is announced as well as the percentage of wages that KeHE contributes to employeesâ account.
On todayâs episode two employees, Dottie Owens and Chris Singelton, share their stories of being in the program, reaction to the new share price, and what the ESOP means for their future.
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Serving is one of the core pillars of the KeHE CaresÂŽ Foundation. At KeHE serving is about getting shoulder to shoulder and eye to eye with our marginalized brothers and sisters around the world. Randy ShawâDirector of KeHE Cares Outreachâhas been a key part of our journey from giving to hands-on serving, and today he shares that journey with us!
Learn more at kehecares.org/Serving-and-Giving-at-KeHE-Cares
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KeHE CaresÂŽ has partnered with Compassion International for 6 years now. One way we support them is by sponsoring Child Development Centers in Central America. These centers provide wholistic care for children in poverty, pouring into their mind, body, and soul. Not only are childrenâs lives being transformed but whole families and communities as well.
Learn more about our partnership: https://mcr.compassion.com/kehe/
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Weâre kicking off season four with an inspiring story from Michelle DuFresne, a recently retired VP of Sales. She walks us through her professional journey from finance to sales as well as her many experiences with KeHEâs cultural of serving. Her story culminates with a recent opportunity to serve others in her everyday life.
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At KeHE we are committed to caring for our planet and protecting the environment. We measure our progress in four focus areas: transportation, waste, refrigerants, and energy. Our ECOtrade⢠program supports brands who make actionable commitments to climate and sustainability.
Today on the podcast, two ECOtrade⢠committee membersâGabriela Reyes, Fresh Retail Specialist, and Kasia Kedzierska, Brand Activation & Content Managerâshare all about the program, their passion, and sustainability at KeHE.
Learn more about ECOtrade⢠and our sustainability goals at www.kehe.com/ecotrade/.
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Join us as we sit down with KeHE President & CEO Brandon Barnholt as he answers questions submitted by employees. We get a glimpse into his professional journey, what makes KeHE culture so unique, and his vision for the future.
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KeHEâs Leadership Academy seeks to bring cultural transformation within organizations through the whole person leadership journey. For employees, our approach focuses on both personal and professional growth through a variety of training programs.
In this episode, Jennifer Backusâa Talent and Organizational Development Managerâshares her insight in talent development. She touches on KeHEâs specific programs and plans for the future while also sharing practical tips you can implement today!
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January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Monthâan issue that is prevalent both domestically and abroad.
As part of our campaign to shine a light on human trafficking, Linda PowellâExecutive Director of Risk Managementâand Misty EllingtonâWarehouse Safety Managerâare joining the podcast to share their experiences on a serving trip to Katmandu Nepal to serve with Restoring Hope Nepal.
To learn more about Restoring Hope visit www.restoringhopenepal.org.
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Goodness, hope, and joy spread like wildfire where KeHE employees are involved. Each holiday season, employees across KeHE nation partner with their favorite organizations to meet the practical needs of others.
Listen to the stories of Lindsay Tintera, our Director of Marketing, and Peter Rizzo, Supplier Optimization Manager, as they serve families and inspire others to spread holiday joy.
To learn more about the organizations they've partnered with visit:
Shelter, Inc.
Outreach Community Ministries
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