This week, beverage alcohol wholesalers across the nation are celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week in their own ways. Held from September 15-24, 2024, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week was established by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) to honor the contributions of professional truck drivers.
With more than 3.6 million truck drivers nationwide, as stated by Martignetti Companies, it’s important to recognize the people who play such a crucial role in delivering our essential goods.
Martignetti Shows Appreciation with Special Events
New England beverage alcohol distributor Martignetti Companies is kicking off a weeklong celebration for its drivers and warehouse support employees in Massachusetts and Connecticut through various events, including merchandise giveaways, gift cards and raffles.
“This week is about recognizing our teams for their consistent hard work and the reliable service they provide our customers day in and day out,” said Stephen Doherty, vice president/general manager of Quality Beverage, in a news release.
“Their consistent on-time deliveries reflect a high standard of service that keeps our operations running smoothly and ensures our customers receive what they need, when they need it,” added Steve Seaton, vice president of warehouse & delivery for Connecticut, in the release.
Southern Glazer’s Recognizes its Drivers and Warehouse Employees
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is not only recognizing National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, but they also recently celebrated its annual Warehouse Employee Appreciation Week, a week-long celebration of the company’s warehouse personnel, from August 12 –16. These frontline employees operate 15 million square feet of warehouse space and make 7.1 million customer deliveries possible each year, the company states.
“Our professional drivers and warehouse employees are at the very heart of Southern Glazer’s business, ensuring that our operations run smoothly and our customers are always satisfied,” said Bobby Burg, senior vice president, operations & chief supply chain officer, Southern Glazer’s, in a news release. “Their unwavering commitment and unparalleled skills are what make our success possible. These festivities are our way of saying ‘thank you’ for their hard work and dedication, not just during these special weeks, but every single day.”
As part of the week-long celebration, Southern Glazer’s will gift polo shirts and hats to its professional drivers, as well as host various festivities throughout the week, from catered breakfasts and lunches, to raffles and prizes. The company’s warehouse employees were also celebrated over the summer, with teams enjoying food trucks, music, appreciation gifts and more, according to Southern Glazer’s.
