Caring culture supports service members

Caring culture supports service members
Production area manager in maintenance, Seth Howard was honored by the Iowa Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) with a Patriot Award in recognition of extraordinary support of team members serving in the Iowa Guard and Reserve.

The Patriot Award was created by ESGR to publicly recognize individuals who provide outstanding patriotic support and cooperation to their employees who have answered their nation’s call to serve.

Tracy Cole, maintenance technician at Vermeer and sergeant in the National Guard, nominated Seth. “He has never had any problem with me taking time off to fulfill my duty as a soldier. Seth asks me what my duties are in the Guard and what the objectives are in the trainings taking place. It shows me that he supports the National Guard, understands the time I have to take away from work and home, and cares about how I am doing,” shared Tracy.

“I enjoy talking to the military members like Tracy. I always thought that was something I’d like to do,” said Seth. “We navigate the scheduling needs and make it work. It’s all part of recognizing and supporting the critical work he is doing.”

Vermeer Corporation is also a Home Base Iowa business, demonstrating a pledge to hire veterans and uphold processes in place that values and honors their service.

Team members like Seth make it possible to carry out our commitment to continually recognize, support and encourage those who selflessly serve for our freedom. We are so thankful for their contributions to Vermeer and our country, but we are also thankful to everyone who supports service members along the way.

Vermeer and the Vermeer logo are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company in the U.S. and/or other countries. © 2021 Vermeer Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Recent News Articles

Vermeer Charitable Foundation supports local and educational efforts in 2023

Jan 23, 2024

Local focus remains strong as Vermeer Charitable Foundation supports civic, church and educational needs around central Iowa.

Read More

Gary Vermeer inducted into Farm Equipment's Shortline Legends Hall of Fame

Dec 12, 2023

Gary Vermeer, the founder of Vermeer Corporation, has been inducted into the inaugural Farm Equipment's Shortline Legends Hall of Fame.

Read More

Vermeer welcomes Shane Rourke as new managing director of Forage Solutions

Oct 24, 2023

Vermeer Corporation names Shane Rourke as the new managing director of Forage Solutions, the company’s business segment that produces Vermeer® agricultural equipment.

Read More