Dematic receives wellness award

Logistics systems integrator Dematic has been named a Best and Brightest in Wellness winner for 2019 by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR), the company said today.

NABR's Best and Brightest in Wellness awards recognize companies that promote a "culture of wellness" with efforts and programs designed to promote a healthy lifestyle for employees and their communities. Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Dematic was honored for its Optimize Your Wellness program, which includes resources and services that encourage improved physical activity, healthy nutrition, and positive lifestyle choices, the company said. Programs available to U.S. employees include:

• Fitness reimbursement. 
• Fitness centers and group classes.
• Nutrition consultants.
• Immunizations.
• Wellness challenges.
• Financial planning services.

"At Dematic, our employees are the foundation of our organization," Michele Longo, Dematic's senior vice president for human resources, said in a statement announcing the award. "By investing in wellness programs, we are keeping that foundation strong. When people feel good about themselves, it is reflected in their lives and their work. We're honored to receive this award as a recognition of our programs."