First Supply launches Employee Value Proposition
First Supply has launched a new Employee Value Proposition (EVP), following a week of activities celebrating what makes the company a unique and fulfilling place to work.
To mark the launch, employees received messages of appreciation from leadership and peers, reinforcing that First Supply is more than just a place of work—it’s a place of growth, collaboration, and shared success.
“Creating a positive, supportive environment is at the heart of what we do,” said CEO Katie Poehling Seymour. “Our EVP is about celebrating our employees and the values that make us who we are. It’s a promise to foster a workplace where people feel valued, respected, and equipped for success.”
The company also announced it has received several recent recognitions:
Deloitte Wisconsin 75 Award
First Supply was ranked No. 57 on the 2024 Deloitte Wisconsin 75, a ranking of the 75 largest private companies in Wisconsin, based on sales revenue. This recognition highlights the company’s steady growth and positive impact on the state’s economy. First Supply has been featured on the list multiple times since 2004, reflecting its long-standing stability and continued contribution to the region.
Top Workplace Culture Excellence Awards
First Supply received two Top Workplace Culture Excellence awards for Employee Well-Being and as a Woman-Led Company. These awards are determined by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that builds and brands employers of choice, based on employee feedback and research-backed surveys. The recognition celebrates companies that prioritize health and wellness and promote strong leadership values.
Family Business CEO to Watch
Katie Poehling Seymour was recently named to Family Business Magazine’s CEOs to Watch Class of 2024, highlighting her leadership in advancing the family business and her commitment to stewarding First Supply for future generations.
“We’re humbled by these recognitions, but what truly excites us is the opportunity to celebrate our employees and everything they do,” said Poehling Seymour. “Our achievements are only possible because of the dedication and passion of our team.”
Founded in 1897, First Supply is a 5th-generation, family-owned, single-source provider employing over 650 people and offering HVAC, builder, plumbing, lighting, waterworks, industrial PVF, pump, well, and septic supplies.
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